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Growing Renewable Energy in the Midwest

Together with partners, we are expanding access to solar and renewables in communities around the Midwest.
We offer one of the country’s top solar training programs and run one of the largest grassroots sustainability events in the nation.
Solar Training

Renewable Energy Training

We offer industry-leading professional training for solar PV, solar thermal, and small wind systems. Both online and in-person courses are available year-round for all levels of experience.

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The Energy Fair

The Energy Fair

Celebrating 31 years of clean energy and sustainable living fun powered by the sun. Save the date for The 31st Annual Energy Fair, June 26-28, 2020 at our headquarters in Custer, WI. Featuring: 200+ workshops, exhibits, live music, food and fun!

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Grow Solar

Grow Solar

The Midwest Grow Solar Partnership helps communities expand access to solar through technical assistance, solar group buy programs, and training for inspectors and installers. Bring solar to your community.

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EV Charging

Visit our headquarters in Custer, WI featuring demonstration systems: solar, wind, natural building and year-round electric vehicle charging. We invite EV road-trippers to charge up under our 19.4 kW PV canopy, driving on sunshine!

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Featured News

Launch Your Solar Career in One Week!

Come to the MREA Headquarters in Custer, WI for just one week, and receive all…

July 2, 2019Read More

30th Anniversary Interview Series

Perspectives on 30 Years of Clean Energy and Sustainability. This year marked The 30th Anniversary…

June 26, 2019Read More

Solar For Disaster Relief

In March of 2019, The MREA partnered with the City of Madison and North Wind…

June 11, 2019Read More
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Upcoming Courses

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Our Training Site in Custer, WI

Powered by an assortment of renewable energy systems, our Renew the Earth Institute (REI) in Custer, Wisconsin is our headquarters and primary training facility. At the REI, we offer hands-on courses, give tours, and host The Energy Fair. The building and grounds are available for event rentals like weddings, meetings, and more. Learn more

Upcoming Events

ASES Solar 2019

August 5, 2019
August 9, 2019
Minneapolis, MN

Project North Festival

September 26-28, 2019

Rhinelander, WI

Wisconsin Solar Tour

October 5, 2019
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

National Solar Tour


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Become a Member

Support MREA’s mission with a membership and receive free admission to The Energy Fair.

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Join our amazing team of volunteers for The Energy Fair, or help out with ongoing projects.

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