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

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The Energy Fair

Now in its 30th year, The Energy Fair is the nation’s longest-running renewable energy and sustainability event. Save the date to join us next summer: June 21-23, 2019!

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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.

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Wisconsin Solar Tour

Join people across Wisconsin on Saturday, October 6, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a state-wide Solar Tour of sustainable homes and businesses.

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MREA Brisk Fall Cleanup Day: Oct. 20

Saturday, October 20, 2018 from 10a.m. – 3p.m. Join us for a fun day of…

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Solar Twin Cities Group Buy Deadline Oct. 31

Solar Twin Cities is a grassroots residential and commercial group purchasing program for solar. We're nearing…

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Solar Central Wisconsin Group Buy Deadline Oct. 31

GROUP BUY PROGRAM HITS SECOND REBATE GOAL: All participants that go solar through the group…

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PV Site Assessor Training (PV 201.07)

October 22 - November 18, 2018

2017 NEC Changes for PV Systems (PV 618.05)

November 5 - November 18, 2018

Navigating the NEC (G 110.05)

November 12 - December 9, 2018

Basic Photovoltaics (PV 101.10)

November 12 - December 16, 2018

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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

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10a.m. - 3p.m.
Custer, WI

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Bloomington, MN 55425

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November 14-15, 2018

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