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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.
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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 30 years of clean energy and sustainable living fun powered by the sun. Join us for The 30th Anniversary Energy Fair during the Summer Solstice this June 21-23, 2019 at our headquarters in Custer, WI. Featuring: 200+ workshops, exhibits, live music, food and fun!

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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. 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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Sustainable Farm & Garden Tours

This is one of the many brand new offerings at The 30th Anniversary Energy Fair…

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Solar WakeUp Live! — at The Energy Fair

Friday, June 21 - 2:30 pm On the Human-Powered Main Stage Join Yann Brandt, Managing…

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30th Anniversary Interview Series

Perspectives on 30 Years of Clean Energy and Sustainability. As we approach The 30th Anniversary Energy…

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Battery-Based PV System Design (PV 230.03)

May 20 - June 9, 2019

Basic Photovoltaics (PV 101.05)

June 17 - July 14, 2019

Battery-Based PV System Design @ The Energy Fair (PV 230.06)

June 21, 2019

PV System Design (PV 202.03)

June 24 - August 18, 2019

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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

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The 30th Anniversary Energy Fair

June 21-23, 2019

Custer, WI

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