Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA)

Promoting clean energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable living through education and demonstration since 1990.

Renewable Energy Training

We offer industry-leading professional training for solar photovoltaics (PV) for all experience levels. We have online and in-person learning options available to fit your busy schedule.

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The Fair is back! Save the Date for The 31^st Annual Energy Fair, June 24-26, 2022 at our headquarters in Custer, WI. Come together to learn the latest in clean energy technology, make meaningful connections, and network with others to build a more sustainable future for all.

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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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In August 2020, the Oregon School District completed the installation of this 646kW DC solar array on Forest Edge Elementary School, the first net-zero energy school in Wisconsin

Solar on Schools

Solar on Schools provides a range of free resources to Wisconsin K-12 schools interested in pursuing a solar PV system. This initiative includes a grant, an on-demand course, and technical assistance services.

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Featured News

MREA Hosts Clean Energy Career Fair at The Energy Fair

Connecting job seekers with a pathway into the growing solar energy industry. The Midwest Renewable…

June 20, 2022Read More

July: Hands-on PV Lab Courses at MREA!

We are so pleased to be able to teach in-person courses again. Get some hands-on…

June 19, 2022Read More

Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development Secretary-designee Amy Pechacek Visits MREA

This Spring, the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development Secretary-designee Amy Pechacek visited our headquarters and…

June 18, 2022Read More

Online Courses

PV Labs and Design Scenarios (PV 304.02)

July 29 - July 29, 2022

Roof Mount PV System Design and Installation Lab (PV 312.02)

July 30 - July 31, 2022

Energy Storage Fundamentals (PV 451.04)

August 4 - August 4, 2022

Designing Solar Plus Storage Systems (PV 452.04)

August 5 - August 5, 2022

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Our Headquarters

Powered by an assortment of renewable energy systems, our Renew the Earth Institute (REI) in Custer, Wisconsin is our headquarters and primary training facility. Our EV charging stations are available for use 24-7. Learn more