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    August 18-19 in Custer, WI
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    Congratulations to MREA's Julie Brazeau
    IREC Certified Trainer of the Year!
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    Classroom & Hands-On Courses Available
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Growing Renewable Energy in the Midwest

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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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.

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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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PV Site Assessor Training (PV 201.05)

July 23 - August 19, 2018

PV System Design (PV 202.06)

July 25 - July 26, 2018

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July 27, 2018

Basic Photovoltaics (PV 101.07)

July 30 - August 26, 2018

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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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September 29, 2018

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