A Letter From MREA Executive Director Nick Hylla
Dear friend of the MREA, The US presidential election was, once again, fundamentally about our energy future. I won’t blame...
MREA Publishes Best Practices for Equitable Solar Workforce Development
The Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) recently published a report detailing strategies to support improved workforce participation in the U.S....
A Message From MREA Executive Director Nick Hylla
Dear friend of the MREA, I’ll start with some tough news: we won’t be hosting The Energy Fair in 2025....
PV Installation Professional – UPDATE
The NABCEP Board Eligible Status is here, and it’s opening up new pathways for those working towards PV Installation Professional...
MREA’s Jenny Heinzen Selected for IceCube Neutrino Observatory Project at the South Pole
Congratulations to Jenny Heinzen, MREA’s Curriculum Director, on an Amazing New Adventure to Antarctica! We are pleased to announce that...
Breaking Barriers: Customized Solar Training with Employment Connection
A Meaningful Partnership At the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA), we are dedicated to growing the solar workforce, making sure...
Growing the Solar Workforce: Highlights from Our 2024 In-Person Solar Training
At the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA), we believe in the power of hands-on learning. That’s why we offer comprehensive...
Designing Solar Plus Storage Systems: 9 Key Considerations
If you or your customers are looking to make your home or business more energy-efficient, combining solar energy with battery...
MREA Offers Solar Training Support to CEJA Applicants and Awardees
At the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA), we are excited to support the goals set forth by the Climate and...
The National Electrical Code (NEC): A Must-Know for Solar Workers
Here’s Why the NEC Matters in Solar ? Safety First: The NEC protects people and property from electrical hazards, ensuring...
Tailored for Success: StraightUp Solar’s Experience with MREA’s Custom Group Training
Training for the Solar Workforce At the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA), we are committed to training the solar workforce...
MREA Staff Serve as Judges for 2024 Envirothon
For the 2024 Wisconsin (WI) Envirothon — held on April 19 — Nick Hylla, MREA executive director, and Leon Dulak,...