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SUMMARY:Grow Solar Power Hour: Central Wisconsin — June 13
DESCRIPTION:Grow Solar is a solar group-buying and education program that makes going solar easier. Offered by the Midwest Renewable Energy Association\, property owners in central Wisconsin can pool their buying power to secure significant discounts that make installing solar more affordable. \nJoin us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more: \nSaturday\, June 13 | MREA Headquarters \nLearn More
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/grow-solar-power-hour-central-wisconsin-june-13/
LOCATION:Midwest Renewable Energy Association\, 7558 Deer Rd\, Custer\, WI\, United States
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SUMMARY:MREA Solstice Celebration
DESCRIPTION:A Gathering of Education and Community\n\n\n\nSaturday\, June 13 | 1–9 p.m. | 7558 Deer Road\, Custer\, WI  \nJoin the MREA for our Solstice Celebration on Saturday\, June 13. Hosted at our headquarters in Custer\, WI\, this free event brings our community together to explore clean energy topics\, share practical resources\, and spark actionable change. \nThe MREA was founded in 1990 amid the uncertainty of the Gulf War. More than three decades later\, we find ourselves asking many of the same questions that inspired our beginnings: How do we reduce our reliance on fossil fuels? How do we accelerate the adoption of renewable energy? And how do we come together — as friends\, neighbors\, and communities — to keep moving forward and build a more resilient Midwest? \nJoin us in celebrating the power of the sun and people. We’ll gather on the MREA grounds to address urgent/current energy topics and share resources to utilize at home and in communities. Local and regional partners will participate to answer questions and connect with you on different ways to get engaged in what you care about. Live music\, food\, and beverages will provide the power you need to enjoy this semi-outdoor event. Come for the education; stay for the connection. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to all. If you’re able\, we invite you to support our work by becoming an MREA member or making a donation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP\n\nEvent Details:\n1:00 — Arrive at MREA Headquarters (7558 Deer Road\, Custer\, WI) \n1:30-2:30 — MREA Membership Meeting \nYou’re invited to the annual General Membership Meeting — learn about the MREA’s 2026 initiatives\, recent progress\, and what’s ahead. All are welcome to attend\, ask questions\, and share feedback. \n3:00-5:00 — Energy in Your Township Presentation & Panel Discussion \nJoin us for an engaging presentation and discussion on the electricity market\, emerging trends\, key energy issues\, and opportunities for action. MREA Executive Director Nick Hylla will lead a conversation similar to those we’ve hosted in communities navigating large-scale solar and wind projects\, data centers\, and transmission development. Participants will hear from an expert panel of energy reporters\, policy advocates\, and organizers\, while having the opportunity to ask questions and share perspectives. \n4:30-5:30 — MREA Grounds & Native Plants Tour \nThe MREA’s grounds are home to PV systems\, EV car charging\, solar batteries\, a solar pergola\, native plants\, and much more. From solar and energy efficiency to the sustainability provided by our gardens\, we can’t wait to show you all that the grounds have to offer. Nichole Good from Generation Native Plants will join us on the tour of the grounds to speak in depth about the function and benefits of native gardens.  \n5:00-6:00 — Grow Solar Power Hour \nThinking about going solar? Join MREA’s Grow Solar Power Hour to learn the basics\, explore how solar can work for your home or business\, and access group-buy savings — no obligation\, just clear next steps. \n5:30-6:00 — Native Plants Presentation \nWhat if you could regenerate soil\, sequester carbon\, feed pollinators and wildlife\, and restore ecosystems right in your own backyard? During this presentation\, Nichole\, owner of Generation Native Plants\, will share how you can with native plants! Learn about how utilize native plants in home landscaping along with the connection between healthy ecosystems and flood mitigation.  \n6:00-7:00 — Cherryglow Performs \n7:30-9:00 — Big Oil Performs \n  \nThank You to our Event Partners! \n\nNorthwind Solar\nOneEnergy Renewables\nInternational Bank of Amherst\nWisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association\nBriggs and Stratton\nCurrent Electric\nEmy J’s\nOrganic Valley\nPoint Brewery\nTigo Energy\nGimme Shelter Construction
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/mrea-solstice-celebration/
LOCATION:Midwest Renewable Energy Association\, 7558 Deer Rd\, Custer\, WI\, United States
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SUMMARY:Energy in Your Township Discussion with an Expert Wisconsin Energy Panel
DESCRIPTION:Join the MREA for an engaging presentation and discussion about the electricity market\, current trends\, major issues\, and actions we can take. MREA Executive Director Nick Hylla will lead a presentation and discussion similar to events we’ve been hosting in communities addressing large-scale solar projects\, wind projects\, data centers\, and transmission lines. You’ll participate in the presentation and conversation and get to hear perspectives and ask questions from an expert panel that is at the front lines of energy reporting\, policy organizing\, and advocacy. \nThe expert panel includes: \n\nPaul Kiefer\, Energy and Utilities Reporter – Wisconsin Watch\nErin Thompson\, Policy Analyst – Wisconsin Farmers Union\nTom Content\, Executive Director – Wisconsin Citizens Utility Board\nNick Hylla\, Executive Director – Midwest Renewable Energy Association\n\nWe’ll share resources and perspectives to help you understand the history\, status\, and future of electricity in Wisconsin and Midwest States and take individual and collective action. \n  \nMREA Solstice Celebration\n\nThis Energy in Your Township presentation is part of the MREA’s Solstice Celebration on Saturday\, June 13. Hosted at our headquarters in Custer\, WI\, this free event brings our community together to explore clean energy topics\, share practical resources\, and spark actionable change. Spend the day learning from experts\, chatting with local partners\, touring our grounds and native gardens\, and discovering ways to take action at home and in your community. Stick around for live music\, food\, and drinks! \nRSVP
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/energy-in-your-township-discussion-with-an-expert-wisconsin-energy-panel/
LOCATION:Midwest Renewable Energy Association\, 7558 Deer Rd\, Custer\, WI\, United States
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