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SUMMARY:2026 MnSEIA Gateway to Solar Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join the MREA at the 2026 MnSEIA Gateway to Solar Conference on September 29–30\, 2026 in Minneapolis\, MN. \nThe Gateway to Solar Conference\, hosted by the Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Association (MnSEIA)\, is one of the Midwest’s biggest and best solar + storage conferences. Each year solar installers and developers\, manufacturers\, distributors\, financiers\, engineers\, utilities\, job trainers\, trade unions\, non-profits\, government agencies\, and more gather for quality networking and education. \nMeet industry professionals from across the state and country\, hear from state officials\, regulators\, and legislators\, and gain in-depth insight into Minnesota’s booming market and where it’s headed during this exciting two-day conference. \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\nIn addition to MnSEIA’s packed agenda\, MREA and partners will be providing four NABCEP Continuing Education Sessions: \nTuesday\, September 29th \n\n11am-12pm – Briggs & Stratton – Daniel Moyer\n\nBattery Energy Storage and Generator Integration Design Considerations – Join trainers from Briggs & Stratton Energy Solutions as they explore integrating standby generators and energy storage systems. They will explore the technical architecture of these hybrid systems\, demonstrating how to significantly reduce generator fuel consumption and noise by leveraging battery energy storage systems. Attendees will gain practical experience through detailed wiring diagrams and two-wire signal to start configuration logic. This session will specifically focus on integrating Briggs & Stratton battery and generator solutions with inverters like Sol-Ark and EG4. By the end of this session\, installers will be equipped to design and install systems where customers enjoy efficient\, redundant\, and truly off-grid capable power. \n\n\n2:30-3:30pm – Roof Tech – Guy Wellman\n\nLess Callbacks\, More Efficient R&R Jobs: Choosing a PV Mounting System That Holds Up – Roof Tech brings 30+ years of on-the-roof\, in-the-field experience to the growing wave of repair and reinstall work hitting the industry. This session covers our AlphaSeal mounting system\, engineered to withstand hurricane-force winds and extreme weather\, so installs hold up long after the job is done — meaning fewer callbacks for you. We’ll also cover what to look for when choosing a mounting system for R&R jobs\, plus how to get your crew certified through Roof Tech’s free online training classes.  \n\n\n\nWednesday\, September 29th \n\n9:30-10:30am – MREA – Emmitt Muckles\n\n(PV 604) PV System O&M Fundamentals + Q&A: This one-hour course explores reasons for and tasks associated with operation and maintenance (O&M) procedures for different types of PV systems: from grid-tied and stand-alone\, to multimode and hybrid configurations.\n\n\n11am-12pm – MREA – Emmitt Muckles\n\n(PV 425) Inspecting Solar PV Systems + Q&A: This one-hour presentation reviews National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements\, paying particular attention to Articles 690 and 705. It also covers equipment listing and labeling requirements\, circuit calculations\, wiring methods\, grounding\, overcurrent protection\, system labeling requirements\, and common Code violations. Electricians\, electrical contractors\, PV installers\, and inspectors will learn about NEC requirements and best practices for PV systems.
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/2026-mnseia-gateway-to-solar-conference/
LOCATION:InterContinental Minneapolis – St. Paul Airport\, 5005 Glumack Dr\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55450\, United States
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SUMMARY:ESG Renewables\, or Energy Efficiency?
DESCRIPTION:This is a 90-minute Workshop held during MREA’s Industry Demo Day.  \nESG\, Renewables or Energy Efficiency: what’s right for your Facility? \nThis presentation explores the nuanced decision-making process behind choosing between and prioritizing Environmental\, Social\, and Governance (ESG) initiatives\, renewable energy adoption\, and energy efficiency measures for a facility\, based on where a company is at and their goals. \nLocation: North Building\nApproved for: 1-NABCEP CE\nPresenter: Brett Hanson\, Energy Solutions Business Development Leader for WERNER Electric \nGet Tickets / Learn More
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/esg-renewables-or-energy-efficiency/
LOCATION:Midwest Renewable Energy Association\, 7558 Deer Rd\, Custer\, WI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T163000
DTSTAMP:20240516T191458Z
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SUMMARY:Certification Makes a Difference
DESCRIPTION:This is a 90-minute Workshop held during MREA’s Industry Demo Day.  \nNABCEP will provide an update on the new opportunities being launched regarding the certification process\, continuing education opportunities\, and solar workforce development. Topics will include the new NABCEP Energy Storage Installation Professional certification\, the development of a new PV Associates. \n\nLocation: Blue Flag Tent\n\nPresenter: North American Board of Certified Electrical Practitioners\n\nGet Tickets / Learn More
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/certification-makes-a-difference/
LOCATION:Midwest Renewable Energy Association\, 7558 Deer Rd\, Custer\, WI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T163000
DTSTAMP:20240619T202427Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T202427Z
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SUMMARY:LFP and Flooded Lead Acid Batteries
DESCRIPTION:This is a 90-minute Workshop held during MREA’s Industry Demo Day.  \nThis session will be an open discussion about batteries used in Solar Systems. We will address the Design\, setup\, and maintenance of LFP\, AGM\, GEL\, and FLA battery banks. Spend some time with us and get your battery questions answered. \n\nLocation: Purple Flag Tent\nApproved for: 1-NABCEP CE\n\nPresenter: Steven Higgins\, Technical Services Manager for Rolls Battery Engineering\n\nGet Tickets / Learn More
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/lfp-and-flooded-lead-acid-batteries/
LOCATION:Midwest Renewable Energy Association\, 7558 Deer Rd\, Custer\, WI\, United States
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SUMMARY:Off-grid Living with SimpliPHI Batteries
DESCRIPTION:This is a 1-hour Energy Pro Workshop held during MREA’s Industry Demo Day.  \nWhether you live off-grid by necessity or by choice\, Briggs & Stratton’s expertise in solar+storage+generator microgrid electrical systems ensures that you have all the power you need to cover 100 percent of your power requirements. \n\nLocation: Ed Room\nApproved for: 1-NABCEP CE\n\nPresenter: Daniel Moyer\, Briggs & Stratton Energy Solutions\n\nGet Tickets / Learn More
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/off-grid-living-with-simpliphi-batteries/
LOCATION:Midwest Renewable Energy Association\, 7558 Deer Rd\, Custer\, WI\, United States
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SUMMARY:Commercial & Utility Storage Use Cases
DESCRIPTION:This is a 2-hour Workshop held during MREA’s Industry Demo Day.  \nIn this workshop\, we’ll review the different uses for large scale storage. \n\nLocation: North Building\nApproved for: NABCEP CE TBD\n\nPresenter: Richard Henes\, Team Battery Storage and Electrical Gear Specialist for Greentech Renewables\n\nGet Tickets / Learn More
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/commercial-utility-storage-use-cases/
LOCATION:Midwest Renewable Energy Association\, 7558 Deer Rd\, Custer\, WI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T140000
DTSTAMP:20240520T202223Z
CREATED:20240507T200512Z
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SUMMARY:Design and Installation of the Enphase 3.0 ESS
DESCRIPTION:This is a 90-minute Workshop held during MREA’s Industry Demo Day.  \nTargeted for PV and energy storage installers and designers to understand fundamental design and installation principles related to Enphase Energy’s 3rd generation AC-coupled energy storage system with IQ5P batteries\, System Controller 3 and AC Combiner 5C. \n\nLocation: ED ROOM\nApproved for: 1-NABCEP CE\n\nPresenter: Andrew Adelman\, Enphase\n\nGet Tickets / Learn More
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/design-and-installation-of-the-enphase-3-0-ess/
LOCATION:Midwest Renewable Energy Association\, 7558 Deer Rd\, Custer\, WI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T233000
DTSTAMP:20240520T203403Z
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SUMMARY:Battery Sizing\, Operations\, Troubleshooting
DESCRIPTION:This is a 90-minute Workshop held during MREA’s Industry Demo Day.  \nDuring this workshop\, we will be discussing Battery Bank Sizing\, the operations/maintenance\, and troubleshooting of battery-based renewable energy systems. \n\nLocation: North Building\nApproved for: 1-NABCEP CE\n\nPresenter: Steven Higgins\, Technical Services Manager for Rolls Battery Engineering\n\nGet Tickets / Learn More
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/battery-sizing-operations-and-troubleshooting/
LOCATION:Midwest Renewable Energy Association\, 7558 Deer Rd\, Custer\, WI\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T113000
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SUMMARY:Intro to System Advisor Model (SAM)
DESCRIPTION:This is a 90-minute Product Demonstration held during MREA’s Industry Demo Day.  \nLearn the capabilities of NREL’s System Advisor Model (SAM) for evaluating the design and cost-effectiveness of PV and PV+Storage projects. This workshop will provide a high-level introduction to the model so that you can start working on your own with confidence. \n\nLocation: Ed Room\nApproved for: 1-NABCEP CE\n\nPresenter: Paul Gilman\, Technical Writer\, Trainer\, and Software Developer for NREL\n\nGet Tickets / Learn More
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/72291/
LOCATION:Midwest Renewable Energy Association\, 7558 Deer Rd\, Custer\, WI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T090000
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SUMMARY:MREA - Industry Demo Day
DESCRIPTION:MREA’s Industry Demo Day – where the future of renewable energy comes to life through hands-on interactive learning!\nThe workshop schedule for our Industry Demo Day is now available! \nView the Full Schedule\nJoin us at MREA in Custer\, WI\, on Friday\, June 21st\, for a day filled with hands-on demonstrations of cutting-edge renewable energy equipment\, insightful presentations from expert Energy Pro presenters\, and the opportunity to earn valuable NABCEP continuing education. \nTest out the top-of-the-line tools of the energy pro trade! Engage directly with top brands\, connect with industry experts\, participate in interactive networking sessions\, and seize opportunities to earn NABCEP continuing education while testing out the latest tools of the trade. \nParticipants are all invited to join us for and Industry Social Hour following the Demo Day from 5-10pm. After a full day of hands-on demos\, let’s unwind and celebrate together at the Industry Social sponsored by MREA’s Training Programs. \nGet your tickets now to be part of MREA’s Industry Demo Day – where the future of renewable energy comes to life through hands-on engagement and interactive learning! Discounts available for groups of five or more\, nonprofits\, students\, and educators\, Plus\, your Demo Day ticket includes FREE entry to The Energy Fair on June 22nd. \nGet Tickets / Learn More
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/mrea-industry-demo-day/
LOCATION:Midwest Renewable Energy Association\, 7558 Deer Rd\, Custer\, WI\, United States
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