Midwest Renewable Energy Association

MREA - Industry Demo Day
2024-06-21 09:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Midwest Renewable Energy Association, 7558 Deer Rd, Custer, WI, United States
MREA’s Industry Demo Day – where the future of renewable energy comes to life through hands-on interactive learning!
The workshop schedule for our Industry Demo Day is now available!
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Join 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.
Test 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.
Participants 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.
Get 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.
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Intro to System Advisor Model (SAM)
2024-06-21 10:00 - 11:30
This is a 90-minute Product Demonstration held during MREA’s Industry Demo Day.
Learn 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.

Location: Ed Room
Approved for: 1-NABCEP CE

Presenter: Paul Gilman, Technical Writer, Trainer, and Software Developer for NREL

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Battery Sizing, Operations, Troubleshooting
2024-06-21 10:00 - 23:30
This is a 90-minute Workshop held during MREA’s Industry Demo Day.
During this workshop, we will be discussing Battery Bank Sizing, the operations/maintenance, and troubleshooting of battery-based renewable energy systems.

Location: North Building
Approved for: 1-NABCEP CE

Presenter: Steven Higgins, Technical Services Manager for Rolls Battery Engineering

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Design and Installation of the Enphase 3.0 ESS
2024-06-21 12:30 - 14:00
This is a 90-minute Workshop held during MREA’s Industry Demo Day.
Targeted 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.

Location: ED ROOM
Approved for: 1-NABCEP CE

Presenter: Andrew Adelman, Enphase

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Commercial & Utility Storage Use Cases
2024-06-21 12:30 - 14:30
This is a 2-hour Workshop held during MREA’s Industry Demo Day.
In this workshop, we’ll review the different uses for large scale storage.

Location: North Building
Approved for: NABCEP CE TBD

Presenter: Richard Henes, Team Battery Storage and Electrical Gear Specialist for Greentech Renewables

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Off-grid Living with SimpliPHI Batteries
2024-06-21 15:00 - 16:30
This is a 1-hour Energy Pro Workshop held during MREA’s Industry Demo Day.
Whether 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.

Location: Ed Room
Approved for: 1-NABCEP CE

Presenter: Daniel Moyer, Briggs & Stratton Energy Solutions

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LFP and Flooded Lead Acid Batteries
2024-06-21 15:00 - 16:30
This is a 90-minute Workshop held during MREA’s Industry Demo Day.
This 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.

Location: Purple Flag Tent
Approved for: 1-NABCEP CE

Presenter: Steven Higgins, Technical Services Manager for Rolls Battery Engineering

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Certification Makes a Difference
2024-06-21 15:00 - 16:30
This is a 90-minute Workshop held during MREA’s Industry Demo Day.
NABCEP 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.

Location: Blue Flag Tent

Presenter: North American Board of Certified Electrical Practitioners

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ESG Renewables, or Energy Efficiency?
2024-06-21 15:00 - 16:30
This is a 90-minute Workshop held during MREA’s Industry Demo Day.
ESG, Renewables or Energy Efficiency: what’s right for your Facility?
This 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.
Location: North Building
Approved for: 1-NABCEP CE
Presenter: Brett Hanson, Energy Solutions Business Development Leader for WERNER Electric
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