MREA Webinar Series — Leaving a Legacy
2026-04-28 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Online
WHEN: Tuesday, April 28 starting at 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Online via Zoom
The MREA’s April webinar will feature Michael Lauterbach, attorney at Lauterbach Legal, for a presentation to help you maximize your charitable impact while navigating the complexities of estate and tax planning.
The session will demystify the mechanics of Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs), showing you how to turn tax obligations into powerful tools for giving. Following the technical overview, we’ll feature an interview with Cal Couillard of the Couillard Solar Foundation. Cal will share his personal “why” behind utilizing QCDs and offer his perspective on the vital importance of supporting meaningful causes both today and for generations to come.
Mike founded Lauterbach Legal in 2014. In his seventeen years in private practice, he has helped hundreds of families with estate planning, settling estates, and related matters. His practice currently focuses on creating estate plans for business owners, families that include beneficiaries with special needs, families focused on charitable giving, and high net worth individuals and couples. He also assists with the firm’s estate and trust settlement work.
Mike is a graduate of St. Cloud (Minnesota) State University and the University of Wisconsin Law School. He has practiced in central Wisconsin since 2006. He also currently serves on the board for the Green Circle Trail, and is a frequent speaker to local community and business groups.
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Can’t make it to the live webinar? No worries! We’ll upload the recorded webinar to YouTube the next business day so you won’t miss out.

About the MREA’s Webinar Series:
Join the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) for a free, monthly webinar series exploring the renewable energy and sustainability topics you want to learn more about. These interactive sessions take place on the last Tuesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. and are hosted virtually for easy access from anywhere.
The MREA was founded from our historic Energy Fair event — an annual gathering that brought together thousands of attendees to explore sustainability, clean energy, and actionable solutions for a greener future. While the Fair has since been retired, its spirit of education, connection, and action lives on. This monthly webinar series continues that legacy by creating space for learning, discussion, and community around today’s most relevant clean energy and sustainability topics.
These webinars are free and open to all. We do encourage participants to become MREA members to help support our work and ensure we can continue offering accessible education and advocacy across the Midwest.
Be sure to subscribe to our monthly newsletter to get updates on upcoming webinar topics, speaker announcements, and opportunities to suggest future subjects or organizations you’d like to hear from.

2026 Energy Pro Series: Rolls Battery Q&A with Steve Higgins
2026-04-29 11:30 - 12:30 | Online
WHEN: Wednesday, April 29 starting at 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Online via Zoom
The MREA’s 2026 Energy Professional Series is excited to announce a new line-up of Q&A sessions scheduled throughout the month of April. This is your chance to ask questions and learn directly from the experts about the topics you care about most.
Join us on Wednesday, April 29 at 11:30 a.m. via Zoom for a Q&A session with Steve Higgins from Rolls Battery.
Here’s how to join:

Register for the 2026 Energy Pro Series (Already registered? Great!)
Watch the recorded presentations and write down any questions you have (plus earn 12+ NABCEP Continuing Education credits in the process!)
Receive a Zoom link for a LIVE Q&A session in April (held during your lunch break!)
Get your questions answered!

Now is the time to grow your solar skills, and with the MREA’s Energy Pro Series, you can learn what you want, when you want. No travel, no pressure — just solid learning you can actually use. Q&A sessions will be hosted by MREA instructor, podcast host, and owner of S.E. Power Consulting, Emmitt Muckles.
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About the MREA’s 2026 Energy Pro Series:
The MREA’s 2026 Energy Pro Series is an on-demand online series that features presentations from industry experts covering timely, real-world topics. For just $100, you can learn at your own pace, earn NABCEP continuing education credits, and fit professional development into your schedule—wherever you are.

2026 Energy Pro Series: Roof Tech Q&A with Guy Wellman
2026-04-29 13:30 - 14:30 | Online
WHEN: Wednesday, April 29 starting at 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Online via Zoom
The MREA’s 2026 Energy Professional Series is excited to announce a new line-up of Q&A sessions scheduled throughout the month of April. This is your chance to ask questions and learn directly from the experts about the topics you care about most.
Join us on Wednesday, April 29 at 1:30 p.m. via Zoom for a Q&A session with Guy Wellman from Roof Tech.
Here’s how to join:

Register for the 2026 Energy Pro Series (Already registered? Great!)
Watch the recorded presentations and write down any questions you have (plus earn 12+ NABCEP Continuing Education credits in the process!)
Receive a Zoom link for a LIVE Q&A session in April (held during your lunch break!)
Get your questions answered!

Now is the time to grow your solar skills, and with the MREA’s Energy Pro Series, you can learn what you want, when you want. No travel, no pressure — just solid learning you can actually use. Q&A sessions will be hosted by MREA instructor, podcast host, and owner of S.E. Power Consulting, Emmitt Muckles.
REGISTER NOW
About the MREA’s 2026 Energy Pro Series:
The MREA’s 2026 Energy Pro Series is an on-demand online series that features presentations from industry experts covering timely, real-world topics. For just $100, you can learn at your own pace, earn NABCEP continuing education credits, and fit professional development into your schedule—wherever you are.

Victron Energy Training — Kansas City, MO
2026-04-30 08:00 - 2026-05-01 16:30 | WI
WHEN: Thursday, April 30–Friday, May 1
WHERE: TBD, Kansas City, MO
During this updated 2-Day Hands-on Training program you will work in small groups to commission and troubleshoot a small scale system, utilizing the latest Victron Energy products, working alongside experienced trainers who will be there to assist along the way.
Highlights of this new training course include:

New Victron NG batteries with digital communication
Multiplus II UL, for capability in all industries
Orion XS 50 amp DC to DC converter
A focus on connectivity and Can.Bus Integration featuring Tank Monitoring, Alternator Regulators, and Multiplex Integration

Lunch will be provided and coffee (from the Victron powered trailer) will be available throughout the event.
REGISTER TO ATTEND

Energy in Your Township — Wisconsin Rapids
2026-04-30 17:30 - 19:00 | B’s Tap House, 140 East Grand Avenue, Wisconsin Rapids, WI, 54494, United States
Energy Education Sessions for Your Community

Have questions about utility-scale solar? Data centers? Rising energy costs? Wondering what resources are available for you and your community?
Join the MREA’s Energy in Your Township presentations to get clear, credible answers from our renewable energy experts. The session is designed to provide you with the latest facts, data, and insight, so you can make informed decisions about the future of energy in your community.
We’re committed to open dialogue, and we welcome your questions, ideas, and concerns. Join us at our upcoming event to be part of the conversation.
Wisconsin Rapids

Thursday, April 30 | 5:30–7:00 p.m.
B’s Tap House at Two Doors Down Brewing Co | 140 East Grand Avenue, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
Complimentary pizza and soft drinks. Beer available for purchase.

Please RSVP as seats may be limited. A livestream of the event will be available on the MREA’s Facebook page starting at 5:30 p.m.

RSVP

Victron Energy Training — Nashville, TN
2026-05-06 08:00 - 2026-05-07 16:30 | WI
WHEN: Wednesday, May 6–Thursday, May 7
WHERE: TBD, Nashville, TN
During this updated 2-Day Hands-on Training program you will work in small groups to commission and troubleshoot a small scale system, utilizing the latest Victron Energy products, working alongside experienced trainers who will be there to assist along the way.
Highlights of this new training course include:

New Victron NG batteries with digital communication
Multiplus II UL, for capability in all industries
Orion XS 50 amp DC to DC converter
A focus on connectivity and Can.Bus Integration featuring Tank Monitoring, Alternator Regulators, and Multiplex Integration

Lunch will be provided and coffee (from the Victron powered trailer) will be available throughout the event.
REGISTER TO ATTEND

Grow Solar Power Hour: Door County — May 6
2026-05-06 17:30 - 18:30 | Online
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 Door County can pool their buying power to secure significant discounts that make installing solar more affordable.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Wednesday, May 6 | 5:30 p.m. | Virtual — attend via Zoom
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Grow Solar Power Hour: Green Bay Fox Valley — May 6
2026-05-06 17:30 - 18:30 | WI
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 the Green Bay and Fox Valley area can pool their buying power to secure significant discounts that make installing solar more affordable.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Wednesday, May 6 | 5:30 p.m. | VFW Post 7784
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Roof-Mount PV System Design & Installation Lab (PV 312.01)
2026-05-07 09:00 - 2026-05-08 17:00 | Midwest Renewable Energy Association, 7558 Deer Rd, Custer, WI, United States
Roof-Mount PV System Design & Installation Lab (PV 312)
Hands-On Solar Training: Design, Install, and Test Roof-Mounted PV Systems
Course Overview
The Roof-Mount PV System Design & Installation Lab (PV 312) is a 2-day, hands-on course where you’ll design, install, and test a roof-mounted PV system.
During the course, you will:

Learn key layout considerations for roof-mounted systems
Understand component specifications and mechanical integration best practices
Apply NEC (National Electrical Code) requirements, including voltage, current, and power calculations
Gain hands-on experience in designing, wiring, and commissioning a grid-connected solar system

This course takes place at MREA’s Training Roof in Custer, WI—one of Wisconsin’s first Travel Green Destinations—providing you with a real-world learning environment powered entirely by renewable energy.
Course Details:

Duration: 2 Days
Format: In-person, hands-on training
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (both days)
Location: MREA Training Roof, Custer, WI

Prerequisites: PV 101, PV 201, PV 202 (or equivalent training) or NABCEP credential
Now including IronRidge Installation Certification!

Sign up for this hands-on installation lab, complete a two-hour online training before you arrive, and we will do an in-person skills assessment to help you earn your IronRidge Installation Certification.
Watch and complete one of the courses below BEFORE attending the in-person course.
Installing on Pitched Roof – Comp Shingle
Installing on Pitched Roof – Comp Shingle (Open Channel)

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Grow Solar Power Hour: Central Wisconsin — May 12
2026-05-12 12:30 - 13:30 | Online
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.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Tuesday, May 12 | 12:30 p.m. | Virtual — attend via Zoom
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Grow Solar Power Hour: East Central Iowa — May 12
2026-05-12 17:30 - 18:30 | WI
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 the east central Iowa area can pool their buying power to secure significant discounts that make installing solar more affordable.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Tuesday, May 12 | 5:30 p.m. | Big Grove Brewery in Cedar Rapids
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Grow Solar Power Hour: Bloomington Normal — May 14
2026-05-14 17:30 - 18:30 | WI
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 the Bloomington-Normal area can pool their buying power to secure significant discounts that make installing solar more affordable.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Tuesday, May 14 | 5:30 p.m. | Keg Grove Brewing Company
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Grow Solar Power Hour: Milwaukee Waukesha — May 19
2026-05-19 18:30 - 19:30 | WI
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 the Milwaukee and Waukesha area can pool their buying power to secure significant discounts that make installing solar more affordable.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Tuesday, May 19 | 6:30 p.m. | Mukwonago Community Library
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Grow Solar Power Hour: Green Bay Fox Valley — May 20
2026-05-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
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 the Green Bay and Fox Valley area can pool their buying power to secure significant discounts that make installing solar more affordable.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Wednesday, May 20 | 1 p.m. | Virtual — attend via Zoom
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Grow Solar Power Hour: Central Wisconsin — May 20
2026-05-20 17:30 - 18:30 | WI
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.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Wednesday, May 20 | 5:30 p.m. | Marathon County Public Library, Wausau Branch
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Grow Solar Power Hour: Door County — May 21
2026-05-21 17:30 - 18:30 | WI
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 Door County can pool their buying power to secure significant discounts that make installing solar more affordable.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Thursday, May 21 | 5:30 p.m. | MUSE in Sturgeon Bay
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Grow Solar Power Hour: East Central Iowa — May 26
2026-05-26 17:30 - 18:30 | WI
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 the east central Iowa area can pool their buying power to secure significant discounts that make installing solar more affordable.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Tuesday, May 26 | 5:30 p.m. | Big Grove Brewery in Iowa City
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MREA Webinar Series — Grow Solar: Energizing Your Community
2026-05-26 17:30 - 18:30 | Online
WHEN: Tuesday, April 28 starting at 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Online via Zoom
The MREA’s May webinar will feature Nick Hylla, Executive Director of the Midwest Renewable Energy Association, for an overview of the electrical grid, why your utility bills are increasing, and how you can engage in community programming to reduce those costs.
MREA staff will join the call to highlight partners from around the Midwest who are actively bringing these programs to their communities. The session concludes with a live Q&A, giving participants the opportunity to submit questions and learn directly from one of the Midwest’s most experienced clean energy educators. If you’re interested in investing in solar for your home or business to reduce your utility bills and increase resiliency, this is the webinar for you.
Nick Hylla is the Executive Director of the Midwest Renewable Energy Association where he works in partnership with organizations throughout the Midwest to advance solar energy education and market development initiatives. Nick holds an MS degree in natural resource management, has 15 years of experience in non-profit leadership, and has served as the Principal Investigator on 6 US Dept. of Energy assistance agreements to support solar workforce development and help reduce the “soft costs” of solar energy development in Midwest states.
REGISTER TO ATTEND
Can’t make it to the live webinar? No worries! We’ll upload the recorded webinar to YouTube the next business day so you won’t miss out.

About the MREA’s Webinar Series:
Join the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) for a free, monthly webinar series exploring the renewable energy and sustainability topics you want to learn more about. These interactive sessions take place on the last Tuesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. and are hosted virtually for easy access from anywhere.
The MREA was founded from our historic Energy Fair event — an annual gathering that brought together thousands of attendees to explore sustainability, clean energy, and actionable solutions for a greener future. While the Fair has since been retired, its spirit of education, connection, and action lives on. This monthly webinar series continues that legacy by creating space for learning, discussion, and community around today’s most relevant clean energy and sustainability topics.
These webinars are free and open to all. We do encourage participants to become MREA members to help support our work and ensure we can continue offering accessible education and advocacy across the Midwest.
Be sure to subscribe to our monthly newsletter to get updates on upcoming webinar topics, speaker announcements, and opportunities to suggest future subjects or organizations you’d like to hear from.

Grow Solar Power Hour: Bloomington Normal — May 28
2026-05-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
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 the Bloomington-Normal area can pool their buying power to secure significant discounts that make installing solar more affordable.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Thursday, May 28 | 1 p.m. | Virtual — attend via Zoom
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Energy in Your Township — Westby
2026-05-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Westby Community Center, 206 N Main St, Westby, WI, 54667, United States
Energy Education Sessions for Your Community

Have questions about utility-scale solar? Data centers? Rising energy costs? Wondering what resources are available for you and your community?
Join the MREA’s Energy in Your Township presentations to get clear, credible answers from our renewable energy experts. The session is designed to provide you with the latest facts, data, and insight, so you can make informed decisions about the future of energy in your community.
We’re committed to open dialogue, and we welcome your questions, ideas, and concerns. Join us at our upcoming event to be part of the conversation.
Westby

Thursday, May 28 | 6–8 p.m.
Westby Community Center | 206 N Main St, Westby, WI 54667
Complimentary snacks and soft drinks will be available.

Please RSVP as seats may be limited.
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Hosted in partnership with the Chaseburg Local Farmers Union and the Ethos Green Power Cooperative.

Grow Solar Power Hour: Milwaukee Waukesha — June 2
2026-06-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
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 the Milwaukee and Waukesha area can pool their buying power to secure significant discounts that make installing solar more affordable.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Tuesday, June 2 | 12 p.m. | Virtual — attend via Zoom
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Grow Solar Power Hour: Door County — June 3
2026-06-03 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
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 Door County can pool their buying power to secure significant discounts that make installing solar more affordable.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Wednesday, June 3 | 1 p.m. | Virtual — attend via Zoom
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Grow Solar Power Hour: Green Bay Fox Valley — June 9
2026-06-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
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 the Green Bay and Fox Valley area can pool their buying power to secure significant discounts that make installing solar more affordable.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Tuesday, June 9 | 12 p.m. | Virtual — attend via Zoom
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Grow Solar Power Hour: East Central Iowa — June 10
2026-06-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
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 the east central Iowa area can pool their buying power to secure significant discounts that make installing solar more affordable.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Wednesday, June 10 | 2 p.m. | Virtual — attend via Zoom
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Grow Solar Power Hour: Central Wisconsin — June 13
2026-06-13 | Midwest Renewable Energy Association, 7558 Deer Rd, Custer, WI, United States
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.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Saturday, June 13 | MREA Headquarters
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MREA Solstice Celebration
2026-06-13 13:00 - 21:00 | Midwest Renewable Energy Association, 7558 Deer Rd, Custer, WI, United States
A Gathering of Education and Community

Saturday, June 13 | 1–9 p.m. | 7558 Deer Road, Custer, WI
Join 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.
The 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?
Join 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.

This 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.

RSVP

Event Details:
1:00 — Arrive at MREA Headquarters (7558 Deer Road, Custer, WI)
1:30-2:30 — MREA Membership Meeting
You’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.
3:00-5:00 — Energy in Your Township Presentation & Panel Discussion
Join 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.
4:30-5:30 — MREA Grounds & Native Plants Tour
The 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.
5:00-6:00 — Grow Solar Power Hour
Thinking 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.
5:30-6:00 — Native Plants Presentation
What 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.
6:00-7:00 — Cherryglow Performs
7:30-9:00 — Big Oil Performs

Thank You to our Event Partners!

Northwind Solar
OneEnergy Renewables
International Bank of Amherst
Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association
Briggs and Stratton
Current Electric
Emy J’s
Organic Valley
Point Brewery
Tigo Energy
Gimme Shelter Construction

Energy in Your Township Discussion with an Expert Wisconsin Energy Panel
2026-06-13 15:00 - 17:00 | Midwest Renewable Energy Association, 7558 Deer Rd, Custer, WI, United States
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.
The expert panel includes:

Paul Kiefer, Energy and Utilities Reporter – Wisconsin Watch
Erin Thompson, Policy Analyst – Wisconsin Farmers Union
Tom Content, Executive Director – Wisconsin Citizens Utility Board
Nick Hylla, Executive Director – Midwest Renewable Energy Association

We’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.

MREA Solstice Celebration

This 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!
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Intersolar & Energy Storage North America (IESNA) Midwest
2026-06-15 - 2026-06-17 | Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL, 60018, United States
Join the MREA along with industry leaders, innovators, and clean energy enthusiasts for Intersolar & Energy Storage North America (IESNA) Midwest on June 15–17, 2026 in Rosemont, IL.

Formerly known as the Midwest Solar Expo, IESNA Midwest features three days of cutting-edge presentations, policy updates, networking opportunities, hands-on training, and exhibition showcasing the latest solar innovations.

Why Attend?

Explore Innovative Products & Solutions
Examine State-Level Policies & Market Trend
Meet & Learn from Clean Energy Leaders & Peers
Take Hands-On Training Sessions & Workshops
Schedule 1:1 Meetings with Potential Partners & Suppliers
Enjoy Engaging Networking Activities

MREA Training Sessions Available:

(PV130) Cybersecurity: Securing Energy Systems – This one-hour online course explores the wide range of challenges to secure electrical generation operating systems, with a focus on photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage systems. From natural disasters to human threats like cyber attacks, participants will learn how to secure energy management systems, monitoring equipment, and network access.
(PV 425) PV System O&M Fundamentals – Preventive maintenance is vital for maximum energy production, financial investment security, and overall customer satisfaction. This session will concentrate on some of the common causes of PV system failures and underperformance issues, their remedies, and how to avoid unscheduled downtime with regular O&M inspections and tasks.

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Midwest Farm Energy Conference
2026-06-16 - 2026-06-17 | West Central Research and Outreach Center, 46352 State Hwy 329, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Join the MREA at the 2026 Midwest Farm Energy Conference on June 16–17 in Morris, MN.
The theme of the conference is “The Age of Agricultural Intelligence: Ammonia, Agrivoltaics & Automation”, and will cover topics such as green ammonia as a farm fuel, electrifying the farm with robots, grazing cows under solar panels, what can we do with all the data, and much more.
Conference Details
Tuesday, June 16:

Doors open at noon; presentations begin at 1 pm.
Sessions will focus on green ammonia and agrivoltaics.
Keynote dinner and program.

Wednesday, June 17:

Doors open at 7:30 am for a light breakfast; presentations begin at 8 am.
Sessions will cover precision agriculture, electrification, and automation.
Lunch in the gardens followed by tours.

Other conference activities will include:

Electric vehicle showcase including an electric tractor.
Tour of WCROC research projects including solar agrivoltaics, agricultural robots, and newly commissioned green hydrogen/ammonia plant.
Opportunity to network with energy experts and professionals.

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Grow Solar Power Hour: Door County — June 17
2026-06-17 17:30 - 18:30 | WI
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 Door County can pool their buying power to secure significant discounts that make installing solar more affordable.
Join us at an upcoming Power Hour to learn more:
Wednesday, June 17 | 5:30 p.m. | Peninsula School of Art
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