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SUMMARY:Understanding Your Energy Use: Tools for You to Take Action & Save Money (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:The Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin is hosting an educational webinar on Thursday Sept. 3rd\, 2026 designed to help Wisconsin residential utility customers save money. In this webinar we will be going back to the energy basics and will cover foundational utility concepts\, practical energy-saving measures\, and we will showcase Wisconsin programs that are available to help consumers. \nLearn more and register at: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/citizensutilityboardofwisconsin/event/2026residentialwebinar/ \nThe Citizens Utility Board (CUB) of Wisconsin offers free\, nonpartisan educational programming designed to help utility customers understand their energy bills\, lower costs\, and navigate energy efficient and clean energy options for their home\, small businesses and farms.  Learn more about us at : https://cubwi.org/
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/understanding-your-energy-use-tools-for-you-to-take-action-save-money-webinar/
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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:Mayfield Renewables' Education Summit
DESCRIPTION:The MREA is thrilled to support Mayfield Renewables’ third annual Education Summit this fall! Join us at this unique industry gathering dedicated to technical education\, and let’s build safer systems while unlocking the full potential of PV+ESS and microgrids in the C&I solar-plus-storage space. \nThis year’s Summit will be a 2-day event. There will be four classrooms\, each with four classes. Up to 5 NABCEP CEUs will be available on each day of training. Three main themes will be covered in the education sessions: PV & ESS codes and standards\, PV & ESS design best practices\, and microgrid feasibility\, planning\, and development. \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/mayfield-renewables-education-summit/
LOCATION:David Rubenstein Forum\, 1201 E 60th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States
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SUMMARY:Navigating Energy Costs: Essential Tools for Small Business Success
DESCRIPTION:Join the Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin for an essential educational webinar designed to help Wisconsin small business utility customers navigate the 2026 energy landscape. In an era of evolving rate structures\, shifting market demands\, and emerging clean technology\, managing your energy use is more critical than ever.  This session will also include an overview of how Wisconsin utilities work\, and ways for businesses to get more involved in the process of setting rates. \nLearn more and register at: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/citizensutilityboardofwisconsin/event/smallbizwebinar2026/ \nThe Citizens Utility Board (CUB) of Wisconsin offers free\, nonpartisan educational programming designed to help utility customers understand their energy bills\, lower costs\, and navigate energy efficient and clean energy options for their home\, small businesses and farms.  Learn more about us at : https://cubwi.org/
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/navigating-energy-costs-essential-tools-for-small-business-success/
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SUMMARY:Chicago Build 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join the MREA for Chicago Build 2026 on October 28–29 in Chicago\, IL. \nChicago Build offers a totally unique experience over the two days\, featuring: \n\n30\,000+ attendees from contractors\, architects\, realtors\, civil engineers\, developers\, government\, house builders and construction professionals\n450+ incredible speakers across 13 conference tracks\nAIA CES approved workshops\nThe Festival of Construction with DJs\, musicians\, live performances\, food and drinks tastings\, entertainment and more\nArchitect’s Hub with project displays of upcoming projects from leading architects\nExclusive networking parties with key decision-makers\nThe USA’s largest networking event for Women in Construction and Diversity in Construction\nAn inclusive Ambassador Program supporting Women in Construction and Diversity in Construction\n350+ exhibitors showcasing the latest services\, products and innovations\n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/chicago-build-2026/
LOCATION:McCormick Place\, West Building\, 2301 S Lake Shore Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
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