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SUMMARY:Solar Training Academy (PV 320)
DESCRIPTION:This package of six MREA courses is ideal for those just entering the solar workforce or preparing to take the NABCEP PV Associate exam. This course package includes: 52 hours of training\, textbook\, printed course materials\, and NABCEP PV Associate Exam. \nClass will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (full attendance is required for credentials). \nJoin us at our headquarters in Custer\, WI\, to earn your NABCEP PV Associate Credential. Classes are taught by NABCEP-certified and experienced PV professionals\, providing you with the foundational skills to launch or advance your solar career. Upon completing this series\, you’ll be fully prepared to take the NABCEP PV Associate Exam. Pass the exam\, and you’ve officially earned your credential to advance in the solar industry! \nWe provide light snacks\, coffee\, and tea during class. Meals are not provided\, but a refrigerator and kitchen are available for students to store and warm up lunches. Area accommodations can be found here. \n  \nSchedule: \n\nMonday\, February 23 — Working with Electricity (G 108)\nTuesday\, February 24 — Basic Photovoltaics (PV 101)\nWednesday\, February 25 — PV Site Assessment (PV 201)\nThursday\, February 26 — PV System Design (PV 202) Day 1\nFriday\, February 27 — PV System Design (PV 202) Day 2\nMonday\, March 2 — PV Labs & Design Scenarios (PV 304)\nTuesday\, March 3 — PV Exam Prep (PV 220) & NABCEP PV Exam\n\n  \nTo apply\, contact Nicole Stachurski at (715) 422-5011 or nstachurski@fsc-corp.org \n  \nPresented by Advance Wisconsin Employment \nThis program is made available by a grant from the American Rescue Plan Act Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. Advance Wisconsin Employment and Forward Service Corp is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. \nIf you have a disability and need assistance with this information\, please dial 7-1-1 for Wisconsin Relay Service. Please contact Nicole Stachurski at (715) 422-5011 or nstachurski@fsc-corp.org to request free of charge information in an alternate format\, including a translation to your preferred language. Grant eligibility requirements do apply. First-come\, first-served; space is limited to 15 students. $500 incentive for completion.
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/solar-training-academy-pv-320/
LOCATION:Midwest Renewable Energy Association\, 7558 Deer Rd\, Custer\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,In-Person Training
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SUMMARY:2026 NABCEP CE Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join the Midwest Renewable Energy Association for the 2026 NABCEP CE Conference in Milwaukee\, WI on March 16-19\, 2026. \nThe advanced-level content presented at the annual NABCEP CE Conference is geared toward PV industry professionals who have experience with PV installation\, solar + storage\, technical sales\, design\, O&M\, or system inspection. This is the only industry event that allows NABCEP Board Certified Professionals to obtain as many as 24 hours of continuing education units needed to re-certify. \nPV Associates can obtain 12 continuing education units needed to renew. Non-certified renewable energy professionals seeking to advance their career can earn up to 18 hours towards becoming NABCEP Board Certified by attending the CE Conference. \nLEARN MORE\n  \nMREA instructors will be presenting three training sessions on Thursday\, March 19th: \n\nCybersecurity: Securing Energy Systems – 1-2 p.m. – Alex Jarvis\nPV System O&M Fundamentals – 2:15-3:15 p.m. – Emmitt Muckles\nO&M for Solar + Storage – 3:30-4:30 p.m. – Kris Schmid\n\n 
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/2026-nabcep-ce-conference/
LOCATION:The Baird Center\, 400 W Wisconsin Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Briggs & Stratton Solar + Storage Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join Briggs & Stratton for a Solar + Storage Summit featuring installer training related to home solar and energy storage systems at their Global Headquarters in Wauwatosa\, WI. \nWhen: Monday March 16\, 2026\, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. \nWhere: 12301 W Wirth St.\, Wauwatosa\, WI 53222 \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\nTentative Agenda: \n\n8:00 AM – Complimentary breakfast (provided)\n9:00 AM – 90 min opening remarks and intros\n10:30 AM – 15 minute break\n10:45 AM – 90 minute NABCEP certified presentation from Ryan Mayfield – 2023 NFPA 855 and Fire Codes for Energy Storage Systems\n12:15 PM – Lunch (provided) \n1:00 PM – Tour of Briggs Museum / Facility\n1:45 PM – Tour of Power Lab and Equipment\n3:00 PM – Social Hour (people can leave if they like)\n4:00 PM – Depart for hotel/downtown MKE (transportation provided)
URL:https://midwestrenew.org/event/briggs-stratton-solar-storage-summit/
LOCATION:Briggs and Stratton\, 12301 W Wirth St.\, Wauwatosa\, WI\, 53222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:MREA Webinar Series — Backyard Composting
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: Tuesday\, March 31 starting at 5:30 p.m. \nWHERE: Online via Zoom \nThe MREA’s March webinar will feature Susan Schuller\, Executive Director of Recycling Connections\, for an engaging deep dive into backyard composting — from the fundamentals to practical tips you can put to use right away. \nLearn how to turn everyday food scraps into nutrient-rich “black gold” compost while reducing waste and lowering your climate impact. Whether you’re brand new to composting or looking to refine your system\, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to build healthier soil and make the most of what would otherwise go to waste. \nSusan Schuller is the Executive Director for Recycling Connections providing professional development services and consultations in zero waste\, recycling\, organics diversion\, and waste reduction. She is an avid backyard composter with over 20 years of experience. She holds a MS in Natural Resources\, BS in Biology/Chemistry\, and two decades of teaching environmental education and sustainability topics. She has served on several boards and committees to advance environmental issues related to green schools\, bird conservation\, and environmental ed. \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\nCan’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. \n  \nAbout the MREA’s Webinar Series:\nJoin 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. \nThe 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. \nThese 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. \nBe 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.
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