Renewable Energy Events Calendar
Please email us at info@the-mrea.org if you have an event that you wish to add to this list.

September 2008

September 6
Lake Superior Energy Fair

Hosted by Lake Superior Energy Association
Location: Duluth, MN
The Lake Superior Energy Fair promotes Clean Energy technology with demonstration booths and educational workshops in renewable energy, sustainable living, clean transportation, etc.

Contact: info@lakesuperiorfarming.org (218) 260-9920
Website: http://www.lakesuperiorenergy.org/energy-fair

September 6
Fighting Bob Fest

Location: Baraboo, WI
Fighting Bob Fest is an annual Chautauqua featuring progressive speakers, networking opportunities, and entertainment. Fighting Bob Fest carries on the tradition of Robert “Fighting Bob” La Follette by providing a forum for progressive ideas on issues facing Wisconsin and the nation.

Contact: comments@fightingbob.com 608-256-1339 or 608-354-8010
Website: http://www.fightingbobfest.org/index.cfm

September 8
Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters Listening

Hosted by Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters
Location: 225 N. Oneida St.-Appleton, WI
In order to get your feedback the Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters is holding listening sessions throughout the state to help set their priorities for the next legislative session.

Contact: Jessica Garrels jessica@conservationvoters.org
Website: http://www.conservationvoters.org

September 10
PV Systems for Your Home

Hosted by MREA and We Energies
Location: Fox Valley Technical College, Appleton, WI
This two hour seminar will introduce homeowners to PV (solar electric) systems and how they work. Participants will learn how to determine if solar power will work for them, what it might cost, and the steps to getting a system. This seminar costs $15 and is limited to We Energies customers.

Contact: Chad Wolf info@the-mrea.org 715-592-6595
Website: http://www.we-energies.com/business_new/altenergy/workshop.htm

September 13 - 14
Iowa Energy and Sustainability Expo

Hosted by Iowa Renewable Energy Association
Location: Cedar Falls, IA
Workshops, exhibitors and demonstrations of renewable energy technologies.

Contact: irenew@irenew.org (319) 643-3160
Website: http://www.irenew.org/expo/

September 16
Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters Listening

Hosted by Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters
Location: 201 W. Mifflin-Madison, WI
In order to get your feedback the Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters is holding listening sessions throughout the state to help set their priorities for the next legislative session.

Contact: Jessica Garrels jessica@conservationvoters.org
Website: http://www.conservationvoters.org

September 17
Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters Listening

Hosted by Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters
Location: 2200 E. Kenwood Blvd.-Milwaukee, WI
In order to get your feedback the Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters is holding listening sessions throughout the state to help set their priorities for the next legislative session.

Contact: Jessica Garrels jessica@conservationvoters.org
Website: http://www.conservationvoters.org

September 22 - 23
Corporate Climate Response Conference

Hosted by Green Power Conferences
Location: Navy Pier-Chicago
How can you cut your company's climate impact and become more sustainable? This is the central question to be answered at this 8th international climate change strategy event. Corporate Climate Response will provide the latest updates on how business is responding to global warming and preparing for a carbon and resource-constrained world.

Contact: nfo@greenpowerconferences.com
Website: http://www.greenpowerconferences.com/corporateclimateresponse/CCRChicago_08

September 27
PV Systems for Your Home

Hosted by MREA and We Energies
Location: MATC - Oak Creek
This two hour seminar will introduce home owners to PV (photovoltaic) systems and how they work. Participants will learn how they can use the sun's energy to create electricity to power their homes. Seminar will cover system size, siting, and costs. Financial incentives will also be discussed.

Contact: Chad Wolf chad@the-mrea.org 715-592-6595
Website: http://www.we-energies.com/business_new/altenergy/workshop.htm

September 27
Solar Water Heating Systems for Your Home

Hosted by MREA and We Energies
Location: MATC - Oak Creek
Learn how to use the sun to provide free hot water for your home needs, including showers, sinks and dishwashers. This two hour seminar will cover the basic of how solar water heating systems work, where they need to be located, and what they cost. Financial incentives will also be discussed.

Contact: Chad Wolf chad@the-mrea.org 715-592-6595
Website: http://www.we-energies.com/business_new/altenergy/workshop.htm

October 2008

October 2
Driving Toward a Greener Fleet

Hosted by Wisconsin Clean Cities-Southeast Area
Location: 3850 N 35th St-Milwaukee, WI
This event will include a luncheon, displays and panel discussions of alternative fuel vehicles.

Contact: Francis Vogel francis.vogel@we-energies.com 414-221-4958

October 11
Northcentral WI Home Energy Conservation Workshop

Location: Rib Lake, WI
Homeowners, renters, and people who are contemplating building a new home can learn about ways to save energy in the home by attending the second annual Northcentral Home Energy Conservation Workshop on Saturday, October 11th at the Rib Lake High School.The program will cover alternative home heating systems, solar energy applications, energy saving ideas for new and existing homes, home energy audits, renewable electricity, and alternative home construction methods.

Contact: 715-339-2555
Website: http://www.uwex.edu/ces/cty/price/

October 29
2008 WAEE Fall Conference

Location: Milwaukee, WI
Attend the Wisconsin Association of Environmental Educators conference in Milwaukee this fall. There will be four tracks to follow: sustainable cities, urban outdoor explorations, bringing the classroom to life, and environmental justice.
Website: http://www.uwsp.edu/cnr/waee/Events/fall08.htm