MREA Midwest Renewable Energy Association

ReNew the Earth Institute

Our Mission:
The Midwest Renewable Energy Association promotes renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable living through education and demonstration.

Office Hours:
M-F 10am-4pm. Open to the public for tours daily at 2pm. To schedule other times or for more information, please click on "Visit" above.

ReNew the Earth Institute

The ReNew the Earth Institute is a 4,200 square foot building on twenty rolling acres. The building incorporates energy efficient features including passive solar design, standing seam Galvalume roof, daylighting, energy efficient light fixtures, solar tubes, and infloor radiant heat. The building includes a beautiful lobby, numerous offices, a large education room, and a kitchen.
100% of the electricity used at the Institute is generated from on and off-site renewable energy systems.

A Travel Green Destination
The Institute has been certified as a green tourist destination, by Travel Green Wisconsin. Travel Green Wiscosnin recognizes businesses that are reducing their environmental impact through operational and facility improvements. To gain certification businesses have to meet a wide range of goals, which include reduction of solid waste, water conservation, and electrical efficiency.

MREA was recognized for the following best practices:

100% of total electricity consumed on site comes from renewable energy,

restoration of monoculture pine plantations,

organic and fair trade products used on site, and

passive solar building design.

To learn more about Travel Green Wisconsin vist www.travelgreenwisconsin.com.