Contact:
Amy Heart, Milwaukee Solar Coach
MREA Milwaukee Director
414-431-0758
Milwaukee, WI – Milwaukee will showcase renewable energy during Milwaukee Solar Week, September 28-October 2. The City of Milwaukee’s solar program, Milwaukee Shines, is teaming up with organizations and businesses to showcase renewable energy successes and opportunities.
Milwaukee Solar Week, September 28-October 2, is a week filled with events for the professional in the solar industry, seminars and guided tours for consumers interested in solar, and workshops for individuals interested in getting involved in green energy.
“The City is fortunate to be hosting two premier professional solar conferences, which will highlight all Milwaukee has to offer a growing solar market,” said Matt Howard, Director of Milwaukee’s Office of Environmental Sustainability. “Milwaukee is seeing an increase in solar installations, we have a growing solar workforce, and we have a number of companies starting or expanding that are strengthening our local solar supply chain,” said Howard.
Milwaukee Shines is coordinating Milwaukee Solar Week to highlight events being hosted around the community by the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA), We Energies, and Focus on Energy.
“Milwaukee Solar Week has something for everyone,” said Amy Heart, Milwaukee’s Solar Coach and MREA’s Milwaukee Director. “This is a perfect chance to get information on installing solar on your home, find out how to get in the solar business, or establish new business connections in this growing industry,” said Heart.
Milwaukee Solar Week Schedule At-A-Glance
* Tuesday, September 28: Solar 101 Seminars for Consumers, 5 pm: http://www.the-mrea.org
* Wednesday, September 29: Wisconsin’s Solar Decade: http://www.solardecade.com
* Thursday, September 30-Friday, October 1: SOLAR THERMAL ’10: http://www.the-mrea.org
* Saturday, October 2: Milwaukee Solar Tour, Renewable Energy Workshops and Milwaukee Solar Social: http://www.the-mrea.org/milwaukee
For a complete listing of events and details on Milwaukee Solar Week visit http://www.MilwaukeeShines.com or call 414-431-0758.
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MILWAUKEE SOLAR WEEK
COMPLETE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
SEPTEMBER 28-OCTOBER 1
Tuesday, September 28
Solar 101
5 – 8 pm • $15
Urban Ecology Center: Riverside Park <http://www.urbanecologycenter.org/whereweare.html#riversidepark>
1500 E. Park Place
Milwaukee, WI 53211
Details: http://www.the-mrea.org
We Energies and the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) are partnering to offer Solar 101. The three-hour seminar will introduce a basic overview of technologies, logistics and financial aspects of residential solar systems: both solar electric and solar hot water technologies. Topics include the pros and cons of system and mounting types, system sizing & site analysis, the economics of renewable energy installations, financial incentives, and tips for selecting an installer. A question and answer period is included. Cost is $15 or $5 for We Energies’ Energy for Tomorrow customers. Payment is accepted at the event. Pre-registration is requested. Please RSVP via email
Wednesday, September 29
Wisconsin’s Solar Decade
Frontier Airlines Center
400 W. Wisconsin Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Details: http://www.solardecade.com
Be part of Wisconsin’s Solar Decade! Join renowned industry experts for a one-day conference packed with everything you need to know about the benefits of solar energy for your home, business, and career! More information and registration is at http://www.solardecade.com or call 715-592-6595.
Thursday, September 30 & Friday, October 1
SOLAR THERMAL ’10
Frontier Airlines Center
400 W. Wisconsin Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Details: http://www.the-mrea.org
SOLAR THERMAL ’10 is a national conference and expo for the solar thermal professional. The Midwest Renewable Energy Association invites you to the premier professional level conference devoted to solar heating and cooling. This one of kind conference will bring attention to the Midwest’s leadership in the solar thermal industry. You won’t want to miss our Thursday evening reception at Lakefront Brewery, sponsored by Potawatomi Bingo Casino. As part of SOLAR THERMAL ’10, the Milwaukee Metro Solar Hot Water Business Council will unveil the results of a national solar thermal supply chain research project. This supply chain study was conducted as part of Milwaukee Shines Solar America City program. For details on the Solar Hot Water Business Council, visit http://www.MilwaukeeShines.com. Details and registration for SOLAR THERMAL ’10 can be found at http://www.the-mrea.org or call 715-592-6595.
Saturday, October 2
Milwaukee Solar Tour
Guided Bus Tour • 9 am • $15
Open Houses • 10 am – 4 pm • Free
Details: http://www.the-mrea.org/milwaukee
Open the door to renewable energy in Milwaukee. The Milwaukee Solar Tour will showcase homes and businesses with renewable energy and green building technologies. Talk with homeowners about their experiences living with solar. Get basic information on technologies, financing resources, and details on Milwaukee’s solar program, Milwaukee Shines.
Guided Bus Tour: The Milwaukee Guided Solar Bus Tour is a four-hour guided bus tour of area homes. As you visit four area solar sites, learn about the technology from area experts and talk with homeowners about the experiences. Cost is $15 per ticket, runs from 9 am – 1 pm. Sign up at http://www.the-mrea.org/milwaukee or call 414-431-0758.
Tour on Your Own: Homes and businesses around Milwaukee (and the rest of Wisconsin) are opening their door for free tours between 10 am – 4 pm. Find the map of homes and businesses open in the Milwaukee area at http://www.the-mrea.org/solartour.php.
MREA Workshops
Costs Vary
9 am – 5 pm
Details: http://www.the-mrea.org/milwaukee
Take advantage of special MREA renewable energy workshops on Saturday, October 2 as part of Milwaukee Solar Week. Solar Decade and SOLAR THERMAL ’10 attendees receive a $10 discount on registration! Workshops will be held at Waukesha County Technical College. Seats are limited so register today. Get details and register at http://www.the-mrea.org/milwaukee or call 715-592-6595.
* PV101 Basic Photovoltaics <http://www.regonline.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?eventid=811349> – Pewaukee, WI
* PV201 PV Site Assessor Training <http://www.regonline.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?eventid=808797> – Pewaukee, WI
* SW101 Solar Domestic Hot Water Systems <http://www.regonline.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?eventid=871011> – Pewaukee, WI
* B102 Business Planning for Solar Installers <http://www.regonline.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?eventid=808930> – Pewaukee, WI
* B106 Maximizing RE in Commercial Real Estate <http://www.regonline.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?eventid=822560> – Pewaukee, WI
MREA Milwaukee Solar Social
6 – 8 pm
FREE
Bay View Brewhaus
2535 S Kinnickinnic Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Details: http://www.the-mrea.org/milwaukee
Show your support for renewable energy in southeast Wisconsin! Network with others who share your interest for renewable energy and sustainable living. Connect with others in your backyard, meet local solar installers and professionals, and learn about upcoming education opportunities. We look forward to hearing your ideas for the future of the MREA and renewable energy in southeast Wisconsin. And, with any MREA event, you’ll have lots of fun too! What a great way to cap Milwaukee Solar Week! Please RSVP to mke@the-mrea.org or call 414-431-0758.
