Classes in Milwaukee
This fall, We Energies and the MREA are once again co-sponsoring introductory seminars covering residential renewable energy applications. There are two distinct seminars: Photovoltaic (solar electric) Systems for your Home, and Solar Hot Water Heating for your Home. If you live in the greater Milwaukee or Fox Valley area and have an interest in making your home more energy friendly, please take this opportunity to get a basic understanding of the technology involved and other aspects involved.
Photovoltaic (Solar Electric) Systems for Your Home: Participants in this two-hour seminar will learn about how photovoltaic (PV) systems create electricity from the sun; what components make up a PV system; how to determine what size system will meet your needs; where to locate a system on your home or property; what PV systems cost and the financial incentives that are available.
Solar Water Heating for Your Home: Participants in this two-hour seminar will learn how to supplement their existing water heating system with a solar water heater that uses the sun’s energy to heat water. They will also learn about the components that make up a solar water heating system, the most reliable system types for cold climates, where to locate a system on a home or property, what solar water heating systems cost and the financial incentives available, and the steps to get started with an installation.
Both programs include handouts, demonstrations, and a question and answer period. Cost: $15/person, or $5/We Energies’ Energy For Tomorrow Customers. To register visit We Energies’ website or call the MREA at 715-592-6595. More seminars will be added soon, so keep checking the website!
PV (Solar Electric) Systems for Your Home | Date | Time | Location | Registration |
Oct. 24,
2009 | 10 a.m. - Noon | Havenwoods Environmental Awareness Center
6141 N. Hopkins St.
Milwaukee, WI
| MREA |
Nov. 7,
2009 | 1 - 3 p.m. | Moraine Park Technical College
2151 N. Main St.
West Bend, WI
| MREA |
Nov. 14,
2009 | 10 a.m. - Noon | Urban Ecology Center
1500 E. Park Place
Milwaukee, WI
| MREA |
Nov. 21,
2009 | 1 - 3 p.m. | Mequon Nature Preserve
PieperPower Education Center
8200 W. Townline Rd.
Mequon, WI 53097
| MREA |
Solar Water Heating for Your Home
| Date | Time | Location | Registration |
Oct. 24,
2009 | 1 - 3 p.m. | Havenwoods Environmental Awareness Center
6141 N. Hopkins St.
Milwaukee, WI
| MREA |
Nov. 7,
2009 | 10 a.m. - Noon | Moraine Park Technical College
2151 N. Main St.
West Bend, WI
| MREA |
Nov. 14,
2009 | 1 - 3 p.m. | Urban Ecology Center
1500 E. Park Place
Milwaukee, WI
| MREA |
Nov. 21,
2009 | 10 a.m. - Noon | Mequon Nature Preserve
PieperPower Education Center
8200 W. Townline Rd.
Mequon, WI 53097
| MREA |