Events
Powering our future with fusion
Kick-off the nationwide Fusion Energy Week here at UW-Madison! Open to all, this event promises to be a thrilling exploration of Wisconsin's rich history in fusion energy and plasma science research, robust manufacturing expertise, and materials innovation—a legacy that’s spurred the emergence of three spin-off companies and a flourishing fusion ecosystem both on campus and across the state.
UW Family Gardening Day at the Wisconsin Energy Institute
Free, Annual Event! April showers bring May flowers—and this opportunity to explore campus gardens, greenhouses, and research facilities. Visit the DC Smith Greenhouse, Allen Centennial Garden, Steenbock Library, and the Wisconsin Energy Institute. Explore hands-on activities with seeds, plants and soil. Ask questions of Master Gardeners. Take home plants and seeds for your own garden (while supplies last).
Innovation in agriculture, energy and AI
Resiliency and sustainability in the face of animal disease, energy storage, personal health and crop management will bring four young companies to the stage Tuesday, May 21, during a Wisconsin Tech Council luncheon in Madison.
MREA Energy Fair KidWind Mini Challenge
Join us at the MREA Energy Fair on Saturday, June 22! From 10 – 3 PM in the purple flag (Youth Programming Tent) WEI Educators and our friends from the K-12 Energy Education Program will be hosting a mini-challenge. Learn more about the Fair and get your tickets here!
KidWind Educator Workshop - Cleveland, WI
The Wisconsin Energy Institute and Wisconsin’s K-12 Energy Education Program (KEEP) are excited to bring the KidWind Educator Workshop to Cleveland! Join us at Lakeshore Technical College and learn how to explore the power of wind with your students! Workshop Description:
KidWind Educator Workshop - Ashland, WI
The Wisconsin Energy Institute and Wisconsin’s K-12 Energy Education Program (KEEP) are excited to bring the KidWind Educator Workshop to Ashland! Join us at the beautiful Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center and learn how to explore the power of wind with your students! Workshop Description:
KidWind Educator Workshop - Menomonie, WI
The Wisconsin Energy Institute and Wisconsin’s K-12 Energy Education Program (KEEP) are excited to bring the KidWind Educator Workshop to Menomonie! Join us in Fulton's Workshop, Dunn County Historical Society's exciting Makerspace, and learn how to explore the power of wind and solar with your students! Workshop Description: