The University of Wisconsin celebrated the opening of a new home for energy research on campus in the Wisconsin Energy Institute with a symposium, tours and hands-on activities over the weekend.

The two-day event began with a symposium Friday highlighting the energy research that will occur in the new facility. As part of a day of family-friendly events, WEI hosted tours throughout the building and hands-on activities involving energy. Experts answered questions regarding the institute’s goals for students and community members at the event.