KidWind Solar Energy Workshop for Educators

In this free workshop you will review energy and electricity basics, design and test solar and battery circuits, explore related KEEP energy education resources, and preview ready-to-use renewable energy curriculum for your classroom.

Participants also learn about the Wisconsin KidWind Challenge that takes place in spring each year and gain tips for coaching student teams through the process of designing and constructing small-scale wind turbines and solar arrays. Educators will leave with the resources and confidence to use renewable energy as a lens into hands-on science, technology, and engineering exploration in the classroom (and you'll get $175 in free gear, too!) 

Workshop will run from 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Lunch is provided.

Who should attend: Recommended for teachers of grades 4-12. Teachers who attend will receive a $150 stipend provided by EDP Renewables. 

Register today! 

Registration is done through the WI K-12 Energy Education Program website. Number of attendees is limited, so register soon to save your space!

Stipends: Stipends of $150 and over $170 in equipment will be provided to participants.


Interested in learning more about the KidWind Challenge? Check out the website here.


The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a barrier free campus and is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services, and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by emailing outreach@energy.wisc.edu or calling 608-890-0946. Requests made with less than 3 weeks’ notice will be honored when possible.

Questions? Contact outreach@energy.wisc.edu 


Thanks to EDPR for sponsoring this Educator Workshop!

teacher using solar/multimeter
UW–Whitewater Rock County in Janesville
2909 Kellogg Ave
Janesville, WI 53546