Saturday October 21, 2023
1:00 - 5:00PM

Western Technical college
220 south main - viroqua

1:00 - 2:00PM Keynote

Nick Hylla

Executive Director

Midwest Renewable Energy Association

The Future Is Electric!

In the US, we are set to spend more on energy infrastructure over the next 10 years then we have in the previous 30. And unlike previous investments, much of the new infrastructure can be on our homes and businesses. We have a tremendous opportunity to rebuild our energy system in a way that increases local economic benefits. In this presentation, we'll discuss how we can ensure that our homes, businesses, and communities make the most of this historic opportunity.

Workshops and Panels

Heat Pump Water Heaters

Rob Widowski

Senior Plumbing Support Manager

Your next water heater needs to be a heat pump version. After this session you’ll likely decide not to wait.

Electric Vehicles

Spanky Felton

Francisco Sayu

Jeremiah David

Hold on to your hat, EVs are coming, FAST! Learn more about cars, charging infrastructure, and what it's like owning and travelling with an EV.

Home Heating and Cooling with Heat Pumps

Mike Lemmon

Doug Schreder

Jon Wedell

Curious about heat pumps? In this session you'll learn how to decide if one is right for you.

Take Control of Your Energy Use

VCED Energy Planning Team

Who's in charge here? Often when it comes to our own energy use we just don't know. We'll show you how to change that.

Copy of La Farge Solar Poster (Letter) (

Solar 101 + Storage

Alicia Leinberger

Ethos Green Power

Producing and using our own power at home makes a lot of sense for most of us. You'll learn what you need to know so you can have the best system for you.