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Your portal to energy research, education and outreach activities at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

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Get ready for some weather fun at the 2nd Annual Wisconsin Weather Festival! Hands-on activities, weather science, and more await. Get the details: energy.wisc.edu/events/2nd-a...

Hosted in collaboration with @wisconet.bsky.social and #WiSciFest
October 13, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Wisconsin Goes Nuclear? Learn how nuclear power is poised to contribute to Wisconsin’s energy transition and why it’s a vital part of the sustainable energy mix at our October FIEF: energy.wisc.edu/events/wisco...
October 8, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Dive into stories of energy evolution! WEI’s oral history collection captures this shift through a telling of the unique lived experiences of those around us. Learn more: energy.wisc.edu/education/or...
September 23, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Brian Fox is working hard to make poplar trees a superstar at producing chemicals that humans use everyday. Read the conversation about federal funding, engineering, and, of course, poplar trees. 🌳

Full Story: biochem.wisc.edu/2025/05/21/u...
June 4, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Scientists at UW-Madison have reprogrammed a microbe that eats toxins from broken down plant fiber while leaving the sugars untouched. A major step forward in biofuel production! Read more: energy.wisc.edu/news/rewired... #biofuels #bioenergy #uwmadison #microbe
May 12, 2025 at 2:04 PM
In a bold move toward a clean, low-carbon economy, Wisconsin lawmakers are partnering with local energy start-ups to create a nuclear energy renaissance. Read more: energy.wisc.edu/news/wiscons...
#nuclear #wisconsin #energy #nuclearenergy
May 7, 2025 at 1:03 PM
UW Family Gardening Day is this Saturday!! From 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., families can take part in hands-on activities to learn more about plants and clean energy, collect seeds, and tour state-of the art laboratories.

Don’t miss out on this exciting event! energy.wisc.edu/events/uw-fa...
April 29, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Join us at the Wisconsin Energy Institute for UW Family Gardening Day on May 3rd! Explore gardens, meet scientists, and enjoy hands-on activities for all ages. Learn more about this event at energy.wisc.edu/events/uw-fa...
April 16, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Join us at the Green Cities, Green Students Resource Fair on April 25th! Learn about energy, water, and sanitation’s role in sustainability with interactive activities and info sessions. Register for this event at energy.wisc.edu/events/green...
April 14, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Day of the Badger ends TODAY at 5pm! Support energy education programs like KidWind with a gift before the clock runs out. Your support connects young minds with the the tools and confidence to pursue their scientific curiosity.

Make your gift now! dayofthebadger.org/campaign/wis...
April 9, 2025 at 5:12 PM
It's Day of the Badger! Show your support for renewable energy with a gift to WEI. The impact of your dollar will be DOUBLED today and tomorrow; can we count on you to help us reach our goal? dayofthebadger.org/campaign/wis...
April 8, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Science Expeditions is THIS WEEKEND!! Visit WEI's Open House April 5 to interact with researchers and try your hand at interactive Exploration Stations.
energy.wisc.edu/events/uw-sc...
April 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM
The 2025 Wisconsin KidWind Challenge featured 28 teams of 115 students from across Wisconsin and northern Illinois! These young engineers are showing us what the future of clean energy looks like. energy.wisc.edu/news/four-wi...
March 26, 2025 at 2:02 PM
#DayoftheBadger 2025 is just 2 weeks away! Join the party to pay it forward April 8-9 by helping us uplift and empower rising energy leaders through programs like KidWind. Mark your calendars, and let's shape tomorrow's energy future together. 🚀 🌱
March 24, 2025 at 6:29 PM
UW-Madison's Nelson Institute research brief explores the benefits and challenges of alternative energy technologies that may help tackle climate change while boosting rural and urban economies. Learn more about what the experts have to say: energy.wisc.edu/news/nelson-...
March 17, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Prepare for the Battle of the Biofuel Bugs😤🦠💪 In the most epic showdown of the century, these microbes will face off to decide who is the ultimate biofuel bug.

Hear from their coaches, WEI scientists, and vote for your favorite microscopic champion March 18--register today!
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March 4, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Registration for WiSys Quick Pitch is now open! Sign up by March 31 for a chance to show the impact of your research and win cash prizes: www.wisys.org/events/quick...
February 17, 2025 at 6:31 PM
The Renewable Energy Expo is happening soon! Bring the whole family Saturday March 1 to explore hands-on science activities and interact with scientists at the UW Discovery Building!

This event is free and open to the public.
@widofficial.bsky.social @kidwind.bsky.social
February 14, 2025 at 7:59 PM