Solar for Good: Supporting Wisconsin's Nonprofits

Solar power can change lives. Together, we can impact how a community sees and feels about itself by empowering it with affordable energy. With significantly reduced energy bills, communities can take a big step toward controlling their future. You can be a part of that change!

Solar for Good

Solar for Good grant applications are once again open! You have from now until October 31 to submit your application for consideration. Nonprofits, schools, and other community-based organizations looking to go solar are all encouraged to apply.

2026 RENEW Wisconsin Summit On-Demand

Catch up on everything you missed at this year’s RENEW Wisconsin Summit!

MadiSUN Group Buy

We are kicking off the MadiSUN 2026 Group Buy, and this year we have three great local installers on board. Arch Electric, Full Spectrum Solar, and Midwest Solar Power all have locations right here in Madison!

Empowering Tribal Nations: The Shift to Clean Energy

Thanks to increased clean energy funding opportunities, such as those provided by the Inflation Reduction Act, the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin is creating new opportunities, enhancing economic resilience, and supporting the Tribe’s cultural values.

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At RENEW Wisconsin, we believe that renewable energy strengthens our economy, protects the health of Wisconsinites, and keeps our state beautiful. We work on policies and programs that expand solar power, wind power, renewable fuels, local hydropower, building electrification, energy storage, and electric vehicles. It’s our goal to ensure everyone benefits from renewable energy.

Renewable Energy Initiatives

Wisconsin’s Roadmap to Net Zero

New detailed energy and economic modeling shows Wisconsin can cost-effectively transition to net-zero emissions by 2050, reaching a point where we emit no more carbon into the atmosphere than can be removed. Learn More

Solar for Good

Solar for Good announces new grants 
to install solar energy for nonprofits.  Learn More

Renewable Energy Installation Map

See Wisconsin’s commercial renewable energy installations in on map. View Map

Project Progress

See the project status of exciting renewable energy development in Wisconsin. Learn More

Solar Farms

Solar farms provide homegrown, healthy, and smart energy to Wisconsin citizens.  Learn More

News

Solar for Good: Supporting Wisconsin’s Nonprofits

Solar power can change communities and lives. By helping communities empower themselves through affordable energy options, solar can literally change the way a community sees and feels about itself. With significantly reduced energy bills, communities often feel like they now have a chance, where before they didn’t. You can be part of that change!

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The High Price of Leaving MISO: Wisconsin Cannot Afford to Go It Alone

In response to the United States Department of Agriculture’s decision to cut solar out of the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP). On behalf of our members, RENEW has joined a lawsuit against the Trump Administration for the harmful actions it has taken. We are one of several plaintiffs, represented by Environmental Law & Policy Center (ELPC) with Earthjustice as co-counsel.

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Why RENEW is Suing the USDA

In response to the United States Department of Agriculture’s decision to cut solar out of the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP). On behalf of our members, RENEW has joined a lawsuit against the Trump Administration for the harmful actions it has taken. We are one of several plaintiffs, represented by Environmental Law & Policy Center (ELPC) with Earthjustice as co-counsel.

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RENEW Wisconsin is the SEIA affiliate for our great state, advancing the Solar Energy Industries Association’s work to fight for policies that create jobs in every community and shape fair market rules that promote competition and the growth of reliable, low-cost solar power.

 

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