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Fond du Lac High School installed a geothermal heating and cooling system, as well as other energy saving systems. For more information on this project contact Craig Schepp at the Energy Center of Wisconsin at 608.238.8276, extension 116 or cschepp@ecw.org. To arrange for a group tour, please contact Principal Mary Fran Merwin at 920.929.2740, extension 3142. Please give a minimum of two weeks notice.

A visit to the Fox Ridge Game Farm in Oconto Falls will bring your students closer to an active geothermal heating and cooling system. The farm has three systems: two hydronic and one forced air. You won't be able to see the technology since it's underground, but Mike or Bill can introduce you to this renewable energy resource. During the months of September-January, you can also see adult pheasants too. If you'd like to visit the farm, contact Mike Kamke at mikek@frgf.com or call 920.846.2508.

Lake Michigan Wind and Sun in Sturgeon Bay Wisconsin has put in various types of photovoltaic systems for evaluation, demonstration and power production. For more information contact Lake Wind and Sun at 920.743.0456 or visit their Web site at www.windandsun.com.

Nature Net Do you want to take your class to a nature center? Find one close to you at nature net where they have put together a list of nature centers in your area!

Oneida Environmental Resources Board, in Oneida, Wisconsin, installed solar hot water and photovoltaic systems within the Oneida Nation. There are also 15 solar hot water and PV systems and a residential PV system. For more information contact Bruno Zagar at 920.497.5812. If you prefer to visit a Web site, this and other installations on Native lands can be found in The Solar Way: Photovoltaics on Indian Lands, available electronically at http://www.sandia.gov/pv/docs/solarwaytoc.htm.

The Point Beach Energy Center is located north of Two Rivers, Wisconsin. For more information on Point Beach, nuclear power or to schedule a group/classroom visit, call 920.755.6400 or 1.800.880.8463.

Recycling Centers To find a recycling center near you click on the link and browse the listings near you!

Ritger Law Offices, Random Lake, Wisconsin, incorporates photovoltaic, geothermal heat pumps and heat recovery ventilation as well as daylighting and super-insulated walls and ceilings. Please make arrangement to tour the building by contacting Stephanie at the Ritger Law office at 920.994.4313 or email ritgerlw@execpc.com. A case study is available from Focus on Energy at http://www.focusonenergy.com/page.jsp?pageId=564 or at http://www.wisconsun.org/learn/cs_ritger.shtml or by calling 1.800.762.7277.

Rock Island State Park uses solar photovoltaic panels to provide electricity to the island. This is a wonderful field trip for students not only to learn about alternative options for electricity, but to enjoy the scenic park and fresh breezes. Contact Kirby Foss at 920.847.2235 for more information about the solar energy used on the island.

University of Wisconsin Green Bay, a classroom integrates photovoltaic systems instead of traditional building materials. The photovoltaic materials replace the building materials while producing energy at the same time. The Mary Ann Cofrin Hall uses "vision glass", which combines energy generation and the function of a window. The building is open to the public while school is in session and there is an electronic kiosk in the Winter Garden at the Mary Ann Cofrin Hall. Contact Dean Rodeheaver at 920.465.2039 to arrange a group tour.

We Energies offers safety education, environmental education, field trips and classroom speakers. Call 414.221.2875 or 1.800.747.6726 for more information.

Wisconsin Public Service Corporation gives tours of hydroelectric plants on the Wisconsin, Tomahawk, Peshtigo and Menominee rivers (for grades K-8) and of its coal plant near Wausau (for grades 6-12). Contact them about their wind sites. Call Karen Lemke at 920.433.1433.

Wisconsin Solar Tour & Demonstration Sites - The Wisconsin Solar Tour is held each fall to demonstrate that renewable energy is practical, reliable, and affordable in today's economy. To find demonstration sites near you, visit http://www.the-mrea.org/solartour.php.

Speakers

Lumber Dealers Supply has specialists on staff who are involved in the DuPont Tyvek Specialist program which is made up of 170 men and women in the U.S. and Canada who are trained in all facets of residential and commercial construction. The classes they attend have been developed by a former college professor from Purdue to help them train building contractors, architects, teachers, students, engineers and building inspectors about building science and building practices. If you're interested in having a Tyvek Specialist visit your classroom to talk about building science, contact Greg Kirschling in Green Bay at gregk@LumberDealers.com or 920.621.1282.

Scott Wigger from Discovery Energy Consultants, LLC, can make a presentation related to moisture management, energy efficiency, safety, durability, and comfort of homes. His presentation will touch on both new construction and existing home issues. To contact Scott, please call 920.822.6772 or email at srwigger@peoplepc.com.

Solarwise for Schools is a solar energy and education program offered to high schools served by Wisconsin Public Service Corporation. The goal of this program is to install solar-electric systems on high schools and educate students about solar power.

Wisconsin Public Service Corporation has many employees and retirees involved in their Speakers Bureau who volunteer their time and expertise to make presentations on a wide range of topics pertinent to the utility industry. These presentations are about 20 minutes in length.

We Energies offers safety education, environmental education, field trips and classroom speakers. Call 414.221.2875 or 1.800.747.6726 for more information.

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