Tuesday, September 24, 8:30AM—9:30AM Join us at Holy Wisdom Monastery for a tour of their facility including their LEED platinum Monastery building, 300 kW solar array and newly reopened geothermal heated/cooled retreat and guest house. Register on the event website. Agenda Breakfast & Networking 8:00—8:30 AM Tour 8:30—9:30 AM Networking 9:30—10:00 AM Since 1953, Holy […]

𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗞𝗶𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 Join us for a fun, hands-on Stormwater Week event where participants can learn all about native gardening and take home plants to install their very own garden. In addition to a number of learning stations, each household will leave with a downspout garden or pollinator garden kit OR […]

Learn about ways to use less energy at home and lower your monthly energy bill, how to apply for and use available tax credits, IRA (Inflation Reduction Act) rebates and Wisconsin Focus on Energy incentives when completing home energy efficiency upgrades, and what your renewable energy options are. There will be plenty of time for […]

Please join us for our All Around Dane County network gathering in the beautiful community of Paoli. Sustain Dane will host a network gathering on Tuesday, September 26 from 6:30—8:00 PM at Seven Acre Dairy Company in Paoli. We will focus on connecting sustainability enthusiasts and learning about local projects and initiatives in Paoli. Sustainability […]

Guided by the wisdom of his grandfather Calvin (Cal) DeWitt, young filmmaker Ben Albert journeys through the mysterious world of the Waubesa Wetlands in this exploration of natural wonder and the intrinsic bond between humans and nature. Navigating the challenges of this environment and learning from his grandfather – a wetland scientist who has lived […]

Guided by the wisdom of his grandfather Calvin (Cal) DeWitt, young filmmaker Ben Albert journeys through the mysterious world of the Waubesa Wetlands in this exploration of natural wonder and the intrinsic bond between humans and nature. Navigating the challenges of this environment and learning from his grandfather – a wetland scientist who has lived […]

As we gather once again to celebrate sustainability and innovation in business practices, we invite dynamic speakers, engaging workshop hosts, and thought leaders to contribute to this business-to-business event. ​ Join us in shaping the future of sustainable business practices across Wisconsin and in making a positive impact on Wisconsin's economy, environment, and communities. We […]

Registration is open for Climate Fast Forward! This is the only statewide climate change action conference in Wisconsin that covers a wide range of climate change impacts and solutions. Building on the successful 2019 and 2022 conferences, the Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts & Letters will host the third Climate Fast Forward conference in 2024. Now a two-day […]

Can Renewable Energy Meet Our Needs? This session dives into proven technologies and energy solutions already in use, from rural renewables to modern grid innovations. We’ll highlight barriers, opportunities, and the economic case for clean energy – particularly how it intersects with labor, affordability, and public health.

Celebrating champions for clean water, climate action, and democracy!

What will our energy mix look like in 10, 20, or 30 years? Join us to explore emerging technologies like fusion, advanced fission, and new grid strategies. We'll consider what's realistic, what's hype, and what Wisconsin needs to prepare for the next energy era. Dr. Leah Stokes will be our featured speaker on the topic of industrial decarbonization.

On September 28, in Madison, Wisconsin, we’ll march for solar power, clean energy jobs, science, environmental justice, conservation, and democracy. We have the technology and solutions. Now we need the political will to make clean energy accessible to all!