Our goal is to improve and increase energy education in Wisconsin's K-12 schools. KEEP is a collaborative effort of the Wisconsin Center for Environmental Education and Focus on Energy (www.focusonenergy.com). Focus on Energy is Wisconsin’s statewide energy efficiency and renewable energy initiative.

The need for energy education is clear when we understand that some households spend more than 20 percent of their budget on heating their homes and fueling cars. Energy issues in the news emphasize the importance of energy education. Our society needs individuals with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will allow them to use energy resources wisely. Energy literacy is critical to Wisconsin's economic and environmental future.

KEEP Provides the following to Wisconsin Educators:
- Professional Development Opportunities Offered Statewide for Practicing K-12 Teachers
- Resources Available for Check-Out
- Student Involvement Programs (Bright Idea Fundraiser, Energy Bookmark Contest)-
- Networking and Outreach (Web site, monthly electronic bulletin, bi-annual newsletter, conference presentations and exhibits)
- Funding Opportunities


News & Information

KEEP's Bright Idea Fundraiser is Starting Students sell energy efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs and earn $2.00 for every bulb sold. In the fall, students may also sell strings of LED holiday lights and earn $2 per string. Students learn about energy efficiency while earning money for their school, student organization, or club. Participation is limited so start planning your fundraiser today!

Energy Educators of the Year Announced The Wisconsin K-12 Energy Education Program (KEEP) announced the winners of the 2009 Energy Educator of the Year Awards. Congratulations to Lauren Ebbecke of Wausau East High School and Clay Sterling of the Midwest Renewable Energy Association.

October is Energy Awareness Month President Barack Obama proclaimed October 2009 as National Energy Awareness Month. The Wisconsin kick-off for Energy Awareness Month began at the Wisconsin Center for Environmental Education in Stevens Point with special guests First Lady, Jessica Doyle, and State Superintendent, Tony Evers.

Events

Wisconsin Electrathon and Supermileage Competition Sunday, Oct 17, 2010 until Monday, Oct 18, 2010 12 PM to 4:30 PM Dells Raceway Park - This event at Dells Raceway Park in Wisconsin Dells will showcase energy efficient one-person electric and gas vehicles built by Wisconsin high school students. Teams will compete in endurance, braking, and maneuverability events...

Related Organizations Wisconsin Center for Environmental Education   Stevens Point, WI 54481 The WCEE assists in the development, dissemination, implementation and evaluation of teacher and student K-12 EE programs.