Wisconsin Students Lead the Charge in Energy…

Real-World Impact

Champions of Energy-Savings

This spring, students across Wisconsin are stepping up as energy conservation leaders through the Renew Our Schools challenge, a five-week program that combines education with real-world impact. Hosted by Focus on Energy and the Wisconsin K-12 Energy Education Program (KEEP), this initiative empowers students to champion energy-saving practices in their schools and communities.

Renew Our Schools provides hands-on opportunities for students to explore energy concepts, monitor energy use, and implement strategies to reduce electricity consumption and lower energy costs. Participating schools will engage everyone in the building, creating a group effort to compete for cash prizes and maximize their energy savings.

“Renew Our Schools equips students with critical thinking and communication skills to drive real change and build support for energy conservation,” said Heather Feigum, Program Manager at Focus on Energy. “As we enter into the fourth year, it’s inspiring to see the lasting impact this program has on students, schools, and communities.”

Wendy Stelzer from KEEP added, “This program is an investment in our students’ futures, helping them see the tangible impact of everyday actions. Small changes, like turning off lights in empty classrooms or shutting down devices after use, add up to significant energy savings that benefit their schools and the environment.”

The spring 2025 challenge, running from February 24 to April 4, includes the following participating schools:

Northland Lutheran High School
Kromrey Middle School
Amherst Middle School
Birchwood STEAM and Career Academy
Eagle School of Madison
Bay View Middle Schools
Elcho School District
Riverdale Elementary School
Jack Young Middle School
SAGES School of Agriculture
Albert Story School
McFarland High School Eco Club
Golda Meir School
Evansville High School
Webster Middle School
Eagleville Elementary Charter School

Throughout the challenge, students will track their schools’ energy usage, document progress, and share updates on their initiatives. Stay connected and cheer on the participating schools by following Focus on Energy and KEEP on Facebook:

Looking ahead, Wisconsin schools can join the fall 2025 challenge, scheduled to run from October 27 to December 5, with an enrollment deadline of August 29, 2025. Focus on Energy and KEEP are committed to helping schools integrate energy conservation into their curricula and motivate the next generation of environmental advocates.

For more information or to express interest in upcoming challenges, visit Focus on Energy Renew Our Schools.