Congratulations to Deb Weitzel, Energy Educator of the Year 2021

Congratulations to Education Committee Chair Deb Weizel on her recent accolade from the Wisconsin K-12 Energy Education Program.

Debra Weitzel award

Deb Weitzel has been awarded Energy Educator of the Year from the Wisconsin K-12 Energy Education Program and Madison Gas and Electric.

The Friends are incredibly lucky to have Deb as Education committee chair. This video showcases Deb’s energy awareness work in our community and the ways she has and continues to inspire others.

Congrats Deb!
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