2026 Targeted Guidance Mentoring Program - Call for Projects
Empowering the Burning Man Community with Clean Energy: Join the RAT Movement!

The Renewables for Artists Team (RAT) is a passionate, all-volunteer community dedicated to lighting up Black Rock City—and beyond—without burning fossil fuels. We believe that creativity and sustainability go hand in hand, and we are here to help Artists, Theme Camps, Mutant Vehicles and visionary projects leap into renewable energy. Whether you are a seasoned builder or just starting, RAT mentors provide friendly, hands-on guidance to help you power your projects with clean, safe, and reliable energy.

Education is our focus, but we often play a hands-on role in helping both artists and camps succeed in “Going Solar". Our mission is to demystify renewable systems and make them accessible to everyone, regardless of technical background. While we are not licensed electricians, our team provides educational support to help you design safer, more intelligent systems. We always recommend consulting licensed professionals to make sure your final setup meets safety standards.

RAT mentors assist with:
  • Electrical Safety Fundamentals

  • Project Analysis and Design support

  • Construction and Logistics advice

  • Troubleshooting before and during the event

The RAT is accepting applications from projects who need assitance in designing renewable power systems for Burning Man Black Rock City "Axis Mundi." The projects can range from a few blinking light strings to more complex endeavors.

The RAT does not provide funding, equipment, supplies or labor for construction. 


This call will remain open until just before the Black Rock City event to help as many people as possible. Depending on the number and complexity of applications we receive, we may need to limit the number of projects we can take on.

PII - RAT respects protecting Personally Identifiable Information. Please complete the following form and the information you provide will be only available to the RAT's leadership and mentors.

If you do not receive an acknowledgement email, please contact Scott Williams: scottwilliams.sierranevada@gmail.com


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- The Renewables for Artists Team firmly believes in decommodification and does not endorse or promote any products or services for commercial purposes.
- The RAT uses project related materials on its website and social media, for promoting RAT activities and in making presentations. 
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Project Name *
Project Type *
Short Project Description *
Project Lead First Name *
Project Lead Last Name *
Project Lead Telephone Number *
Project Lead City *
Project Lead State *
Project Lead Country *
Project Lead Time Zone *
Alternate Project Lead First Name
Alternate Project Lead Last Name
Alternate Project Lead Email
Alternate Project Lead Telephone Number
This Project Is: *
For artists are you seeking a Honoraria for this project? *
For artists have you been awarded a Honoraria yet this year?  *
Do you have the funding needed for this project at this time? *
Project Physical Size. *
Long description about your project if you want to expand your above answer.
Have you previously worked with renewable energy?   *
Do you know what the electrical load (kWh) is for this project? This is critical information for the building of any renewable energy system. If you do not know we can help. *
Provide a rough list of electrical components that will need to be powered on this project. *
Electrical Experience *
Do you have an project electrical power lead? This is very important in building a system if you do not have the skills. *
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