>Solar Electric Design 101
Wed, Jul 9
With federal tax credits and new generous state incentives, now is the time to invest in solar! This half-day workshop provides a great foundation for not only those just looking to learn more about solar electricity (photovoltaics-PV), but also for contractors interested in expanding into PV service and installation. In this introductory workshop, the first of a series, you will learn the nuts and bolts of photovoltaic technology and the variety of ways to use solar electricity to power your home or business. Even if you know nothing about PV, this workshop will give you the knowledge you need to see how solar power can work for you!
Course Goal:
Participants will learn about the basics of Photovoltaic (PV) Renewable Energy Systems, energy efficiency concepts and how to determine the feasibility and system size requirements of a PV installation.
Course Objectives:
- Gain a functional understanding of photovoltaic systems
- Understand the basics of system feasibility, site analysis, system design, and system sizing
- Understand the importance of energy efficiency when considering renewable energy systems
Course Format:
This is a one-day, 4 to 5 hour course including lecture, A/V presentations, technology demonstrations and scheduled breaks.
Course Prerequisites:
None at all - come, learn and meet like-minded folks!
What to Bring / Need to Know:
We encourage (but don’t require) you to bring a calculator and a copy of your utility bill as we will review household power usage issues during the class. Since there will be no ‘hands-on’ component with this workshop, no tools, gear, or closed-toe shoes are required.
Lecture Topics:
- Basics of electricity and PV
- Equipment selection and system components
- Site analysis
- System sizing
- Energy efficiency
Each student will leave the seminar with a packet of information and a renewed enthusiasm for moving their household or business toward greater sustainability and energy efficiency. Special discounts on selected books and products are available to our seminar attendees! Sign up today while enrollment is still open!
| When: | Wed, Jul 9 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
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| Cost: | $105 |
Instructors
Ben Gorman
Complete Schedule for this Class
Important Information
Class enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis, as class size is limited. To reserve a space please pay the entire tuition upon sign-up. Classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment, and you will be notified in advance if a class you had previously enrolled in is cancelled.
Cancellation Policy
For cancellation two weeks or more prior to class: If a participant cancels two weeks or more before the class start date, 25% of the tuition is non refundable. The remaining tuition will be reimbursed to class registrant.
For cancellation less than two weeks prior to class: If a participant cancels less than two weeks prior to the start of a class, the participant forfeits 50% of the tuition.
Cancellation process
To cancel a class you have registered for, please email classes@altenergystore.com or call us toll-free at 877-878-4060.
Location
Hudson, MA
Headquarters
The Alternative Energy Store
43 Broad Street
Suite A408
Hudson, MA 01749
Accommodations
The Holiday Inn Express in Hudson, MA, offers special room rates to Alternative Energy Store students! You will receive reservation information shortly after enrolling in the class.
Directions
From Logan Airport, Boston, MA: (Total Est. Time: 50 minutes Total Est. Distance: 42.17 miles Map)
1: Start out going WEST toward TERMINAL C (Portions toll). 0.9 miles
2: Turn SLIGHT LEFT onto ramp. <0.1 miles
3: Merge onto I-90 W / MASS PIKE / MASSACHUSETTS TURNPIKE (Portions toll). 30.7 miles
4: Merge onto I-495 N via EXIT 11A toward MARLBOROUGH / N.H.-MAINE. 7.8 miles
5: Merge onto MA-85 CONN E / HUDSON ST via EXIT 25A toward RT-85 / HUDSON. 1.7 miles
6: Turn LEFT onto MA-85 / WASHINGTON ST. 0.1 miles
7: Turn RIGHT onto BROAD ST. 0.7 miles
8: End at 43 Broad St Hudson, MA 01749-2558
From 495:
Take Exit 25A onto Hudson Street. Go about a mile to the 2nd set of stop lights and take a left onto Route 85. Take your first right onto Broad Street. Follow Broad Street for about 3/4 of a mile. On the left hand side after you cross a small bridge you should see a large brick building, known as the Hudson Mills Building at 43 Broad Street. Park in the front and take the main lobby elevator to the 4th floor. Our office is on the far Southeast side of the building. Follow the signs to find your way.
From Other Points:
Please use this Mapquest map with our address as the destination (43 Broad Street, Hudson, MA 01749).
