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RE101: Introduction to Renewable Energy

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This one-day workshop will introduce renewable energy technologies and strategies to homeowners, contractors, and renewable energy advocates. Participants will learn how modern renewable energy systems, like solar electric photovoltaic (PV) systems can provide utility independence and/or can be used to 'buy and sell' electricity with the local utility company. Presenters will explain how the solar rebate program in the state offers dramatic cost savings. This workshop will prepare homeowners to work with local installing dealers to help them to evaluate their practical renewable energy options.

Topics Include
  • Solar, Wind, and Hydro Resource Analysis
  • Residential RE System Sizing
  • PV, Wind and Hydro Equipment
  • Controllers, Batteries, Inverters
  • Efficient Appliances
  • Solar Cooking
  • Solar Hot Water
  • Passive Solar Design
  • Resources for Further Study
Sessions
Workshop Title Dates Location Price Duration Status
Intro to Renewable Energy April 4, 2009 Guemes Island, WA $ 150
1 day
Intro to Renewable Energy October 10, 2009 Guemes Island, WA $ 150
1 day


Significant others receive 50% discount on tuition for this workshop!
(materials will be shared)

Related Reading

Renewable Energy With The Experts Videos by Scott Andrews

The Renewable Energy Handbook for Homeowners by William H. Kemp

 

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Workshops begin at 9 am unless otherwise noted. Please show up at 8:30 am the first day.


PO Box 715 • 76 S. 2nd St. • Carbondale, CO 81623 • 970-963-8855 • fax: 970-963-8866 • sei@solarenergy.org