EP1. Certification Makes a Difference: NABCEP will provide an update on the new opportunities being launched regarding the certification process, continuing education opportunities, and solar workforce development. Shawn O’Brien, President & CEO, North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP).
EP2. Energy Storage Installation Certification: The Panel will detail how an energy storage certification will guide the next phase of solar technologies to retain more power and ensure a clean, secure, and reliable source of electricity. Shawn O’Brien, President & CEO, NABCEP – Ken Walz, Director and Principal Investigator of the Center for Renewable Energy Advanced Technological Education (CREATE) – Nick Matthes, Solar Project Manager at Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA).
EP3. Fire Code regulations for PV Systems (23 PV 6): This one-hour course is focused on providing essential PV safety information to inspectors, AHJs, and PV system designers and installers. Dan Fink, MREA Instructor and Owner, Buckville Engineering.
EP4. Intro to Ground Mount Solar: Discussion of Installation, foundations, and site considerations for single, two-post, and ballasted ground mount systems. Rich Crockett, Installer Sales Specialist, Unirac – Andrew Moutray, Installer Sales Specialist, Unirac – Derek Madeya, Technical Product Manager, Unirac.