Want to better understand solar electric systems and markets? Solar electric or photovoltaic (PV) systems are becoming a viable part of the electricity grid. Wisconsin's market has been growing by more than 85% annually and currently has about five megawatts of grid connected systems. Owners can see positive cash flow in year one and cost recovery in less than five years.
Make the right decisions about offering solar services or products and investing in solar electric systems or businesses. We’ll cover the basics of solar electric technologies, power generation, racking and siting options, price, incentives, economics, business models, market trends, integration options and future technology and market development scenarios. Learn the answers to questions that you and your clients have about solar.
Benefits of attending:
This course will take you from an introductory to an intermediate understanding of solar electric technology, economics, business models, and markets. You’ll learn about Wisconsin's solar electric market place through case studies and real data.
As a result of this training you will be able to:
Who should attend?
Energy advisors and professionals, utility representatives, engineers, designers, architects, building owners, facility managers, commercial building developers, commercial new construction professionals and anyone interested in renewable energy or solar electric systems.
Continuing Education Units
Energy Center University is an authorized provider for the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and is committed to developing quality learning activities. You will receive 0.4 Continuing Education Units for attending this training. Credit approval is pending for the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) as part of the Green Buildings Certification Institute (GBCI) credentialing maintenance program.
Cost
The registration fee for attending this training is $30, which includes continental breakfast.
Registration
To register, click on the Register Now button on the side of this page or call the Chamber office at 715-834-1204. Seating is limited.ParkingParticipants can park in P4 for free. Parking is also available in pay lot P7 or in lot P1. If parking in P1, you must sign in at the front desk inside entrance 1a. The event will be held in building 3 on this map. It is the East Annex. The room number is 102. For directions, click here for a map.