Training & Events

Each year, the N.C. Solar Center hosts and/or participates in a broad number of events.These typically include workforce development training, conferences, webinars, and industry trade shows. These activities highlight the Solar Center, our technical assistance services and projects, and our education and training.

Workforce Development Training

(Schedule of 2013 classes at a Glance)

• RETDS:Renewable Energy Technologies Diploma Series

Year-round, $775 – $1798

• SIS:Solar Instructor Series

Year Round. Apply to receive up to 100% discounted
rates.

• BPI Building Analyst and Envelope Professional
  

 May 20-24, 2013     September 30 – October 4, 2013      December 9-13

• REPV: Renewable Energy Generation with PV

May 13-17, 2013    Raleigh, NC           $969

Sept 9-13 , 2013      Raleigh, NC           $969

$100 off for 1st 10 registrants  -REGISTER HERE

• REPV(A) : Advanced Design and Installation of Photovoltaic Systems

June 3-7, 2013 Raleigh, NC  $1299

$200 off for 1st 10 registrants  -REGISTER HERE

• RESNET HERS Rater
  

 June 24-28, 2013                  October 14-18, 2013

• REST:Renewable Energy Generation with Solar Thermal Systems
  

August 12-16,2013       Raleigh, NC          $969

$100 off for 1st 10 registrants  -REGISTER HERE

• REG:Renewable Energy Generation with Geothermal Systems- IGHSPA Accredited Course

October 7- 11  Raleigh ,  NC

Was $1799  get it for $1649!- Pre -Register Here

• Online REPV : Renewable Energy Generation with PV

October 29 – December 5 (Tuesday / Thursday 2 hour online lectures) $775

$50 off for 1st 10 registrants  -REGISTER HERE

• CREM:Certificate in Renewable Energy Management
  

March 14-May 28, 2013 $1,998  $1,798

• Overview of Solar Policy and Financial Modeling

April 11, 2013 (Part of CREM program), from $199

• LEED Green Associate- Exam Preparation

 May6-7, 2013    September 23-24, 2013     December 5-6, 2013

• CREM:Certificate in Renewable Energy Management
  

September 19- November 19, 2013 $1,998

$200 off for first 10 call 919-513-2161

•   PV Training for Inspectors

June 13, 2013   Raleigh  NC  $20

This class is intended for AHJs – code officials and inspectors and instructors teaching inspectors and installers who need to familiarize themselves with code compliant photovoltaic systems. A PV Online Training (PVOT) course for inspectors is also available as a resource.

Conferences

Solar Center staff speak, present and exhibit at many conferences across North Carolina and the nation.

• 10th Annual Sustainable Energy Conference – Raleigh, NC; April 15-17
• N.C. Sustainable Energy Association’s Annual Conference – Raleigh, NC; September 19-20

Industry Tradeshows

The Solar Center participates in both regional and national tradeshows to promote our programmatic areas and to support North Carolina’s efforts to advance renewable energy within the state.

• Windpower 2013 – Chicago, IL; May 5-8
• 2013 Solar Power International -Chicago, IL; October 21-24

To see a list of our current events and outreach activities, please visit our Events calendar.