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Courses
University of Vermont | Biomass to Biofuels | August 26-December 4, 2013
Depleting fossil fuel reserves and adverse affects of fluctuating oil prices have renewed interest in alternative and sustainable sources of energy. The University of Vermont is actively involved in this area through research and instruction. Experts in following areas will provide hands-on instruction in various biofuels including: LIQUID BIOFUELS (transportation fuels; biodiesel from oil seeds and waste vegetable oil; bio-ethanol; algae-biofuel); SOLID BIOFUELS (woody biomass; grass energy); BIOGAS & BIO-ELECTRICITY (the farm-based energy); BIOHEAT (Heat capture from biomass, e.g. compost); and BIOFUELS RELATED ENVIRONMENTAL, ECONOMIC, SOCIAL ISSUES. This course covers a wide-range of Biofuels related science & technology topics, background & literature, as well as important environmental, economic, social and other Biofuels related issues. Click here for more information.
Green Trainings | Vermont Technical College | Introduction to Solar PV | Various Dates
This five-day introductory course will prepare you to work at an entry level in the solar industry and will provide you with the knowledge to take the North American Board of Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) PV Entry Level Exam. The 40-hour program combines lecture and discussion, in-class and out-of-class exercises, and hands-on activities. Topics covered will include: PV markets and applications, safety basics, solar energy fundamentals, system components, system sizing and design. Click here for the course flyer.
Green Trainings | Vermont Technical College | Introduction to Solar Hot Water | Various Dates
The push for solar hot water systems is on! This two-day Introduction to Solar Hot Water workshop will give you a solid foundation, covering how solar hot water systems work, installation basics, and the equipment required. Course format will include both classroom training and applied learning. Here’s what will be covered: Basics of solar design, solar site analysis, and types of solar thermal systems; Understanding SRCC ratings, necessary system components, and common code concerns; storage tank and expansion tank sizing; roof and ground mounting approaches; system control options and intro to heating systems. Click here for more information.
HeatSpring Learning Institute | Solar Hot Water Design & Installation Training | Various Dates
Solar hot water (thermal) systems have been around for decades, but have never been as popular as they are today. Bob Ramlow is one of two ISPQ certified independent master trainers in the Solar Thermal industry. His book, ‘Solar Water Heating’, is recognized as a comprehensive design and installation manual and serves as our guide for preparing for the NABCEP Entry Level Exam. This 40 hour course includes a text book, video lessons, reading assignments, quizzes, discussion, homework problems, and design software. It’s the most comprehensive course available for building professionals getting into solar.
HeatSpring Learning Institute | Solar PV Installer Bootcamp | Various Dates
This intensive solar training teaches you to design, install, and sell solar PV (electric) systems, plus helps you pass the NABCEP Entry Level Exam. The training combines 16 hours of online lessons including reading assignments, worksheets and other prep with a 3 day classroom based boot camp including hands-on exercises and face to face time with an ISPQ Certified Master Trainer. Completing this course qualifies students take the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Entry Level Exam. The blended format of this course is designed to keep time off-the-job to minimum, and present the material in a variety of formats to allow for a variety of student learning styles. This course can qualify an individual for provisional photovoltaic partnership with REV. Please contact REV for more information.
* Please note, HeatSpring Learning Institute hosts a number of Solar Hot Water, Solar Photovoltaic, and Geothermal courses. Click here to explore upcoming courses.
Building for Social Responsibility | Solar Hot Water Workshops
This two-day workshop trains building professionals in the art of solar hot water design and installation. Day 1 introduces domestic solar hot water systems, component details, design considerations, and installation. Day 2 focuses on solar space heating potential, advanced system components, software applications for the trade, economic paybacks and incentives. This course is designed for builders, plumbers, architects, and engineers interested in broadening their services to clients by offering solar hot water services. Sixteen AIA continuing credits available. REV approved solar thermal installer course. Click here to learn more…
Conferences
There are no upcoming conferences at this time.
REV Latest Events
- Educational Program on Green Building- Performance and Pleasure
Date: May 17, 2012 Source: Acorn Energy Coop Middlebury – The Acorn Renewable Energy Co-op will be presenting a free program on green building as part of its Energy Education Program Series, from 1 to 3 p.m., on Saturday, May 26 at the Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society at 2 Duane Court, Middlebury. This informative program will be presented [...] - Save the Date for REV’s Annual Conference: October 1 & 2
Date: October 1 & 2 Source: Renewable Energy Vermont Burlington – Save the date for Renewable Energy Vermont’s 11th Annual Conference and Expo: Driving Towards a Smart, Renewable Energy Future. This year’s conference will continue to bring together key players in the renewable sectors: business leaders, system operators, manufacturers, engineers, scientists, policy makers, regulators and academics. The conference, typically [...] - PBS Series ‘America Revealed’ reports on cow power in Vermont April 25
Date: April 17, 2012 Source: Vermont Digger Bridpot, VT- Viewers will be in for a new experience as they take to the skies for a coast-to-coast journey and aerial look at the complex networks and systems that keep America running. Technology expert and communications attorney Yul Kwon is the adventurous host and guide for a new PBS series [...] - REV Celebrates Vermont Wind Energy Month with Wind Open House Day
Date: March 22, 2012 Source: Renewable Energy Vermont MONTPELIER – REV’ month-long celebration of Vermont Wind Energy will be capped off this Saturday, March 24th with Vermont Wind Energy Open House Day. Vermonters are invited to learn about wind turbine installations across the state at a variety of participating wind turbine sites. To find a nearby site, [...] - Ecologist, author Amy Seidl to address city adaptation in face of climate change
Date: February 2, 2012 Source: www.uvm.edu Burlington, VT. Amy Seidl, ecologist and author, will speak to the Greater Burlington community at the Fletcher Free Library on February 8, 2012 at 7:00 pm. Seidl’s lecture will focus on her most recent book,Finding Higher Ground: Adaptation in the Age of Warming, and discuss how we can increase our capacity for resilience in [...]
