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SOLAR ENERGY INTERNATIONAL
Renewable Energy Education Program
2007
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Renewable Energy Education for a Sustainable Future MISSION
Solar Energy International (SEI) is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization whose mission is to help others to use renewable energy and environmental building technologies through education and technical assistance.
Staff
Rachel Connor Kim Derhammer Kathy Fontaine Matthew Harris Soozie Lindbloom Kevin Lundy Khanti Munro Sandy Pickard Justine Sanchez Laurie Stone Jeff Tobe Laura Walters Carol Weis Johnny Weiss
Board of Directors
Jeff Dickinson
Energy & Sustainable Design
PHILOSOPHY Renewable energy resources of sun, wind,

and water can improve the quality of life and promote sustainable development for people throughout the world. Renewable energy systems are practical, reliable, cost efficient, and environmentally sound.
Jock Jacober
Jacober Brothers Construction
Linda Lung
National Renewable Energy Lab
Don Phillipson
Phillipson Sustainable Energy Options
APPROACH
SEI works cooperatively with individuals and organizations to meet energy and resource efficiency goals. SEI provides education and training to decision-makers, technicians, and end-users of renewable energy. SEI also provides the expertise to plan, engineer, and implement sustainable development projects.
Randy Udall
Community Office of Resource Efficiency
Johnny Weiss
SEI Executive Director
SERVICES
Advisory Board
Donald Aitken
Union of Concerned Scientists
J. Douglas Balcomb
National Renewable Energy Lab
Pliny Fisk III
EXPERIENCE SEI professionals have project and training

experience in the Americas, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the Caribbean. For over two decades, SEI staff have delivered services to the Pan American Health Organization, non-governmental organizations, foreign, national and state governments, utilities, universities, and individuals seeking the benefits of renewable energy. Solar Energy International is an educational non-profit Colorado corporation. SEI is recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt charitable organization under section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code.
Solar Energy International is an equal opportunity institution and employer.
Center for Maximum Potential Building Systems
Joe Jordan
NASA
Barbara Kerr
Center for Sustainable Living
Thomas A. Lawand
Brace Research Institute
Phillip Livingston
Renewable Energy Consultant
Amory Lovins
Rocky Mountain Institute
Maureen McIntyre
American Solar Energy Society
Don Osborn
Spectrum Energy
Richard & Karen Perez

Home Power magazine
Sam Vanderhoof Neville Williams

Standard Solar Inc.
Robert Wills
Intergrid
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Table of Contents
Whats Inside . . .
Workshop Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SEI Alumni . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 SEI Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 SEI Eco-Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 SEI Instructors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 SEI Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Membership Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Workshop Registration Form . . . . . . . .38
"SEI offers the most comprehensive, intensive, and practical training available in the country."
- Richard Perez, Publisher, Home Power magazine
Workshops
SEI has a year packed with workshops! We are offering workshops in twenty locations, including Mexico, Costa Rica, and Hawaii! Were also offering PV and Sustainable Home Design online courses over the Internet.
Topics
Advanced Photovoltaics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Advanced PV Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Appropriate Technology for the Developing World . . . . 20 Biodiesel Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Designing & Building Natural Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Homebuilt Wind Generators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Introduction to Renewable Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Micro-Hydro Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Photovoltaic Design & Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 7, 22 Plaster for Natural Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 PV Design Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 PV Lab Week . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 PV Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Renewable Energy for the Developing World . . . . . . . 20 RE for the Developing World - Hands-on . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Residential Wind Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Solar and Radiant Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Solar Electricity for the Developing World . . . . . . . . . . 21 Solar Hot Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Solar Industry Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Solar Water Pumping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Straw Bale Design & Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Successful Solar Businesses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Sustainable Home Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Sustainable Home Design Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Utility-Interactive PV Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Womens PV Design & Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Locations
Arizona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 California . . . . . . . . 7, 8, 18, 19 Colorado . . . 6, 8-12, 14-20, 22 Costa Rica . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Hawaii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Louisiana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Mexico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 New Jersey . . . . . . . . .8-11, 19 New Mexico . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 New York . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 North Carolina . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Ohio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Utah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Washington . . . . 7, 8, 10-13, 18 Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23, 24
Become an SEI member at the $50 level or above and receive discounted member pricing on workshops!
Workshops with this symbol are held outside of the United States. Workshops with this symbol are taught over the internet.
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2007 Renewable Energy Education Program

SEIs Renewable Energy Education Program teaches the practical use of solar, wind, and water power. Our workshops give individuals the knowledge and skills to design, install, and maintain renewable energy systems, and to build state-ofthe-art solar homes that are efficient, practical, and earth-friendly.
The Need for RE Education

A sustainable future requires investment of knowledge and skills in the people who will shape that future. The renewable energies of sun, wind, and water are clean and abundant, yet underutilized resources. Renewable energy technologies are mature, and more people need to be skilled in their use. SEI provides information, education, and training to people who want to shape a sustainable future. Decision-makers need information to make appropriate choices with confidence. Technicians need skills and experience to service the technologies. End-users must learn how to operate and maintain self-reliant renewable energy systems.
Enrollment
Workshops are open to all on a first-come basis. Workshop size is limited. To reserve a space, send your entire tuition. Please check the website or call before you register to make sure there is space available. Workshops are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel prior to 30 days before the workshop start date, 50% of your total tuition is nonrefundable. A written cancellation is required. If you cancel within 30 days of the beginning of the workshop, your entire tuition is nonrefundable.
Lodging & Logistics

SEI has campuses in both Carbondale and Paonia, Colorado. Carbondale is a small town in the heart of the Rockies, thirty miles west of Aspen. Denver is a three hour drive east through the mountains. Paonia is a community one hour southwest of Carbondale. Workshops are held at both facilities. Many of our workshops are held in other parts of the country and world. Local logistics and lodging for each workshop venue is available on our Website and via e-mail.
Educational Philosophy
SEI believes that people learn by doing. Instructors are leaders in their fields, bringing the most up-to-date information in renewable energy technologies. Classroom and laboratory work is enhanced by case studies, tours, and practical hands-on field work.
Workshop Atmosphere
Class size is limited to an appropriate studentteacher ratio. We work hard and ask that you do the same. SEI stresses safety and consideration. People from different cultures attend our workshops, and we expect that all participants treat people of different backgrounds and abilities with respect. Our workshops are in English pero se habla espaol.
Workshop Materials
The tuition fee for the workshop includes all course materials. You will receive a workshop notebook, and in some cases an additional textbook, upon your arrival.
Financial Assistance
SEI has a limited number of partial tuition scholarships available for international and lowincome participants. We also offer a work/trade program for people taking 8 weeks or more of workshops. Review our website and then contact us for an application.
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SEI Workshop Calendar
Workshop Key
California Carbondale, CO Guemes Is., WA International New Jersey Paonia, CO Other
PV Online
Jan 8 - Feb 16 Mar 12 - Apr 20 May 29 - July 6 Sep 4 - Oct 12 Oct 22 - Nov 30
Adv. PV Online
Feb 26 - Apr 6 Jul 9 - Aug 17 Sep 10 - Oct 19 Oct 29 - Dec 7
SHD Online:
Jan 8 - Feb 16 Aug 6 - Sep 14 Oct 29 - Dec 7
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Solar Electric Workshops

PV Design & Installation - 2 weeks
This has been our most popular workshop for those seeking employment in the growing solar industry. Participants will gain technical skills and a strong foundation of how to design and safely install solarelectric systems. Participants learn system sizing, site analysis, hardware specification, and component selection of both stand-alone and grid-tied systems. This workshop starts out with the very basics of photovoltaics (PV), and incrementally accelerates students to safely install a code compliant solar-electric system. Each workshop will offer a hands-on component. SEIs PV Design & Installation Manual is included in the price of the tuition.
Topics Include:
Safety Procedures Basics of Electricity Solar Site Analysis Efficient Appliances PV System Sizing PV System Components Component Specification Stand-Alone Systems Utility-Interactive Systems Electrical Wiring Operation & Maintenance
Other Activities
Tours of PV Systems Industry Representatives Laboratory Exercises Hands-on Training
As an IT professional, I have been subjected to many technical training classes. None of them have ever prepared me as well as this class, to be able to go out and implement what I have learned.
- PV Design & Installation participant, 2006
For Womens PV workshops see page 22

PV Certification:
The PV Design & Installation workshop is accredited by the Institute of Sustainable Power and helps fulfill one of the requirements for national photovoltaic certification. By receiving a 'Certificate of Completion' in either our two-week or one-week Photovoltaic Design & Installation workshops, you qualify to take the NABCEP PV entry level "Certificate of Knowledge" exam. See www.nabcep.org for more information.
Price:$1,600 SEI Member: $1,500
Register early! These workshops fill up quickly.
Sessions I May 7 - 18
Paonia, CO www.solarenergy.org
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I July 9 - 20
Paonia, CO
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PV Design & Installation - 1 week
Austin, TX - Meridian Solar Systems Fontana, CA - SunEarth Inc. Grass Valley, CA - SMA - America and NorCal Solar
Local Co-Sponsors for Off-Site Workshops

(PV and Utility Interactive PV)
The off-site PV workshops are shortened versions of Guemes Island, WA - Ian Woofenden, Home Power magazine the workshops offered in Colorado. The same Honolulu, HI - Inter-Island Solar Supply topics are covered in both New Jersey - Seabright Solar and REC Solar workshops. However, in New Orleans, LA - Sustainable Home and Garden the two week format, more time is dedicated to Salt Lake City, UT - Green Building Center and Utah Energy Office the hands-on component. San Diego, CA - CalSEIA and San Diego Regional Energy Office For specific details of each class visit our Santa Cruz, CA - Rahus Institute, NorCal Solar and Solar Technologies website at: Tucson, AZ - The Solar Store Inc. and Tucson Electric Power www.solarenergy.org
For specific details on location of each workshop please visit our website: www.solarenergy.org
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1 week vs. 2 week workshop
For PV in the Developing World workshop see page 21
Price:$800 SEI Member: $750
Sessions I February 12 - 17
Tucson, AZ
(M-S)
Stay an extra few days in New Orleans to enjoy Mardi Gras on February 20!
I March 26 - 31
Austin, TX
(M-S)
I October 8 - 13 I Nov 12 - 17
Honolulu, HI
(M-S)
Guemes Island, WA
(M-S) (M-S)
I Feb 12 - 17
(M-S)
I April 9 - 14 I April 16 - 21
New Orleans, LA
Olivebridge, NY
(M-S)
I March 12 - 17
(M-S)
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Salt Lake City, UT
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Utility Interactive Photovoltaics
Due to expanding net metering laws and state incentives, more people are interested in tying into the utility grid with photovoltaic (PV) systems. In this workshop learn how to design and install code compliant PV systems to safely produce electricity to tie into the utilitys grid. Participants learn system sizing, site analysis, hardware Topics include: specification, and component selection specifically Basics of Electricity for grid-tied systems. This workshop provides a System Components strong foundation for people wanting to find Component Specification employment in this market. System Sizing Other Activities Include: Energy Efficient Appliances Tours of PV Systems Solar Site Analysis Industry Guest Speakers Electrical Wiring Laboratory Exercises Safety Procedures Hands-on Training Operation & Maintanance
There has never been a better time to become involved in the solar energy business, and SEI provides the most comprehensive education available.
- Steve B., PV workshop participant, 2006
Price: $775 SEI Member: $725
For Womens workshop see page 22
Sessions I March 12 -16

TBA, NJ
(M-F)
I Oct. 15 - 17
(M-W)
I Sept. 10 - 14
TBA, NJ
(M-F)
Guemes Island, WA Price: $480 SEI Member: $450
I March 19 - 23
San Diego, CA
(T-S)
I Sept. 24 - 28
Fontana, CA
(M-F)
I Oct. 15 - 19
(M-F)
Grass Valley, CA
Solar Water Pumping
This two-day workshop covers pumping technologies, PV modules, system sizing, and component selection. Includes pump descriptions and comparisons with information on trackers, linear current boosters, and other associated equipment. The workshop will include laboratory exercises and a system tour.
Sessions I July 27 - 28
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Advanced Photovoltaics
The Advanced PV workshop is designed to follow the PV Design and Installation workshop with the next level of design criteria, maintenance issues, and troubleshooting skills. This workshop combines class lecture with hands-on labs and individual problem solving. Prerequisites: PV D&I or UIPV if student completes supplemental stand-alone curriculum or permission of the instructor
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Through looking at design criteria and measuring system performance, participants will learn to evaluate systems and compare them to original expectations. This class takes an in-depth look at each component in a code-compliant PV system and is especially useful for people who currently work in, or plan to be employed in, the PV industry. This week-long workshop does not include a major hands-on component.
Topics Include:
Basic PV System Review PV/Generator Hybrid Systems Sizing Examples National Electrical Code Article 690 Building-Integrated PV Trackers In-depth Wire Sizing for NEC Compliance Evaluating PV System Performance (metering, data monitoring and interpretation of data) Grid-Tie PV (with and without battery backup) In-depth look at Component Selection Troubleshooting and Maintenance PV Software Programs Come to Colorado early to enjoy the Carbondale Mountain Fair July 27 - 29!
I May 21 - 25
(M-F)
Sessions I Sept 17 - 21
TBA, NJ
PV Certification:
(M-F)
Carbondale, CO
I July 30 - Aug 3
Carbondale, CO
(M-F)
I Oct. 22 - 26
(M-F)
Grass Valley, CA
SEIs Advanced PV workshop is accredited by the Institute of Sustainable Power (ISP) and will fulfill the education requirement for category B to take the PV NABCEP certification exam. See: www.nabcep.org for more information.
PV Safety
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PV Safety is a one-day workshop designed for PV installers/contractors, PV business owners, and anyone generally interested in finding work in the PV industry. This basic safety workshop will explore many of the hazards and safety concerns associated with installing solar electric systems.
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Sessions I July 21
(Sat)
Incorporating relevant OSHA topics, this workshop will address fall protection, ladders, scaffolding, personal protective equipment, electrical, PV troubleshooting, and more.
I May 19
(Sat)
Paonia, CO
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PV Lab Week
This new workshop proved to be a huge success in 2006 for people needing hands-on experience with current equipment. This workshop is designed to be taken after the PV Online course or after the one-week PV D&I or UIPV workshop.
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Participants will install NEC code compliant PV systems at SEIs PV Lab facility on the Paonia campus. Systems include standalone, grid-tied and grid-tied with battery back-up.
Labs Have Included:

Site analysis System Installation Safe installation practices Building racks Use of electrical tools Placement of Disconnects & Grounding Component wiring
Sessions I April 23 - 27
Paonia, CO
(Mon-Fri)
This has definitely laid the groundwork for my companys success in the solar industry.
- T.T. Miller, PV Lab Week participant, 2006
Successful Solar Business
The PV market is ripe for growth! If you are considering launching a business in solar, do not miss this opportunity to meet and talk to successful solar business leaders in our country. Students will have a chance to learn what works and what doesnt, and will walk away with the tools to start their new business. This workshop has an emphasis on PV installation businesses, but also will look at roles of distributors, solar thermal business, manufacturing, and international opportunities.
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Great opportunity to brainstorm with a wide variety of people from diverse backgrounds and business experiences
- Barb W., Successful Solar
Business participant 2006
Certifications & Licensing Successful Solar Policies Successful Case Studies System Life Cost Analysis
Topics Include:
Typical Business Models Solar Career Choices Advertising & Marketing Start-up Business Plan Models Financing a Business Setting up Accounts Inventory Business Taxes
Price: $640 SEI Member:$600
Sessions I April 30 - May 3

Carbondale, CO
(Mon-Thu)
I Sept 24 - 27
TBA, NJ
(Mon-Thur)
I October 19 - 20
(Fri-Sat)
I July 23 - 26
(Mon-Thur)
Guemes Island, WA Price: $320 SEI Member: $300 970-963-8855
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Solar Industry Seminar
This workshop focuses on providing participants an opportunity to hear and meet PV & Solar Thermal industry professionals. Representatives from manufacturers, distributors, and installers will make presentations. Cosponsor - COSEIA
Presenters from Past Workshops Have Included:

Beacon Power Corp. Blue Sky Energy Conergy Direct Power & Water Electron Connection Fat Spaniel Technologies Fronius John Wiles Kyocera Solar Magnetek Power NABCEP OutBack Power PV Powered Sanyo SMA Surrette Battery Unirac Xantrex
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There will be both formal and informal time allowing participant questions and interaction. Industry representatives will provide technical training on their specific products and services. This workshop includes hardware demonstrations but does not include a major hands-on focus.
"I plan to return in the future to take this class again because of the quality, information, and ideas of speakers. This is a very effective way to stay current with coming changes."
- Solar Industry Seminar participant 2006
Participants are able to earn NABCEP continuing education credits
Price: $450 SEI or COSEIA Member: $400
Sessions I March 8 - 10
Denver, CO
(Thu-Sat)
This workshop is held in conjuction with COSEIAs Annual meeting on March 7
Introduction to Renewable Energy

This workshop will introduce renewable energy technologies and strategies to homeowners, contractors, and renewable energy advocates

Topics Include
Solar, Wind, Hydro Site Analysis Residential RE System Sizing PV, Wind, and Hydro Equipment Controllers, Batteries, Inverters Energy Efficiency Solar Cooking Solar Hot Water Passive Solar Design Tours of Local RE Systems Resources for Further Study
Sessions I March 10
(Sat.)
Significant others receive 50% discount on workshop tuition!
I April 28
(Sat)
I October 6
(Sat.)
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Wind Power Workshops

Residential Wind Power
Participants will learn to design and install residential wind systems, up to 100 kWh per day capacity. The workshop will cover system sizing, site analysis, installation and safety issues, and hardware specification. Learn about the different commercially available residential wind turbines, how they work, and
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the advantages and disadvantages of each. Get hands-on experience with wind generators, and designing a wind/PV hybrid system. The second week of the Colorado workshop, and three days in the Washington workshop, involve helping install a residential wind turbine and tower for a homeowner.
Topics Include:
Installations and Safety Considerations Site Analysis Towers and Tower Economics How Residential Wind Generators Work Generators and Alternators Blade Aerodynamics Utility-Intertie Systems Off-Grid Wind/PV Hybrid Systems Wind System Sizing Legal Issues and Zoning
Topics NOT included:

Do-it-yourself Wind Turbines and Designs Vertical Axis Wind Turbines Roof Mounting and Short Towers
Pre-requisite:
We STRONGLY recommend participants complete the PV Design & Installation workshop BEFORE registering for the Residential Wind Power Workshop
The wind class gave me the information and knowledge I need to feel confident enough to research, design, and install a system. I feel like I can now make a contribution to the world by implementing some renewble energy. I believe I can make a difference.
- 2006 Residential Wind Power workshop participant
Sessions I April 30 - May 5

(M-S)
I August 6 - 17
(M-F)
Guemes Island, WA Price: $800 SEI Member: $750 www.solarenergy.org
Paonia, CO Price: $1600 SEI Member: $1500
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Wind Power Workshops

Homebuilt Wind Generators
This workshop will guide students through the process of building a small wind turbine from scratch. Brief sessions each day on wind generator theory will be followed by shop sessions. The workshop group will construct a working wind generator. Participants will gain hands-on experience carving wooden blades, winding coils, wiring, and fabricating a complete wind turbine. Participants will learn how to adapt the designs for different voltages, and how to scale the design concepts up or down to meet their needs.
Topics Include:
Designing and carving wooden blades Alternator theory and design Winding coils Fitting magnets into homebuilt alternators Governing systems Yaw and tail design & construction Wiring & fabrication Construction details
The instructor was fantastic with a rare mix of both patience and a thorough knowledge of the subject. The week has been packed full of learning. Wellorganized, top rate instruction. Overall, a fantastic experience.
-Chris Chavez, Homebuilt Wind Generators participant, 2005
(M-S)
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Other RE Workshops
Micro Hydro Power
This workshop teaches participants how to design a fully functional residential micro-hydro system. Learn site evaluation, including how to measure head and flow.
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Perform preliminary system sizing for mechanical and electrical power generation of 50 watt to 100 kilowatt capacities. The workshop will include field exercises and tours of operational systems.
Topics Include:
Safety Procedures System Components Turbine Types AC and DC Systems Site Analysis System Design Battery Storage Controls Troubleshooting Maintenance Hybrid Systems Case Studies
Thank you for your knowledge of hydro systems. Because water is very respected in my culture, this was one dream for me because I learned how to use the water, the mother water. Thank you SEI and my instructors for helping me fulfill one of my dreams and my spirit.
- Diego Teran, Ecuador, Micro Hydro participant, 2006
Price: $700 SEI Member:$650
Sessions I July 30 - Aug 3

(Mon-Fri)
Carbondale, CO
Cant find what youre looking for? Check out these other RE education opportunities
The non-profit Solar Living Institute offers a wide variety of workshops on their 12-acre renewable energy and permaculture demonstration site located in Northern California. Classes range from one-day introductory courses to five-day intensives. Dont miss the 12th annual SolFest celebration on August 18 and 19, 2007! The Midwest Renewable Energy Association located in central Wisconsin offers workshops throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest. They range in duration from 1/2 day introductory courses and intensive weekends to 7 day hands-on installation workshops. Dont miss the Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Fair, June 15-17, 2007
www.solarliving.org (707) 744-2017
www.the-mrea.org (715) 592-6595
For more educational opportunities check out the article Get Your RE Start by Laurie Stone published in Home Power magazine 116, December 2006 & January 2007
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Sustainable Building Workshops

Sustainable Home Design
Learn the principles behind designing and building residential structures that achieve optimal yearround comfort, reduce energy consumption, improve indoor air quality, and limit environmental impact. The emphasis is on integrated design using a whole-building approach, applying building science and integrating green design strategies into the built environment. Also covered will be the synergistic relationship between climate-sensitive design and natural building materials.
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Participants will be able to identify a range of solutions to various design needs that will result in a sustainable and comfortable home. This workshop is for owner-builders in the pre-design stage, architects, builders, designers, contractors, and anyone interested in this vast field of study. Daily tours of successful solar homes are included. This workshop is meant to reinforce knowledge gained in the Sustainable Home Design online course with hands-on labs, expert guest instructors, and home tours.
Topics Include:
Building Orientation Solar Site Analysis Lessons Learned Building Science Moisture & Air Leakage Super-Insulation Strategies New Window Technologies Passive Solar Design Energy Efficient Technologies Indoor Air Quality Sustainable Back-up Heating Systems Healthy/Green Building Materials Domestic Solar Hot Water Renewable Energy Options Practical Building Techniques
This class and the organization are terrific! I feel I have learned to direct my efforts toward the goals I have. I plan on taking more classes.
- Sustainable Home Design workshop participant 2006
Sessions I June 4 - 8
(M-F)
After completing the Sustaianble Home Design online course, take this workshop for a $150 discount!
Carbondale, CO www.solarenergy.org
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Designing & Building Natural Homes
This course covers the opportunities and evolving variations within the field of natural building. Architects, builders, owners and students will gain an introduction to the art and science of natural building materials, techniques, and design considerations. Participants will also get their hands on straw bale, adobe, pressed block, cob, and natural plasters. The five-day workshop includes guest instructor presentations, experimentation, open discussion, and extensive hands-on instruction.
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Plasters Building Codes Insurance and Financing Construction Details Healthy Building Materials Practical Building Techniques Code Issues Lessons Learned Tours of Local Homes and Schools
Topics include:
Site Analysis Design Considerations Foundation & Roof Options Straw Bale Construction Earthbag Construction Adobe and Pressed Block Cob Construction Rammed Earth Construction Straw/Clay Construction Soil Testing
I thoroughly enjoyed my experience - the people, the setting, and the instruction.
- Designing & Building Natural Homesworkshop participant
(M-F)
A complementary workshop to take prior to this workshop is Sustainable Home Design, p. 15 or Sustainable Home Design Online, p. 23
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Straw Bale Design & Construction
An in depth look at the design considerations and the variety of styles and techniques of the evolving field of straw bale construction. Participants will gain handson experience with different techniques, discuss and experience different construction and detailing ideas, and try their hand at sample plasters.
Topics include:
State of Straw Bale Construction The Qualities of Straw Design Considerations Construction Techniques Plaster and Finishes Building Codes Insurance and Financing
Paonia, CO
(F-Sun)
I Septemer 28 - 30
Paonia, CO
(F-Sun)
A complementary workshop to take prior to either of these two workshops is Designing and Building Natural Homes, p. 16
Plaster for Natural Homes
Learn about plaster as both a building material and as an art form. The qualities of earth, lime, cement, and gypsum plasters will be explored in relationship to natural wall systems such as straw bale, cob, and adobe. Participants will learn about designing and preparing for plaster. The workshop will offer a chance to learn about plaster ingredients, try your hand at mixes, and gain hands-on experience with applying plaster. The workshop will also cover finish plasters, pigments, relief work, and sealers, and include tours of local natural homes.
Topics Include:
Plaster as an Art and Science Plaster Choices: Earth, Lime, Gypsum, and Cement The Qualities of Plasters Design Considerations Preparing Walls for Plaster Mixing and Applying Plasters Plastering Tools The Art of Finish Plasters
Sessions I July 23 - 25
(Mon-Wed)
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Solar Thermal Workshops

Solar Hot Water
Participants in this workshop will learn the theory, design considerations and installation techniques necessary to install and maintain a solar domestic hot water system. Passive solar water heaters, drainback systems, antifreeze systems, photovoltaic powered systems, pool heating systems and an introduction to space heating systems are all discussed in depth. Also included are safety considerations, code compliance, system sizing, and understanding solar collector performance in a variety of climates and applications.
Another great learning experience and bonding experience. The whole SEI organization absorbs you and energizes. Great instructors, great support staff, great environment!
-Solar Hot Water workshop participant, 2006
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Solar collectors, mounting systems, pumps, blowers, controls, storage tanks, heat exchangers, maintenance and more are subjects covered with each type of system as appropriate. Lessons learned from the history of the solar thermal industry are an integral part of the workshop. Hands-on installation training and/or tours of working solar heating systems are also part of the program.
Topics Include:
Safety Procedures Passive Batch Water Heaters Closed Loop Anti-Freeze Systems PV Powered Pumped Systems Space Heating Radiant Floor Heating Pool Heating Mounting Strategies Maintenance Lessons Learned Tours of Working Systems
Note: Workshops in different locations are different lengths, from 3 - 5 days.
Sessions I Feb. 19 - 21
Fontana, CA
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I April 25 - 27
(W-F)
I October 1 - 3
Fontana, CA
(M-W)
Guemes Island, WA
I May 7 - 11
(M-F)
Carbondale, CO Price: $800 SEI Member: $750 www.solarenergy.org
I August 23 - 25
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I October 22 - 24
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Solar & Radiant Heating
Become a part of the burgeoning radiant heating industry and a rapidly emerging solar marketplace. This 3-day course provides critical information to design practical and efficient solar and radiant heating systems for energy and cost savings with comfort of underfloor heating.
The instructor was great, as were all the SEI staff. Its a pleasure to interact with so many conscientious innovative people.
- Solar & Radiant Heating Workshop participant 2006
Topics Include:
Radiant Heating Basics Radiant Construction Details Solar Fundamentals System Designs Collector Mounting Heat Load Analysis Sizing Collectors Control Strategies Installation Standards Performance & Cost
Receive a Solar & Radiant Heating Design Guidebook and a Solar Heating Calculator
Register 30 days before the start of the workshop and receive a free book "Radiant Basics or Radiant Precision" by John Sigenthaler (a $45 value).
Price: $640 Member Price: $600
(M-W)
I Sept. 6 - 8
TBA, NJ
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I Oct. 4 - 6
(Th-S)
Carbondale, CO
Fontana, CA
Biodiesel
Learn the fundamentals of this alternative fuel source. For industrial producers as well as grassroots brewers, the workshop will examine the emerging world biodiesel markets.
"I've been to several biodiesel seminars, but this was hands down the best! A bold reassessment of my will to live!"
- Biodiesel Workshop participant, 2006
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Pittsboro, NC
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Participants will make biodiesel fuel with locally available materials, visit existing small scale production plants, and learn from top biodiesel industry specialists.
Topics Include
Safe Biodiesel Production Implementing Biodiesel in your own Community and Beyond Working Models of Industrial Biodiesel Production Advances in Biodiesel Technology Legislation and Grassroots Initiatives Discussions with Experts and Practitioners National and International Developments
Sessions
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This workshop is cosponsored by Piedmont Biofuels and the Central Carolina Community College.
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Rural Development Workshops

Renewable Energy for the Developing World
This workshop explores different applications for renewable energy technologies in developing countries. Participants will learn how to successfully accomplish sustainable development projects with renewable energy. Effective technology transfer methods will be presented, as well as setting up infrastructure and the economics and financing of renewable energy projects. Case studies will be presented by guest speakers from around the world on solar cooking, rural household electrification, rural health care, and micro-enterprises using renewable energy.
Topics Include:
Solar Cooking Biomass Rural Electrification Integrating Women PV for Rural Health Care Project Funding Technology Transfer Case Studies
This course inspires, overwhelms, informs, educates, motivates, and leaves you with a sense of hope and encouragement to leave the world better than when we entered it. The speakers are excellent role models in RE and Microenterprises humanitarian issues. Financing Household Solar Energy
- Steve DeMicoli, RE for DW participant, 2006
(M-F)
Carbondale, CO
Appropriate Technology for the Developing World

This workshop provides an overview of technologies which promote small scale sustainable energy and resource management systems in the developing world. With an emphasis on the unique challenges presented by international project work, this workshop is ideal for organizations working in rural areas, people wanting to get involved in sustainable development work, and those who wish to reduce their own ecological impact.
Topics include:
Solar Hot Water Solar Energy for Rural Electrification Micro-Hydro Power Manual Pumps Hydrogen and Other Alternative Fuels
Ecological Water Treatment Systems Rainwater Catchment Financing Issues Tours of Existing Systems
Cosponsored by the International Renewable Resources Institute www.irrimexico.org
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The price for this workshop includes food and lodging.
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Rural Development Workshops

Renewable Energy for the Developing World Hands-On
Learn about renewable energy technologies for the Developing World in the Developing World! This workshop will include classroom sessions, labs, and hands-on field work.
Topics include:
The Design & installation of a solar-electric system Building solar ovens with a women's cooperative Building a methane biodigestor Micro-Hydro site survey Social & cultural issues of working in the developing world
Held at Rancho Mastatal, an environmental learning center and retreat located in the last virgin rainforest of Costa Rica's Puriscal County. Participants will stay at the center which utilizes natural building techniques, including bamboo and cob, and which supports the use of renewable energy systems. Take advantage of this great opportunity to enjoy one of Costa Rica's most undiscovered regions while learning about renewable energy. The course is taught in both English and Spanish.
"This was one of the most creative and interesting learning environments I have ever been in and I strongly recommend it to anyone willing to broaden their horizon."
-Kyle Childress, HBWG, Costa Rica participant, 2005
I Jan 22 - 28
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Food, lodging & transportation not included.
Rancho Mastatal Costa Rica
Solar Electricity for the Developing World

Learn to design and install photovoltaic systems for the developing world. Workshop participants learn system sizing, site analysis, hardware specification, and component selection. The workshop covers typical applications and case study examples. Install and upgrade real-world systems with current renewable energy equipment.
Drika is a private reservation of approximately 18,500 acres located in the heights of Cordillera de Talamanca, in the center south region of the country, 17 kilometers northeast from Buenos Aires city. The price for this workshop includes lodging, meals, and in-country transportation from San Jose, Costa Rica on Feb. 2 and to Buenos Aires, Costa Rica on Feb. 11
Price: $1,130 SEI Member: $1,080
Sessions I Feb 2 - 10
(Fri-Sat)
Fundacion Durika, Costa Rica
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Womens Program
Why Women Only?
Our womens workshops are intended to provide women with a supportive learning atmosphere. Many women have little or no hands-on electrical experience, and may be wary of attending a coed course with men who have grown up using power tools. Even women with hands-on experience already working in technical fields find it helpful and rewarding networking with other women interested in and/or working in renewable energy.
Womens PV Design & Installation

This PV Design and Installation workshop is geared specifically towards women and taught by women. Participants learn how to use PV (photovoltaic) technology to produce their own electricity from the sun through practical design and installation of PV systems. Participants learn system sizing, site analysis, hardware specification and component selection. The workshop covers typical applications and case study examples. Install an operational system in the field and learn the proper use of tools and safety precautions. This workshop is for women wanting to use PV and for those seeking employment in the growing solar industry.
PV Certification:
The Womens PV Design & Installation workshop is accredited by the Institute of Sustainable Power and helps fulfill one of the requirements for national photovoltaic certification. By receiving a 'Certificate of Completion' in this workshop you qualify to take the NABCEP PV entry level "Certificate of Knowledge" exam. See www.nabcep.org for more information.
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Is this workshop easier than the coed workshop?

No. It covers all the same material as the coed workshop. Participants have included licensed electricians, engineers, teachers, students and homemakers.
Topics Include:

I June 18 - 29
Paonia, CO
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Tours of PV Residences Basics of Electricity Industry Representatives Solar Site Analysis Laboratory Exercises PV System Components Hands-on Training Energy Efficient Appliances PV System Sizing Stand-Alone Systems Utility-Interactive Systems Components Specification Electrical Wiring Safety Procedures Tours of PV Residences Lab Exercises *The Cleveland workshop is a Utility-Interactive PV Womens workshop held in conjunction with the Solar2007 conference. For info Sessions on price, location, and to register July 12 - 15 (Th-Sun) contact the American Solar Energy Cleveland, OH* Society at www.ases.org
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Online Workshops
SEIs Online Courses cover the same topics as the hands-on courses, minus the handson. However, you can do the coursework on your own time, at your own pace, and from any computer with an internet connection.
The Consortium for Education in Renewable Energy Technologies (CERET) offers certificates in Renewable Energy. Certificates are granted through Madison Area Technical College (MATC). SEI's online courses qualify for college credits through MATC and towards a Renewable Energy Certificate. Go to www.ceret.us for more information
Sustainable Home Design Online

This Internet course covers the principles behind designing and building residential structures that achieve optimal year-round comfort, reduce energy consumption, improve indoor air quality, and limit environmental impact. The emphasis is on integrated design using a whole-building approach, applying building science and integrating green design strategies into the built environment. Also covered will be the synergistic relationship between climate-sensitive design and natural building materials. Participants will be able to identify a range of solutions to various design needs that will result in a sustainable and comfortable home.
This workshop is for owner-builders in the predesign stage, architects, builders, designers, contractors, and for anyone interested in this vast field of study. Case studies of successful solar homes are included. In addition to online curriculum, participants will receive a CD-ROM or video, industry related hand-outs, and numerous Internet resource links.
Students residing outside the United States must pay an extra fee for shipping of course materials. Contact SEI for details.
I was very pleased with the entire course-- it was a professional presentation, personable and informative support, great course materials, and almost unlimited websites supplied to support the information and follow up on the topics.
- Sustainable Home Design workshop particpant 2006
Topics Include:
Building Orientation Solar Site Analysis Lessons Learned Building Science Moisture & Air Leakage Super-Insulation Strategies New Window Technologies Passive Solar Designs Indoor Air Quality Energy Efficient Technologies Back-up Heating Systems Healthy/Green Building Materials Domestic Solar Hot Water Renewable Energy Options Practical Building Techniques
Sessions I January 8 - February 16 I August 6 - September 14

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PV Design Online
Learn how to design a complete solar-electric (photovoltaic) system without leaving your home. A six-week, Internet-based, online course of instruction with text, CD-ROM reference materials, and Internet resource links.
Earn college credit through Madison Area Technical College! See previous page for details.
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This course is for people who are interested in learning how to produce their own electricity from the sun. The course will be useful to people seeking employment in the solar energy industry as well as people seeking to apply solar electricity for their own use. Participants will learn the practical and economical design of photovoltaic systems that are independent of the utility grid and those that are grid-tied.
Topics Include:
PV Applications Basics of Electricity PV System Components Efficient Appliances Solar Site Analysis Safety Issues Stand-Alone System Sizing Grid-Tie System Sizing Component Specification System Costs / Economics
This course completely exceeded my expectations!! I cannot believe how much info I've gleaned from this course. I will gladly take another. I'm looking all over my house for ways to save energy.
- Cathy Paraggio, PV Online participant, 2006
After completing this course, take the PV Design & Installation hands-on workshop for a discount! $150 off 1-week workshop $300 off 2-week workshop
Sessions I Jan 8 - Feb 16 I March 12 - Apr 20 I May 29 - July 6 I Sept 4 - Oct 12
I Oct 22 - Nov 30
Advanced PV Online
This course is designed to follow the PV Design and Installation workshop or the PV Design Online course with the next level of design criteria and maintenance issues. This course takes an in-depth look at each component in a code compliant PV system and is especially useful for people who currently work in, or plan to be employed in, the PV industry. Prerequisites: PV D&I or UIPV if student completes supplemental stand-alone curriculum or PV Online or Permission of the instructor
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Basic PV System Review PV/Generator Hybrid Systems Grid-Tie PV (with and without Battery Backup) Sizing Examples In-depth look at Component Selection Mounting & Trackers National Electrical Code Evaluating PV System Performance In-depth Wire Sizing for NEC Compliance Safety, Maintenance, & Troubleshooting
I Feb 26 - April 6 I July 9 - August 17

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SEI Alumni
Throughout the years, SEI alumni have entered the renewable energy industry and accomplished some amazing work. Here are just a few of our thousands of alumni and what theyre doing today.
CAREY HAYES - COLORADO BRANCH MANAGER AT REC SOLAR

REC Solar is the largest installer of residential solar electric systems in the US and the third largest in the world. Cary now has the large responsibility of generating solar awareness and sales of residential and small commercial solar-electric systems throughout Colorado.
TONY CERVONE - PRESIDENT OF GREEN ENERGIES LLC

Tony started Green Energies, LLC in Tanzania, which has just successfully set up its first micro factory of the Taa Taa Boras being built Bora (Better Light in Swahili) Solar light kits. The Taa Boras provide local entrepreneurs an opportunity to manufacture replacements for kerosene lamps and flashlights with locally available materials, LEDs, solar panels, and rechargeable batteries.
AISHA FIELDS - PROGRAM COORDINATOR FOR THE WEST AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
The goal of the West African Development Program (WADP) is to help build the infrastructure of West Africa through renewable energy electrirfication, increased access to improved water sources and community education initiatives.
ANNA BAUTISTA - DESIGN AND INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN AT HELIOPOWER

Anna designs, installs, and manages renewable energy projects for HelioPower which serves customers throughout California.
LEE FELICIANO - SALES MANAGER FOR ALLWEST ENERGY, INC. AND VALLEY OF THE SUN SOLAR
Lee is Sales Manager for AllWest Energy, Inc. an Arizona PV Systems Integrator. He and his wife also manage the valleyofthesunsolar.com website which promotes solar energy awareness using art as a vehicle (they donate 10% of sales to SEI's Solar in the Schools Program!).
CHARLIE OLNESS - REAL GOODS TECH SUPPORT AND SALES

Charlie has been working the tech desk for Gaiam / Real Goods in Colorado. He has worked with customers from around the country, and says It is exciting knowing first hand that renewable energy and energy efficiency are becoming mainstream in every state. He will be leaving Real Goods shortly to join Simple Solar, a PV installation business in Colorado run by another SEI alum, Joe Callahan.
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SEIs Charitable Programs

Solar in the Schools
SEI created Solar In the Schools (SIS) in April 2002 to develop a comprehensive curriculum for grades K-12 that meets Colorados established standards for science. Since its inception, over 2,000 students and teachers from the local and regional school districts have participated in the program. The primary strategy of SIS is to present a model renewable energy education curriculum tailored for youth including class discussions, interactive and hands-on activities on renewable energy, and scientific experimentation that fosters critical thinking. SEI believes it is crucial to both promote sustainability and provide a curriculum that will become a permanent part of the basic science curriculum long after SEI has left the classroom. We also just love to inspire kids to participate in finding solutions to our current energy needs renewable energy education does just that!
INVEST
SEI offers alumni an opportunity to participate in INVEST, International Volunteers in Environmentally Sustainable Technologies. SEI alumni can apply to volunteer overseas with one of our partner organizations to help bring renewable energy technologies to communities in the developing world. Volunteers install PV systems on rural health centers, teach rural farmers about solar water pumping, install micro-hydro and wind systems to power rural communities, or help build sustainable houses. All this while meeting new people and learning new cultures. In 2006 INVEST volunteers went to Thailand and Nicaragua.
Scholarships
Traveling to the United States has become increasingly hard for our international students, due to visa requirements and the cost of airfare. We try to offset these costs to eligible developing country residents by offering tuition scholarships. SEI also offers partial tuition scholarships to low-income participants.
As a teacher and mom of three, it would have been financially impossible for me to take advantage of SEIs courses had I not been granted a scholarship. I am truly thankful to all SEI members who make these scholarships possible!!
- Aisha Fields, West African Development Project
Native American Program

SEI works with Native Americans to help them satisfy their energy and housing needs with renewable energy and natural building. SEI works with Native American NGOs and non-profit organizations and has trained people from the Western Shoshone, Lakota Sioux, Yurok, Zuni, Hopi, and Chippewa Nations.
Migwetch (thank you) SEI for all your work in making the Western Shoshone solar project a reality. We look forward to working together in the future.
- Winona LaDuke, Honor the Earth
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SEI Eco-Campus
SEIs Eco-Campus
The time has come to expand as an organization to meet the exploding demand of those seeking training in a rapidly growing renewable energy industry.
We are moving to an intensive lab-based workshop format and will be teaching over 70 hands-on and online workshops in 2007. SEI is primed to educate nearly 1,800 people worldwide this year. To meet this demand, we at SEI have increased our staff, are developing new and improved curriculum, and have procured a 7-acre parcel of land in Paonia, Colorado. SEIs main office is located in Carbondale, Colorado. However, we have had a small presence in Paonia for just over three years. In 2005 we purchased a beautiful 7-acre parcel of land in Paonia. This purchase will be the catalyst for a multi-stage project to create the renewable energy Eco-Campus we have envisioned for over a decade. While the final product may be some years away, we have currently relocated our Paonia office to this property and have already hosted many of SEIs hands-on workshops in Paonia. From Photovoltaics to Wind Power to Natural Building workshops we are ready to take Hands-on to a whole new level.
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In our new PV Lab Yard, our students do not just install the array or wire the battery bank, but work on all aspects of our lab systems. Small student groups rotate from component to component within the balance of system and tear-down, dissect, and re-install lab-based systems. From detailed solar site analysis to conduit sizing, our students do it all. Currently, three diverse PV systems challenge and occupy students with the latest cutting edge equipment. In further stages of this initiative we will be adding additional systems. In Phase II, we will be adding 5 more PV systems (another grid-tied system, a water pumping system, a developing world system, a security/parking lighting system, and a portable power system) as well as a micro-hydro system and wind power system. Phase III of this initiative will encompass larger scale PV and Wind systems to provide energy for new buildings. The combination of these specific lab systems will provide a balanced and intensive experience that will prepare our students for real world, code compliant design and installation of renewable energy systems.
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SEI Instructors
LAURA BARTELS has over 12 years experience in straw bale construction. She built the Colorado Roaring Fork
Valleys first straw bale home in 1995. She is a straw bale and natural building consultant and educator, She also has extensive plastering experience through her business GreenWeaver Inc.
ILAN ADLER is the director and founder of IRRI-Mexico. He also teaches environmental studies and natural resource management at Alliant International University. Ilan has worked for the UNEP as a consultant in wastewater management for Latin America and the Caribean.
TODD BARTHOLF
is director of renewable energy at CH2M HILL, a global project delivery firm providing engineering and construction management services. He has been active in the renewable energy industry for over 20 years, beginning with the founding of a project development firm in Colorado in 1980. Todd has also worked with Winrock Internationals renewable energy group, USAID, and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory.
CARL BICKFORD is an Associate Professor of Engineering and Renewable Energy at San Juan College in Farmington, NM. He has a Master's Degree in solar thermal engineering from Colorado State University and has been involved in the industry for over ten years. Carl founded the Renewable Energy Program at San Juan College in 1999. PETER BIONDO is the US Technical Sales Coordinator for Oventrop Corp. He produces and conducts technical
training programs for solar hot water and space heating systems. His workshops on Solar & Radiant Floor Heating are featured in national solar conferences and held throughout the country.
KYLE BOLGER holds a Limited Renewable Energy Technician License 18 (LRT18) in the state of Oregon and is
also a nationally certified solar photovoltaic installer by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners.
RACHEL BURTON is a biofuels instructor at the Central Carolina Community College in Pittsboro, NC. She is also
the co-Founder of Piedmont Biofuels, and has travelled the long road from homebrewer, to biodiesel cooperative, to distributer, and now to commercial producer.
RACHEL CONNOR is an online curriculum developer and instructor at Solar Energy International (SEI). Rachel
earned a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies at Utah State University before coming to SEI. She is currently one of the Green Building Editors for Home Power magazine and The Last Straw.
ED EATON has been active in the solar energy field since 1981 when he founded the Tucson Solar Potluck & Exhibition and co-founded the solar energy advocacy group Citizens for Solar. Eds work has led to several installations of photovoltaics in schools, camps, state parks, and environmental learning centers.
SOOZIE LINDBLOOM is SEIs biodiesel program coordinator and Solar in the Schools Coordinator. She has over 10 years of experience teaching in the environmental sciences. CHUCK MARKEN is a New Mexico licensed plumber, electrician and heating and air conditioning contractor. He
has been installing and servicing solar thermal systems since 1979. Hundreds of hands-on jobs include batch solar water heaters, thermosyphon systems, closed loop antifreeze systems, drainback systems, solar heating systems integrated into radiant floors, solar air collectors and solar pool heating systems.
KHANTI MUNRO earned his self-designed degree in Renewable Energy Applications from Green Mountain College
in Vermont. He currently does system design and installation, PV and wind instruction, curriculum development, work-trade (intern) coordination, graphic support, and more out of SEIs Paonia office.
JAY PELTZ was the head technician, designer and installer at two large well known solar-electric companies for 5
years, where he designed and troubleshot thousands of residential and commercial systems (both on and off grid). In 2000 he started his own business, installing solar-electric, hydro and wind systems, specializing in off-grid systems. Although primarily installing in Northern California he also installs systems internationally.
HUGH PIGGOTT of Scoraig Wind Electric is an international authority on home-built wind generators, and has been
working with small wind turbines since 1977. He has written some popular books, and helped to establish small wind turbine manufacture in Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, and Nicaragua.
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WALT RATTERMAN has more than 30 years experience in the electrical construction industry. He now spends nearly all of his time working in remote locations throughout the world. Some of the countries he is working in include Thailand, Burma, Ecuador, Nicaragua, India, Pakistan, and Rwanda. His work in these countries includes a full complement of training and implementation project work. E.H. ROY started learning about PV in the early 1990s and left a career as a petroleum geologist in 1995 to join
the PV industry. He is a SEI alum and has designed and installed PV systems for commercial, industrial and residential applications in both grid-tied and very remote locations. He is a certified NABCEP PV installer and currently works for Nexgen Energy Systems.
MICK SAGRILLO was a founding member and is a current board member of the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) and RENEW Wisconsin. He was the founder of Lake Michigan Wind & Sun which he owned for 17 years. He is the Wind Energy Specialist for Wisconsin's Focus On Energy (renewable energy buy down) Program, and does consulting on home-sized wind systems nationally and internationally.
JUSTINE SANCHEZ has been with SEI since 1998. Before coming to SEI, Justine obtained her Bachelors degree in Physics, and worked with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory and EV Solar Products. Currently Justine is ISPQ Certified as an Affiliated Master Trainer in Photovoltaics and teaches the PV Design Online and hands-on courses, along with developing and updating curriculum for both the PV Design and Advanced PV Online courses.
LAURIE STONE is an instructor, writer and international program manager at SEI. She has a Master's Degree in Energy Engineering from the University of Colorado. She has done extensive work in Latin America with numerous development organizations. Laurie is fluent in Spanish and over the past ten years has conducted projects in Nicaragua, El Salvador, Mexico and Ecuador implementing photovoltaics, solar cooking and water distillation.
KRIS SUTTON has many years of experience working with grid tied, battery UPS systems, and off grid renewable energy systems. He works with architects, engineers, general contractors, building departments, and homeowners through all phases of the PV design and installation process. Kris also instructs technical trainings on photovoltaic systems, commercial and residential electrical systems, renewable energy overview, and OSHA safety.
JEFF TOBE is the PV project coordinator and an instructor at SEI. He has designed and led system installations in a variety of renewable energy technologies including grid-tie, grid-tie with battery backup, stand-alone, water pumping and micro-hydro. Jeff has also worked to bring renewable energy to Native American communities.
ALFRED VON BACHMAYR has had an architectural practice for 30 years specializing in ecological design, is the director and founder of the World Hands Project, a non-profit organization producing low cost housing in the developing world, and teaches at SEI and Ecoversity, an ecological university in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
CAROL WEIS is the PV Program Coordinator at SEI. She writes and updates the PV and Advanced PV curriculum and instructs in both the hands-on and online workshops. Carol is a NABCEP Certified PV Installer and is ISPQ Certified as an Affiliated Master Trainer in Photovoltaics by IREC. She is a licensed electrician in the state of Colorado, and before coming to SEI, she worked as an electrician and solar installer.
JOHNNY WEISS is Cofounder and Executive Director of SEI. He is a solar educator, consultant, certified Industrial Trainer and solar building professional. He has over twenty years experience teaching the practical applications of renewable energy technologies. As an Associate Professor for ten years at the Colorado Mountain College, he helped develop and teach a hands-on vocational training program in renewable energy and energy efficiency.
ERIC WESTERHOFF graduated from Rochester Institute as an electrical engineer in 1986. He has taught mathematics and physics at the college level and is a professional electrical engineer registered in the state of Colorado. Eric is also the owner of Innovative Energy, a PV installation company, which has been in business since 1993. IAN WOOFENDEN is SEI's Northwest and Costa Rica coordinator. He has been organizing and co-teaching workshops
on Guemes Island, Washington for a decade, and in Costa Rica for four years. As Senior Editor for Home Power magazine, he deals with authors and RE industry people all over the world. Ian has lived off-grid with solar- and windelectric systems for 25+ years with his large family.
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Books
The Art of Natural Building
by Catharine Wanek, Kennedy & Smith, New Society Publishers, 2002 - $27
A complete and user-friendly introduction to natural building. Profusely illustrated, the book covers design and planning issues, natural building materials and techniques, economics, social justice and sustainability. Inspirational case studies from around the world are highlighted.
Earth Bag Building

by Kaki Hunter and Donald Kiffmeyer, New Society Publishers, 2004 $30
The first comprehensive guide to all the tools, tricks and techniques for building with bags filled with earth or earthbags. This enduring tree-free architecture can also be used to create arched and domed structures of great beauty at home in any region, and in developing countries, or in emergency relief work.
Energy Efficient Building

by Fine Home Building magazine, Taunton Press, 1999 - $15
A collection of 29 articles from Fine Home Building magazine that teach you how to make your home more energy efficient with information on materials and techniques that can make a difference in how much energy is required to make your home comfortable.
Biodiesel America
by Josh Tickell, Yorkshire Press, 2006 - $30
Biodiesel America shows that an abundance of available, economically viable, and profitable energy solutions exist. At the forefront of these new energy technololgies is biodiesel, a fuel that could bring over one million jobs back to rural America, invigorate our economy, and create a stable domestic fuels supply.
The Hand-Sculpted House

by Ianto Evans, Michael G. Smith, Linda Smiley, Real Goods Solar Living Book, 2002 - $35
This practical and inspiring hands-on guide teaches anyone from a rank beginner to a conventional architect how to design and build a cozy and beautiful cob home. Excellent color photographs and detailed line drawings.
Building Without Borders

by Joseph Kennedy, New Society Publishers, 2004 - $26
Solving the global housing crisis has become one of the most urgent imperatives of our time, but doing so without creating problems of ecological degradation and lack of empowerment is a major challenge. Building Without Borders describes the pioneering efforts of those who have taken up this challenge. It surveys projects that are housing the homeless without destroying natural habitats by drawing upon local traditions. The book travels globally and includes contributions from over 30 experienced practitioners.
Heavens Flame - A Guide to Solar Cookers

by Joseph Radabaugh, Home Power Publishing, 1998 - $15
This fully updated and revised edition includes guidelines, SunStar cooker plans, a history and who's who of solar cooking, tips and tricks for cooking with the sun, plus over 200 photos and illustrations.
Chasing the Sun

by Neville Williams, New Society Publishers, 2005 $19
An inspiring story of delivering solar electricity to 50,000 families in eleven countries. Neville Williams shows how intelligent, local solutions can be found to meet energy needs of communities across Asia and Africa.
The Home Energy Diet: How to Save Money by Making Your House Energy-Smart
by Paul Scheckel, New Society Publishers, 2005 - $19
A book that helps readers take control of their personal energy use and costs so they can save money, live more comfortably, and help the environment.
Code Check: Electrical

by Redwood Kardon, Douglas Hansen, and Michael Casey Taunton Press, 2002 - $18
Hundreds of code facts for electrical wiring at your fingertips. This book will help to speed up work, reduce code violation callbacks, and avoid accidental violations of unfamiliar electrical codes.
The Homeowners Guide to Renewable Energy

by Dan Chiras, New Society Publishers, 2006 - $28
This book helps readers understand the sometimes confusing array of renewable energy technologies and techniques. It begins with a discussion of the many ways we can slash energy bills while improving comfort in our homes, and then systematically examines practical energy options available to homeowners including: solar hot water, solar space heat, wood heat, passive cooling, solar electricity, wind-generated electricity, electricity from microhydro power sources and emerging technologies such as hydrogen, fuel cells, methane digesters and biodiesel.
Cooking with the Sun

by Beth & Dan Halacy, Morning Sun Press, 1992 - $10
How to harness the sun's energy to cook food. This book describes the history of solar cookers, and presents detailed plans, illustrated with line drawings and photos, for building solar ovens. There is a chapter on solar cooking tips and necessary cookware, and over 90 delicious solar recipes.
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The Humanure Handbook #2
by J.C. Jenkins, Chelsea Green, 1999 - $25
A one of a kind book that tells you how to safely compost human manure. It includes information on greywater systems, instructions on building your own composting toilet, and resource lists.
Rural Energy Services

by Teresa Anderson, Alison Doig, Dai Rees, and Smail Khennas, ITDG Publishing, 1999 - $30
A book addressing the policy, market, and sustainability aspects of defining and selecting technologies that will meet the energy demands of rural villages in a sustainable and reliable way.
Microhydro: Clean Power from Water

by Scott Davis, New Society Publishers, 2004 - $23
Highly illustrated and practical, this book is the first complete book on this clean source of electricity in a decade. For both AC and DC systems, it covers principles, design and site considerations, equipment options, and legal, environmental, and economic factors.
The Solar Food Dryer

by Eben Fodor, New Society Publishers, 2005 - $15
The Solar Food Dryer describes how to use solar energy to preserve your summer's harvest. Includes: Complete step-bystep plans for building a high performance, low cost solar food dryer from readily available materials, solar energy design concepts, food drying tips, recipies, and more!
More Straw Bale Building

by Chris Magwood, Peter Mack, and Tina Therrien, New Society Publishers, 2005 - $33
A book tackling all the practical issues: finding and choosing bales; sound building plans; roofing, electrical, plumbing, and heating systems; building code compliance; and special concerns for northern climates. One of the most comeprehensive and practical books on the subject to date.
Solar Hot Water Systems: Lessons Learned

by Tom Lane, Energy Conservation Services of North Florida, Inc., 2002 - $60
This book will help people who want to use currently available solar water heating products with success, and help them avoid the mistakes of the past. Aimed at the contractor who wants to know what works successfully, and the homeowner who wants basic facts for comparison shopping.
The Natural Plaster Book

by Cedar Rose Guelberth and Dan Chiras, New Society Publishers, 2003 - $30
The Natural Plaster Book provides detailed information on three natural plasters - earthen, lime, and gypsum - and natural finishes. This well illustrated book features numerous drawings and photos, teaches principles of plastering and plaster techniques, and describes the tools necessary for a successful plaster job in any climate.
The Solar House

by Daniel D. Chiras, Chelsea Green, 2002 - $30
This book provides home builders with all the necessary tools for successful solar design. Dan Chiras explains the principles of natural conditioning - heating and cooling with passive solar techniques.
When the Light Goes On: Understanding Energy

by Cari Spring with Lisa Stage, Emerald Resource Solutions, 2001 $20
This comprehensible book explains energy, conservation and alternative energy sources in an easy to understand format. The goal of this book is to help you reduce your energy use by 15% now, and by 50% over the next months and years.
Photovoltaics: Design & Installation Manual

by SEI, New Society Publishers, 2004 - $60
A textbook manual on how to design, install and maintain a photovoltaic (PV) system. This manual offers an overview of solar electricity, and a detailed description of PV system components. It includes chapters on sizing PV systems, analyzing sites and installing PV systems. The manual also includes detailed appendices on system maintenance, troubleshooting, and insolation data for over 300 sites around the world. Used as the textbook in SEI's PV Design & Installation Workshops.
Wind Power: Renewable Energy for Home, Farm, and Business

by Paul Gipe, Chelsea Green Publishing Co., 2004 - $50
A must for everybody who's involved or wants to be involved in the wind energy sector. Includes: expanded sections on gauging wind resources and siting wind turbines, new examples and case studies of successful wind systems, and international sources for new and used equipment.
The Renewable Energy Handbook for Homeowners

by William H. Kemp, Hushion House Publishing, 2003 - $30
The complete step-by-step guide to making and selling your own power from the sun, wind, and water. Available with an individual membership to SEI!
Wiring a House
by Rex Cauldwell, Taunton Press, 2002 - $25
A reference book on home wiring for homeowners, electricians, and apprentices. Updated and revised to include material on home generators, lightning protection, and electrical code changes.
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Resources for Teachers & Students

Energy for Keeps: Electricity from Renewable Energy
by Marilyn Nemzer, Deborah Page & Anna Carter, Energy Education Group - $20
An introduction to renewable energy for everyone who uses electricity from students to energy policy makers. Technologies covered include Biomass, Geothermal, Hydropower, Ocean, Solar and Wind Power. A CD is included with student activities and other supplementary information.
Teaching Green - The Elementary Years

by Tim Grant and Gail Littlejohn, New Society Publishers - $23
Teaching Green - The Elementary Years emphasizes the need to teach young people the skills, knowledge and values of active environmental citizenship and includes 50 kid-tested teaching strategies that promote interdiciplinary hands-on learning about natural systems and foster critical thinking about global issues, both local and global. Designed for grades K-5.
Teaching Green - The Middle Years

by Tim Grant and Gail Littlejohn, New Society Publishers - $23
Teaching Green - The Middle Years emphasizes the need to teach young people the skills, knowledge and values of active environmental citizenship and includes 50 kid-tested teaching strategies that promote interdiciplinary hands-on learning about natural systems and foster critical thinking about global issues, both local and global. Designed for grades 6-8.
Greening School Grounds

Edited by Tim Grant and Gail Littlejohn, New Society Publishers - $17
There is enormous potential to transform the barren expanses of asphault of most school grounds into exciting natural spaces for playing and learning. Schoolyard "greening" is an excellent way to promote hands-on, interdisiplinary learning about the environment through projects that benefit schools and increase green space and biodiversity in communities.
Teaching About Climate Change - Cool Schools Tackle Global Warming

Edited by Tim Grant and Gail Littlejohn, New Society Publishers - $13
Teaching About Climate Change offers a framework for teaching fundamental environmental concepts and a variety of activities that can be undertaken in school, at home, or in the community. Topics include: experiments that demonstrate the greenhouse effect, investigations of greenhouse gas sources and solutions, and hands-on explorations of energy and transportation alternatives.
Your Solar Home Guidebook - The Art and Science of Heating, Cooling, and Powering Your Home with the Sun
by the Rahus Institute, A Rahus Institute - Solar Schoolhouse Publication, 2006 - $18
A comprehensive curriculum for youth including everything from passive solar design to solar electricity and system sizing. This book is full of hands-on projects for teachers to implement in the 4th through 9th grades.
Videos & More

Renewable Energy With The Experts Videos
by Scott Andrews, 1996 $40 each, $170 set of 5
Five videos on residential electricity. The experts give and demonstrate practical answers to the questions most asked by home owners as they consider the purchase and installation of their own renewable energy system. Solar Water Pumping with Windy Dankoff Storage Batteries with Richard Perez Solar Electricity with Johnny Weiss Micro-Hydro Power with Don Harris Wind Power with Mick Sagrillo
SEI T-shirt
by SEI - $20
100% organic cotton/hemp t-shirt with SEIs logo on front and multi-colored sun on back.
Available in S, M, L, XL Colors: Cranberry, Black, Sand, Olive, Midnight Blue
Kill-A-Watt meter
by P3 International - $40
An electricity usage monitor. This meter allows you to measure how much electricity your appliances consume and how efficient they really are. You can figure out your electrical expenses by the day, week, month, or year. The knowledge you gain can save you thousands of dollars! Used in PV Design Online course.
More books for sale on our website!

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I would like to order the following books:
The Art of Natural Building Biodiesel America Building Without Borders Chasing the Sun Code Check Electrical Cooking with the Sun Earthbag Building Energy Efficient Building The Hand-Sculpted House Heavens Flame The Home Energy Diet The Homeowners Guide to RE Humanure Handbook Microhydro: Clean Power from Water More Straw Bale Building Natural Plaster Book Photovoltaics: Design & Install Manual The Renewable Energy Handbook Rural Energy Services Solar Food Dryer Solar Hot Water Systems The Solar House When the Light Goes On Wind Power Wiring a House $27 $30 $26 $19 $18 $10 $30 $15 $35 $15 $19 $28 $25 $23 $33 $30 $60 $30 $30 $15 $60 $30 $20 $50 $25
Resources for teachers and students:

Energy for Keeps Greening School Grounds Teaching Climate Change $20 $17 $13
Teaching Green - Elementary $23 Teaching Green - Middle $23
Your Solar Home Guidebook $18
Renewable Energy with the Experts Videos:
$40 each
Residential Solar Electricity Residential Wind Power Residential Micro-Hydro Power Solar Water Pumping Storage Batteries RE Video set (all 5 videos) $170
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Home Power magazine Home Power magazine is a leading resource for renewable energy information. Written and produced by people living with renewable energy. or E magazine E Magazine educates, inspires and empowers Americans to make a difference for the environment.
The Renewable Energy Handbook for Homeowners

by William H. Kemp. Hushion House Publishing, 2003 The complete step-by-step guide to making and selling your own power from the sun, wind, and water.
SEI Newsletter
Published quarterly, this newsletter keeps you up to date on SEIs projects around the world, upcoming workshops, and what SEI alumni are doing with their knowledge of renewable energy.
SEI Organic Cotton/Hemp T-shirt

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SEI Bumper Sticker Helping SEI to spread the use of solar, wind & water power.
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Colorado Workshops California Workshops
Solar Industry Seminar . . . . . . . . .March 8 - 10 Solar Hot Water . . . . . Feb. 19 - 21 Straw Bale Construction . . . . . . . .April 13 - 15 PV Design & Install. . . March 12 - 17 PV Lab Week . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .April 23 - 27 Utility Interactive PV . . March 19 - 23 Successful Solar Business . . . . . .Apr 30 - May 3 Utility Interactive PV . . Sept. 24 - 28 PV Design & Installation . . . . . . . .May 7 - 18 Solar Hot Water . . . . . Oct. 1 - 3 Solar Hot Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .May 7 - 11 Solar & Radiant Heat . Oct. 4 - 6 Solar & Radiant Heating . . . . . . . .May 14 - 16 Utility Interactive PV . . Oct. 15 - 19 PV Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .May 19 Advanced PV . . . . . . . Oct. 22 - 26 Advanced Photovoltaics . . . . . . . .May 21 - 25 New Jersey Workshops Sustainable Home Design . . . . . . .June 4 - 8 Intro to Renewables . .Mar. 10 Design & Bldg Natural Homes . . .June 11 - 15 Utility Interactive PV . .Mar. 12 - 16 RE for the Developing World . . . . .June 18 - 22 Solar & Radiant Heat .Sept. 6 - 8 Womens PV Design & Install . . . .June 18 - 29 Utility Interactive PV . .Sept. 10 - 14 PV Design & Installation . . . . . . . .July 9 - 20 Advanced PV . . . . . . .Sep. 17 - 21 PV Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .July 21 Successful Solar Biz . .Sep. 24 - 27 Successful Solar Business . . . . . .July 23 - 26 Guemes Island, WA Workshops Plaster for Natural Homes . . . . . . .July 23 - 25 Solar Hot Water . . . . .Apr. 25 - 27 Solar Water Pumping . . . . . . . . . .July 27 - 28 Intro to Renewables . .Apr. 28 Advanced Photovoltaics . . . . . . . .July 30 - Aug 3 Residential Wind . . . .Apr 30 - May 5 Micro-Hydro Power . . . . . . . . . . . .July 30 - Aug 3 Homebuilt Wind . . . . .May 7 - 12 Residential Wind Power . . . . . . . .Aug 6 - 17 Intro to Renewables . .Oct. 6 Straw Bale Construction . . . . . . . .Sept. 28 - 30 PV Design & Install . . .Oct. 8 - 13 Other Workshops Biodiesel, NC.........................Oct. 1 - 5 Solar Hot Water, NM .............Aug. 23 - 25 Utility Interactive PV . .Oct. 15 - 17 Successful Solar Biz .Oct. 19 - 20 Solar Hot Water . . . . .Oct. 22 - 24
Online Workshops
PV Design Online
Jan 8 - Feb 16 Mar 12 - Apr 20 May 29 - Jul 6 Sep 4 - Oct 12 Oct 22 - Nov 30
Other PV Design & Installation

Tucson, AZ ............................Feb. 12 - 17 New Orleans, LA ...................Feb. 12 - 17 Austin, TX ..............................March 26 - 31 Olivebridge, NY .....................April 9 - 14 Sep 10 - Oct 19 Oct 29 - Dec 7 Salt Lake City, UT..................April 16 - 21 Honolulu, HI...........................Nov. 12 - 17
Advanced PV Online
Feb 26 - Apr 6 Jul 9 - Aug 17 Jan 8 - Feb 16 Aug 6 - Sep 14
International Workshops
RE for the DW, Costa Rica . . . .Jan. 22 - 28 PV for the DW, Costa Rica . . . .Feb. 2 - 10 App. Tech for the DW, Mexico . .Apr 23 - 28
Sustainable Home Design Online

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Package Deals:
Sustainable Building Package . . . . . . $1,950 $250 savings!
Sustainable Home Design, Designing & Building Natural Homes, Solar Hot Water
To reserve a seat, send us your tuition. Please check the website or contact us beforehand to make sure there is still space available. Please note, If you cancel prior to 30
days before the workshop start date, 50% of your total tuition is non-refundable. A written cancelation is required. If you cancel within 30 days of the beginning of the workshop, your entire tuition is nonrefundable.
PV Business Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,890 $300 savings!

PV Design & Installation*, Advanced PV, Successful Solar Business, PV Safety
Sustainable Development Package . . $4,100 $500 savings!

RE for the Developing World, PV Design & Installation*, Wind Power, Micro-Hydro Power
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* PV Design & Installation workshop can be either Womens or coed 2-week workshop for all above packages.
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SOLAR ENERGY INTERNATIONAL

Renewable Energy Education Program

ver o ing of t a n! r rs o b i t a le Ce 5 ye duca 1 ne s-o d n ha

SOLAR ENERGY INTERNATIONAL

PHILOSOPHY Renewable energy resources of sun, wind,

Pliny Fisk III

EXPERIENCE SEI professionals have project and training

Center for Maximum Potential Building Systems

Richard & Karen Perez

Sam Vanderhoof Neville Williams

2007 Renewable Energy Education Program

The Need for RE Education

Lodging & Logistics

SEI Workshop Calendar

Solar Electric Workshops

For Womens PV workshops see page 22

Price:$1,600 SEI Member: $1,500

Register early! These workshops fill up quickly.

Solar Electric Workshops

Local Co-Sponsors for Off-Site Workshops

For PV in the Developing World workshop see page 21

Price:$800 SEI Member: $750

Santa Cruz, CA www.solarenergy.org

Salt Lake City, UT

Solar Electric Workshops

Price: $775 SEI Member: $725

For Womens workshop see page 22

Sessions I March 12 -16

Guemes Island, WA Price: $480 SEI Member: $450

Solar Water Pumping

Price: $300 SEI Member: $275

Solar Electric Workshops

Price: $800 SEI Member: $750

Price: $150 SEI Member: $135

Solar Electric Workshops

Labs Have Included:

Price: $800 SEI Member: $750

Successful Solar Business

Price: $640 SEI Member:$600

Sessions I April 30 - May 3

Guemes Island, WA Price: $320 SEI Member: $300 970-963-8855

Solar Electric Workshops

Presenters from Past Workshops Have Included:

Price: $450 SEI or COSEIA Member: $400

This workshop is held in conjuction with COSEIAs Annual meeting on March 7

Introduction to Renewable Energy

Price: $125 SEI Member: $100

Significant others receive 50% discount on workshop tuition!

New Jersey www.solarenergy.org

Guemes Island, WA 970-963-8855

Wind Power Workshops

Topics NOT included:

Sessions I April 30 - May 5

Guemes Island, WA Price: $800 SEI Member: $750 www.solarenergy.org

Paonia, CO Price: $1600 SEI Member: $1500

Wind Power Workshops

Price: $800 SEI Member: $750

Guemes Island, WA www.solarenergy.org

Price: $700 SEI Member:$650

Sessions I July 30 - Aug 3

www.solarliving.org (707) 744-2017

www.the-mrea.org (715) 592-6595

Sustainable Building Workshops