"The Solar PV Boot Camp was a great networking opportunity that enabled me to interact with individuals involved in different segments of the industry."
Brian Powers
Boston, MA
Brian Powers
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Training and Certification

Solar Executive MBA
Rigorous, Hands-on Business Training. Learn all of the skills to finance the commercial projects in your pipeline. Includes legal documents, calculators, and individual feedback. Due to heavy instructor interaction, this course has limited seating.
Condensing Boilers in Hydronic Systems
This very comprehensive course will help Hydronic system designers upgrade their system designs and control strategies to be able to take full advantage of the energy savings and comfort benefits these boilers have to offer.
Mastering Hydronic System Design
Master Advanced Hydronic Design with John Siegenthaler. John works with you for 10 weeks - Learn to design state-of-the-art systems that deliver comfort, efficiency, and reliability. Approved by AIA for 26 AIA LU/HSW and BNPs 'Hydronic Master Certificate'
Reducing the Cost and Improving the Reliability of Solar Thermal Monitoring
In this training you will learn the importance of solar thermal monitoring, how to install and commission the Ohm monitoring system from Sunnovations, how to use the Ohm for services and sales.
Geothermal Designer Boot Camp + LoopLink Certification
Learn by doing. This course was designed for experienced geothermal professionals interested in becoming skilled designers. Includes a 1-year unlimited subscription to LoopLink design software and all assignments are completed on this web-based platform
Manual J Boot Camp Training + Elite Certification
Manual J calculations and accurate heating and cooling loads have always been important, but now building codes and rebate programs are requiring it. There's no need to pay someone else to do this for you - this course teaches you how.
Free Course: Commercial Solar PPAs 101
This is a free and basic course for anyone that needs to learn the basics about commercial solar PPAs. You'll learn and be quizzed on the basic concepts and terminology to make sure you've learned the material.
Solar Loans vs PPAs: How to Use Simple Solar Loans to Sell More Residential Solar
This training is a Admirals Bank sponsored product training that will teach solar contractors how to use residential debt products to sell solar.
NABCEP PV Installer Certification Exam Prep
Taking the NABCEP PV Installer Exam? It's hard - let's make sure you pass the first time. Code, batteries, safety...This course reviews it all, includes hundreds of practice problems and a world-class instructor.
Batteries in Solar PV Systems
ISPQ Certified Master Trainer Christopher LaForge's deep dive on battery-based Solar PV systems. A one-of-a-kind opportunity to learn about battery systems from a true master.
IGSHPA Certified GeoExchange Designer (CGD Plus) Training
Certified GeoExchange Designers (CGD) are the ninjas of the Geothermal Heat Pump Industry. Certification is offered through IGSHPA and the AEE with world-class instruction from Dr. Charles Remund and Ryan Carda.
58 Hours NABCEP Solar PV Training - Entry Level Exam Prep + 40 Hours Advanced
All the training required to sit for the NABCEP Solar PV Installer Exam. This training includes BOTH the NABCEP Entry Level Exam Prep AND 40 Hours of Advanced NABCEP Training.
IGSHPA Geothermal Installer Certification Training
Get Certified as an IGSHPA Accredited Geothermal Installer. This is the foundational course for all geothermal installers and designers. Includes full set of manuals, IGSHPA & NATE certification, website listing.
Ground Energy Support: Installing, Commissioning Real Time Geothermal Monitoring
Real time geothermal monitoring has finally become economical for installers. Real time monitoring significantly reduces risk for property owners and can verify system performance. Take this course to learn how to install and commission the GES system.
Intro Course: How to Make Money in Renewable Energy
Complete This Course = Win a Prize!! Learn where and how your company can make money selling, designing, and installing renewable enegy products. This is a free, self-paced mini-course with a 1 on 1 call with the instructor at the end of the course.
eTraining: Fundamentals of Geothermal Systems
The fundamentals of geothermal systems in 5 hours. Dr. Gary Phetteplace is a professional engineer with an ability to communicate complex principles in a way that is easy to understand.
Zero Net Energy Homes
This is a foundational NESEA experience – a chance to work with Marc Rosenbaum. He’ll teach you to do your own energy modeling and design a full Zero Net Energy Home. Successful students earn their ‘ZNEH Certificate’ plus AIA, BPI, GBCI and CSL Credits.
Hands-On Solar PV Installer Training
This 1 day hands-on training is made for professionals that need to learn exactly how to install solar PV arrays on flat and pitched roofs. In this 1 day hands on solar training, you'll learn how to rack, attach and ground modules on pitched and flat roof
Short Course: A Complete Guide to Geothermal Tax Incentives
Learn how to apply for tax credits for your geothermal projects completed back to 2006. This course is geared toward commercial and institutional applications.
Free Course: Basic Solar PV Design, Code, Economics, Sales, and Site Visits
This is course is for anyone interested in solar PV that needs a quick, but useful, review of the basics. You'll learn the basic skills of: electricity and solar basics, sizing conductors, sizing the array and estimating power production, and how to commu
Free Course: Finance 101 for Renewable Energy Professionals
Learn how to understand and communicate the financial benefits of geothermal, solar PV, and solar thermal projects to property owners in order to sell more projects. This is a free, self-paced mini-course.
Free Course: How to Use Solar Leases to Grow your Solar Business
A 5 Part Series for Solar Installers by HeatSpring and BrightGrid Renewable Energy Finance. This is a free, self-paced mini-course intended for business owners in the solar industry.
Free Course: Understanding Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs)
If you're working in solar on the east coast, you need to understand SRECs to make your projects work. This is a free, self-paced mini-course taught by Sam Rust of SRECtrade.
GeoCon: Hosted by Ball State University
One-day event hosted by Ball State University. Includes meals and a full tour of the largest geothermal heat pump system in North America. 3,600 bore holes serve 47 buildings via a district geothermal system - Don't miss this!
Advanced Heat Pump Control Training for Radiant Heating and Cooling
In this training you will learn what you need to confidently design an efficient radiant heating and cooling heat pump system using the newest tekmar® heat pump control pairing: the tN2 House Control 406 and the tekmarNet® Thermostat 557.
Solar Hot Water Design & Installation Training + NABCEP Entry Level Exam
Earn NABCEP's Entry Level Solar Thermal credential and learn how to design and install solar hot water systems from one of the world's leading teachers - ISPQ Certified Master Trainer, Bob Ramlow. 90% who take this course pass the exam.
Solar Startup Accelerator
Do more faster by joining forces with the #1 business training organization in renewable energy. You'll walk away with a 20 page business plan for your company or division.
Integrated Design Course: The Interaction and Connection between Buildings, HVAC System, and Indoor Environmental Quality
Spend ten weeks learning with Robert Bean and learn to see the world in a new way. This is an advanced course for professionals covering building science, indoor environmental quality, systems controls, radiant heating & cooling, and much more.
Residential Solar Sales Optimization
This short free class is for new solar businesses or existing solar marketing managers and sales people that need to optimize their sales funnels. We'll focus on lead generation, lead generation to sale optimization, and post sale optimization.
40-Hour Advanced Solar PV Installer Training
For experienced solar professionals looking to take the NABCEP Installer Exam, and advance within the industry. Includes 40 NABCEP-approved hours of advanced PV training.
Entry Level Geothermal Professional Certificate Training
The best way to get into the Geothermal Heat Pump industry. Six weeks of videos, discussion, reading, webinars, homework assignments, and tests led by a 25-year industry veteran. Intended for professionals entering the geothermal industry.
Fundamentals of Radiant Design
6-Weeks with RPA Legend Dave Yates. This is a foundational course for anyone in the radiant or hydronics industry. It provides the proper foundation for a long and productive career in the industry.
Commercial Roofing Boot Camp
10-week master class with renowned industry executive and researcher, Dr. James Hoff. Learn the key principles of modern roofing as well as the best tools to put these principles into action - includes real-world capstone project.
Commercial Building Enclosures That Work
10 Week Master Class on Commercial Building Enclosures with NESEA legend Terry Brennan. Learn to diagnose and fix problems with commercial buildings using data.
Hydronic-Based Biomass Heating Systems
This comprehensive ten-week course is designed for professionals looking to take their skills to the next level. Developed in partnership with the Biomass Thermal Energy Council (BTEC), this is a unique opportunity to earn CEUs and learn from the best.
Solar PV Installer Boot Camp Training + NABCEP Entry Level Exam Prep
Start Here. This is comprehensive solar training for contractors, electricians, and professionals who want to design and install solar PV. This course is ISPQ Accredited by IREC. Includes 'PV Systems' textbook and practice tests for the NABCEP EL Exam.

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