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SOLAR ENERGY INTERNATIONAL

Renewable Energy Education Program

Celebrating over

15 years of

hands-on education!

20072007

www.solarenergy.org 970-963-8855

StaffRachel Connor Sandy PickardKim Derhammer Justine SanchezKathy Fontaine Laurie StoneMatthew Harris Jeff TobeSoozie Lindbloom Laura WaltersKevin Lundy Carol WeisKhanti Munro Johnny Weiss

Board of DirectorsJeff DickinsonEnergy & Sustainable DesignJock JacoberJacober Brothers ConstructionLinda LungNational Renewable Energy LabDon PhillipsonPhillipson Sustainable Energy OptionsRandy UdallCommunity Office of ResourceEfficiencyJohnny WeissSEI Executive Director

Advisory Board Donald Aitken Union of Concerned Scientists J. Douglas Balcomb National Renewable Energy Lab Pliny Fisk III Center for Maximum PotentialBuilding Systems Joe Jordan NASA Barbara Kerr Center for Sustainable Living Thomas A. Lawand Brace Research InstitutePhillip Livingston Renewable Energy ConsultantAmory 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 WillsIntergrid

Solar Energy International is aneducational non-profit Colorado

corporation. SEI is recognized bythe IRS as a tax-exempt charitableorganization under section 501(c)3

of the Internal Revenue Code.


Renewable Energy Education for a Sustainable Future

MISSION Solar Energy International (SEI) is a non-

profit 501(c)3 organization whose mission is to help others to use renewable energy and environmental building technologies through education and technical assistance.

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.

APPROACH SEI works cooperatively with individuals and

organizations to meet energy and resource efficiency goals.

SERVICES 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.

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 equal opportunityinstitution and employer.

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SEI has a year packed with workshops! We are offering workshops in twenty locations, includingMexico, Costa Rica, and Hawaii! We’re also offering PV and Sustainable Home Design onlinecourses 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

Women’s PV Design & Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

"SEI offers the mostcomprehensive,

intensive, and practicaltraining available in the

country."- Richard Perez,

Publisher,

Home Power magazine

Workshop Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4SEI Alumni . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25SEI Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26SEI Eco-Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27SEI Instructors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29SEI Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31Membership Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36Workshop Registration Form . . . . . . . .38

Table of Contents

Workshops with thissymbol are held outside ofthe United States.

Workshops with this symbolare taught over the internet.

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Locations

Arizona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7California . . . . . . . . 7, 8, 18, 19 Colorado . . . 6, 8-12, 14-20, 22Costa Rica . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Hawaii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Louisiana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Mexico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20New Jersey . . . . . . . . .8-11, 19New Mexico . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18New York . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7North Carolina . . . . . . . . . . . .19Ohio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Utah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Washington . . . . 7, 8, 10-13, 18Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23, 24

What’s Inside . . .

Workshops

Become an SEI member atthe $50 level or above and

receive discounted memberpricing on workshops!


2007 Renewable Energy Education ProgramSEI’s Renewable Energy Education Program teaches the practical use of solar,

wind, and water power. Our workshops give individuals the knowledge and skillsto design, install, and maintain renewable energy systems, and to build state-of-

the-art solar homes that are efficient, practical, and earth-friendly.

The Need for RE EducationA sustainable future requires investment ofknowledge and skills in the people who will shapethat future. The renewable energies of sun, wind,and water are clean and abundant, yetunderutilized resources. Renewable energytechnologies are mature, and more people need tobe skilled in their use.

SEI provides information, education, and trainingto people who want to shape a sustainable future.Decision-makers need information to makeappropriate choices with confidence. Techniciansneed skills and experience to service thetechnologies. End-users must learn how tooperate and maintain self-reliant renewable energysystems.

Educational PhilosophySEI believes that people learn by doing.Instructors are leaders in their fields, bringing themost up-to-date information in renewable energytechnologies. Classroom and laboratory work isenhanced by case studies, tours, and practicalhands-on field work.

Workshop AtmosphereClass size is limited to an appropriate student-teacher ratio. We work hard and ask that you dothe same. SEI stresses safety and consideration.People from different cultures attend ourworkshops, and we expect that all participantstreat people of different backgrounds and abilitieswith respect. Our workshops are in English perose habla español.

Workshop MaterialsThe tuition fee for the workshop includes allcourse materials. You will receive a workshopnotebook, and in some cases an additionaltextbook, upon your arrival.

EnrollmentWorkshops are open to all on a first-come basis.Workshop size is limited. To reserve a space, sendyour entire tuition. Please check the website orcall before you register to make sure there isspace available. Workshops are subject tocancellation due to low enrollment.

Cancellation PolicyIf you cancel prior to 30 days before the workshopstart date, 50% of your total tuition is non-refundable. A written cancellation is required. Ifyou cancel within 30 days of the beginning ofthe workshop, your entire tuition is non-refundable.

Lodging & LogisticsSEI has campuses in both Carbondale andPaonia, Colorado. Carbondale is a small town inthe heart of theRockies, thirty mileswest of Aspen. Denveris a three hour driveeast through themountains. Paonia is acommunity one hoursouthwest ofCarbondale.Workshops are held atboth facilities.

Many of our workshops are held in other parts ofthe country and world. Local logistics and lodgingfor each workshop venue is available on ourWebsite and via e-mail.

Financial AssistanceSEI has a limited number of partial tuitionscholarships available for international and low-income participants. We also offer a work/tradeprogram for people taking 8 weeks or more ofworkshops. Review our website and then contactus for an application.

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SEI Workshop Calendar

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PV OnlineJan 8 - Feb 16

Mar 12 - Apr 20

May 29 - July 6

Sep 4 - Oct 12

Oct 22 - Nov 30

Adv. PV OnlineFeb 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

Workshop KeyCalifornia

Carbondale, CO

Guemes Is., WA

International

New Jersey

Paonia, CO

Other


Solar Electric Workshops

This has been our most popular workshop for thoseseeking employment in the growing solar industry.Participants will gain technical skills and a strongfoundation of how to design and safely install solar-electric systems. Participants learn system sizing, siteanalysis, hardware specification, and componentselection of both stand-alone and grid-tied systems. Thisworkshop starts out with the very basics of photovoltaics(PV), and incrementally accelerates students to safelyinstall a code compliant solar-electric system.

Each workshop will offer a hands-on component.

SEI’s PV Design & Installation Manual is included inthe price of the tuition.

Other Activities• Tours of PV Systems

• Industry Representatives

• Laboratory Exercises

• Hands-on Training

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“As an IT professional, Ihave been subjected tomany technical trainingclasses. None of them

have ever prepared me aswell as this class, to be

able to go out andimplement what I have

learned.”

- PV Design & Installationparticipant, 2006

PV Design & Installation - 2 weeks

For Women’s PVworkshops see page 22

I May 7 - 18 (M-F)

Paonia, CO

I July 9 - 20 (M-F)

Paonia, CO

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

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

Sessions

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PV Certification:The PV Design & Installation workshop is accredited by the Institute of Sustainable Power and helps fulfill oneof the requirements for national photovoltaic certification. By receiving a 'Certificate of Completion' in eitherour two-week or one-week Photovoltaic Design & Installation workshops, you qualify to take the NABCEP PVentry level "Certificate of Knowledge" exam. See www.nabcep.org for more information.

Register early! These workshops fill up quickly.



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PV Design & Installation - 1 weekLocal Co-Sponsors for Off-Site Workshops

(PV and Utility Interactive PV)Austin, TX - Meridian Solar Systems

Fontana, CA - SunEarth Inc.

Grass Valley, CA - SMA - America and NorCal Solar

Guemes Island, WA - Ian Woofenden, Home Power magazineHonolulu, HI - Inter-Island Solar Supply

New Jersey - Seabright Solar and REC Solar

New Orleans, LA - Sustainable Home and Garden

Salt Lake City, UT - Green Building Center and Utah Energy Office

San Diego, CA - CalSEIA and San Diego Regional Energy Office

Santa Cruz, CA - Rahus Institute, NorCal Solar and Solar Technologies

Tucson, AZ - The Solar Store Inc. and Tucson Electric Power

For specific details on location of each workshop please visit our website: www.solarenergy.org

I February 12 - 17 (M-S)

Tucson, AZ

I Feb 12 - 17 (M-S)

New Orleans, LA

I March 12 - 17 (M-S)

Santa Cruz, CA

I March 26 - 31 (M-S)

Austin, TX

I April 9 - 14 (M-S)

Olivebridge, NY

I April 16 - 21 (M-S)

Salt Lake City, UT

I October 8 - 13 (M-S)

Guemes Island, WA

I Nov 12 - 17 (M-S)

Honolulu, HI

Price:$800 SEI Member: $750

Sessions

For PV intheDevelopingWorldworkshopsee page21

1 week vs. 2week workshop

The off-site PV workshopsare shortened versions ofthe workshops offered in

Colorado. The sametopics are covered in bothworkshops. However, in

the two week format,more time is dedicated tothe hands-on component.

For specific details ofeach class visit our

website at:www.solarenergy.org

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Stay an extra few days in NewOrleans to enjoy Mardi Gras on

February 20!



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Due to expanding net metering laws and stateincentives, more people are interested in tying intothe utility grid with photovoltaic (PV) systems.

Topics include:• Basics of Electricity

• System Components

• Component Specification

• System Sizing

• Energy Efficient Appliances



• Safety Procedures

• Operation & Maintanance

Utility Interactive Photovoltaics

“There has never been a better time to becomeinvolved in the solar energy business, and SEI

provides the most comprehensive education available”.- Steve B., PV workshop participant, 2006

Other Activities Include:• Tours of PV Systems• Industry Guest Speakers• Laboratory Exercises• Hands-on Training

Price: $775SEI Member: $725

Sessions

I March 12 -16 (M-F)

TBA, NJ

I March 19 - 23 (T-S)

San Diego, CA

I Sept. 10 - 14 (M-F)

TBA, NJ

I Sept. 24 - 28 (M-F)

Fontana, CA

I Oct. 15 - 19 (M-F)

Grass Valley, CA

This two-day workshop covers pumping technologies, PVmodules, system sizing, and component selection.Includes pump descriptions and comparisons withinformation on trackers, linear current boosters, and otherassociated equipment. The workshop will includelaboratory exercises and a system tour.

Solar Water Pumping


Sessions

I July 27 - 28 (F-S)

Paonia, CO

In this workshop learn how to design and installcode compliant PV systems to safely produceelectricity to tie into the utility’s grid. Participantslearn system sizing, site analysis, hardwarespecification, and component selection specificallyfor grid-tied systems. This workshop provides astrong foundation for people wanting to findemployment in this market.

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I Oct. 15 - 17 (M-W)

Guemes Island, WAPrice: $480SEI Member: $450

For Women’s workshop see page 22



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The Advanced PV workshop is designed to followthe PV Design and Installation workshop with thenext level of design criteria, maintenance issues,and troubleshooting skills. This workshopcombines class lecture with hands-on labs andindividual problem solving.

Through looking at design criteria and measuringsystem performance, participants will learn toevaluate systems and compare them to originalexpectations. This class takes an in-depth look ateach component in a code-compliant PV systemand is especially useful for people who currentlywork in, or plan to be employed in, the PV industry.

This week-long workshop does not include a majorhands-on component.

• Basic PV System Review

• PV/Generator Hybrid Systems

• Sizing Examples

• National Electrical Code

• Article 690

• Building-Integrated PV

• Trackers


Sessions

Advanced Photovoltaics

Topics Include:

I May 21 - 25 (M-F)

Carbondale, CO

I July 30 - Aug 3 (M-F)

Carbondale, CO

I Sept 17 - 21 (M-F)

TBA, NJ

I Oct. 22 - 26 (M-F)

Grass Valley, CA

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PV Safety


Sessions

I May 19 (Sat)

Paonia, CO

I July 21 (Sat)

Paonia, CO

• 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

PV Certification:SEI’s Advanced PV workshop isaccredited by the Institute ofSustainable Power (ISP) and will fulfillthe education requirement for categoryB to take the PV NABCEP certificationexam. See: www.nabcep.org for moreinformation.

PV Safety is a one-day workshop designed for PVinstallers/contractors, PV business owners, andanyone generally interested in finding work in thePV industry. This basic safety workshop willexplore many of the hazards and safety concernsassociated with installing solar electric systems.

Incorporating relevant OSHA topics, this workshopwill address fall protection, ladders, scaffolding,personal protective equipment, electrical, PVtroubleshooting, and more.

New!New!

Prerequisites: PV D&I or UIPV if studentcompletes supplemental stand-alone curriculumor permission of the instructor

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Come to Colorado early toenjoy the Carbondale

Mountain Fair July 27 - 29!



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This new workshop proved to be a huge successin 2006 for people needing hands-on experiencewith current equipment. This workshop isdesigned to be taken after the PV Online course orafter the one-week PV D&I or UIPV workshop.

Participants will install NEC code compliant PVsystems at SEI’s PV Lab facility on the Paoniacampus. Systems include stand-alone, grid-tied andgrid-tied withbattery back-up.

PV Lab Week

Labs Have Included:


Sessions

I April 23 - 27 (Mon-Fri)

Paonia, CO

“This has definitely laid thegroundwork for my company’ssuccess in the solar industry.”

- T.T. Miller, PV Lab Weekparticipant, 2006

• Site analysis

• Safe installation practices

• Use of electrical tools

• Component wiring

• System Installation

• Building racks

• Placement ofDisconnects & Grounding

The PV market is ripe for growth! If you are considering launchinga business in solar, do not miss this opportunity to meet and talkto successful solar business leaders in our country. Students willhave a chance to learn what works and what doesn’t, and willwalk away with the tools to start their new business. Thisworkshop has an emphasis on PV installation businesses, butalso will look at roles of distributors, solar thermal business,manufacturing, and international opportunities.

Successful Solar Business

I April 30 - May 3 (Mon-Thu)

Carbondale, CO

I July 23 - 26 (Mon-Thur)

Carbondale, CO

I Sept 24 - 27 (Mon-Thur)

TBA, NJ

I October 19 - 20 (Fri-Sat)


Price: $640

SEI Member:$600

Sessions

“Great opportunity tobrainstorm with a widevariety of people from

diverse backgrounds andbusiness experiences”

- Barb W., Successful Solar

Business participant 2006

• Typical Business Models

• Solar Career Choices

• Advertising & Marketing

• Start-up Business Plan Models

• Financing a Business

• Setting up Accounts

• Inventory

• Business Taxes

• Certifications & Licensing

• Successful Solar Policies

• Successful Case Studies

• System Life Cost Analysis

Topics Include:

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This workshop focuses on providing participantsan opportunity to hear and meet PV & SolarThermal industry professionals. Representativesfrom manufacturers, distributors, and installerswill make presentations.

There will be both formal and informal timeallowing participant questions and interaction.Industry representatives will provide technicaltraining on their specific products and services.This workshop includes hardware demonstrationsbut does not include a major hands-on focus.

• 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

Solar Industry Seminar

Presenters from Past Workshops Have Included:

Price: $450SEI or COSEIA Member: $400

Sessions

I March 8 - 10 (Thu-Sat)

Denver, CO

"I plan to return in the futureto take this class againbecause of the quality,

information, and ideas ofspeakers. This is a very

effective way to stay currentwith coming changes."

- Solar Industry Seminarparticipant 2006

Cosponsor - COSEIA

This workshop will introducerenewable energy technologiesand strategies to homeowners,contractors, and renewableenergy advocates

Introduction to Renewable EnergyTopics Include


Sessions

I March 10 (Sat.)

New Jersey

I April 28 (Sat)

Guemes Island, WA

I October 6 (Sat.)

Guemes Island, WA

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• 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

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Significant others receive50% discount onworkshop tuition!

This workshop is held inconjuction with COSEIA’sAnnual meeting on March 7

Participants are able toearn NABCEP continuing

education credits


Wind Power Workshops

Participants will learn to design and installresidential wind systems, up to 100 kWh perday capacity. The workshop will cover systemsizing, site analysis, installation and safetyissues, and hardware specification. Learnabout the different commercially availableresidential wind turbines, how they work, and

the advantages and disadvantages of each.Get hands-on experience with wind generators,and designing a wind/PV hybrid system. Thesecond week of the Colorado workshop, andthree days in the Washington workshop, involvehelping install a residential wind turbine andtower 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

I April 30 - May 5 (M-S)


I August 6 - 17 (M-F)

Paonia, COPrice: $1600SEI Member: $1500

“The wind class gave me the informationand knowledge I need to feel confidentenough to research, design, and install a

system. I feel like I can now make acontribution to the world by implementingsome renewble energy. I believe I can

make a difference.”- 2006 Residential Wind Power

workshop participant

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Residential Wind Power

Sessions

Pre-requisite:We STRONGLY recommendparticipants complete the PVDesign & Installation workshopBEFORE registering for theResidential Wind PowerWorkshop

Topics NOT included:• Do-it-yourself Wind Turbines and Designs • Vertical Axis Wind Turbines• Roof Mounting and Short Towers

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Sessions

“The instructor was fantastic with a raremix of both patience and a thorough

knowledge of the subject. The week hasbeen packed full of learning. Well-

organized, top rate instruction. Overall, afantastic experience.”

-Chris Chavez, Homebuilt WindGenerators participant,

2005


Wind Power Workshops

This workshop will guide students through theprocess of building a small wind turbine fromscratch. Brief sessions each day on windgenerator theory will be followed by shopsessions. The workshop group will construct aworking wind generator.

Participants will gain hands-on experiencecarving wooden blades, winding coils, wiring, andfabricating a complete wind turbine. Participantswill learn how to adapt the designs for differentvoltages, and how to scale the design conceptsup 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

I May 7 - 12 (M-S)

Guemes Island, WA

Homebuilt Wind Generators

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Price: $700SEI Member:$650

Sessions


Other RE Workshops

This workshop teaches participants how to designa fully functional residential micro-hydro system.Learn site evaluation, including how to measurehead and flow.

Perform preliminary system sizing for mechanicaland electrical power generation of 50 watt to 100kilowatt capacities. The workshop will includefield exercises and tours of operational systems.


• System Components

• Turbine Types

• AC and DC Systems

• Site Analysis

• System Design

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Micro Hydro Power

I July 30 - Aug 3 (Mon-Fri)

Carbondale, CO

“Thank you for your knowledge of hydrosystems. Because water is very respected in my

culture, this was one dream for me because Ilearned how to use the water, the mother water.

Thank you SEI and my instructors for helping mefulfill one of my dreams and my spirit”.

- Diego Teran, Ecuador, Micro Hydro participant, 2006

• Battery Storage

• Controls

• Troubleshooting

• Maintenance

• Hybrid Systems

• Case Studies

The non-profit Solar LivingInstitute offers a widevariety of workshops ontheir 12-acre renewableenergy and permaculture

demonstration site locatedin Northern California.

Classes range from one-day introductorycourses to five-day intensives.

Don’t miss the 12th annual SolFest celebrationon August 18 and 19, 2007!

www.solarliving.org

(707) 744-2017

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Check out these other RE education opportunities

The MidwestRenewable EnergyAssociation locatedin central Wisconsinoffers workshops

throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest. Theyrange in duration from 1/2 day introductorycourses and intensive weekends to 7 dayhands-on installation workshops.

Don’t miss the Renewable Energy andSustainable Living Fair, June 15-17, 2007

www.the-mrea.org

(715) 592-6595

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For more educational opportunities check out the article “Get Your RE Start” by Laurie Stonepublished in Home Power magazine 116, December 2006 & January 2007


Sessions

I June 4 - 8 (M-F)

Carbondale, CO


Sustainable Building Workshops

Learn the principles behind designing and buildingresidential structures that achieve optimal year-round comfort, reduce energy consumption,improve indoor air quality, and limit environmentalimpact. The emphasis is on integrated designusing a whole-building approach, applyingbuilding science and integrating green designstrategies into the built environment. Also coveredwill be the synergistic relationship betweenclimate-sensitive design and natural buildingmaterials.

Participants will be able to identify a range ofsolutions to various design needs that will result ina sustainable and comfortable home. Thisworkshop is for owner-builders in the pre-designstage, architects, builders, designers, contractors,and anyone interested in this vast field of study.Daily tours of successful solar homes areincluded.

This workshop is meant to reinforce knowledgegained in the Sustainable Home Design onlinecourse with hands-on labs, expert guestinstructors, and home tours.

• Building Orientation


• 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

Topics Include:

“ This class and the organization are terrific! Ifeel I have learned to direct my efforts toward the

goals I have. I plan on taking more classes.”- Sustainable Home Design workshop participant 2006

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Sustainable Home Design I

After completing the Sustaianble HomeDesign online course, take this workshop

for a $150 discount!



This course covers the opportunities and evolving variations within the field ofnatural 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, andnatural plasters. The five-day workshop includes guestinstructor presentations, experimentation, opendiscussion, and extensive hands-on instruction.

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• 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

• Plasters

• Building Codes

• Insurance and Financing

• Construction Details

• Healthy Building Materials


• Code Issues

• Lessons Learned

• Tours of Local Homes and Schools

“I thoroughly enjoyed my experience - the people, the setting, and the instruction.”

- Designing & Building Natural Homesworkshop participant

Designing & Building Natural Homes

I June 11 - 15 (M-F)

Paonia, CO


Sessions

Topics include:

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A complementary workshop to take priorto this workshop is

Sustainable Home Design, p. 15 orSustainable Home Design Online, p. 23


An in depth look at the design considerations andthe variety of styles and techniques of theevolving field of straw bale construction.

Participants will gain hands-on experience withdifferent techniques,discuss andexperiencedifferentconstructionand detailingideas, and trytheir hand atsampleplasters.

• State of Straw Bale

Construction

• The Qualities of Straw


• Construction Techniques

• Plaster and Finishes

• Building Codes

• Insurance and Financing


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 strawbale, cob, and adobe. Participants will learn about designing and preparing for plaster. The workshopwill offer a chance to learn about plaster ingredients, try your hand at mixes, and gain hands-onexperience 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


• Preparing Walls for Plaster

• Mixing and Applying Plasters

• Plastering Tools

• The Art of Finish

Plasters

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Straw Bale Design & Construction

Plaster for Natural Homes

Topics include:

I April 13 - 15 (F-Sun)

Paonia, CO

I Septemer 28 - 30 (F-Sun)

Paonia, CO


Sessions

I July 23 - 25 (Mon-Wed)

Paonia, CO


Sessions

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two workshops is Designing and Building

Natural Homes, p. 16


Solar Thermal Workshops

Participants in this workshop will learn the theory,design considerations and installation techniquesnecessary to install and maintain a solar domestichot water system. Passive solar water heaters,drainback systems, antifreeze systems,photovoltaic powered systems, pool heatingsystems and an introduction to space heatingsystems are all discussed in depth. Also includedare safety considerations, code compliance,system sizing, and understanding solar collectorperformance in a variety of climates andapplications.

Solar collectors, mounting systems, pumps,blowers, controls, storage tanks, heatexchangers, maintenance and more are subjectscovered with each type of system as appropriate.Lessons learned from the history of the solarthermal industry are an integral part of theworkshop. Hands-on installation training and/ortours of working solar heating systems are alsopart of the program.


• 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

“Another great learning experience and bondingexperience. 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 Hot Water

I Feb. 19 - 21 (M-W)

Fontana, CA

I May 7 - 11 (M-F)

Carbondale, COPrice: $800SEI Member: $750

I April 25 - 27 (W-F)

Guemes Island, WA

I August 23 - 25 (Th-S)

Albuquerque, NM

I October 1 - 3 (M-W)

Fontana, CA

I October 22 - 24 (M-W)

Guemes Island, WA


Sessions

Note: Workshops in differentlocations are different lengths,from 3 - 5 days.

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Solar Thermal / Biodiesel Workshops

Learn the fundamentals of this alternative fuelsource. For industrial producers as well asgrassroots brewers, the workshop will examinethe emerging world biodiesel markets.

Participants will make biodiesel fuel with locallyavailable materials, visit existing small scaleproduction plants, and learn from top biodieselindustry specialists.

Topics Include• Safe Biodiesel Production

• Implementing Biodiesel in your ownCommunity and Beyond

• Working Models of Industrial BiodieselProduction

• Advances in Biodiesel Technology

• Legislation and Grassroots Initiatives

• Discussions with Experts and Practitioners

• National and International Developments

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Biodiesel


Sessions

I October 1 - 5 (M-F)

Pittsboro, NC

"I've been to several biodiesel seminars, butthis was hands down the best! A bold

reassessment of my will to live!"- BiodieselWorkshop

participant,2006

This workshop is cosponsoredby Piedmont Biofuels and theCentral Carolina CommunityCollege.

• Radiant Heating Basics

• RadiantConstruction Details

• Solar Fundamentals

• System Designs

• Collector Mounting

• Heat Load Analysis

• Sizing Collectors

• Control Strategies

• InstallationStandards

• Performance & Cost

Solar & Radiant HeatingTopics Include:

I May 14 - 16 (M-W)

Carbondale, CO

I Sept. 6 - 8 (Th-S)

TBA, NJ

I Oct. 4 - 6 (Th-S)

Fontana, CA

Price: $640Member Price: $600

Sessions

Become a part of the burgeoning radiant heating industryand a rapidly emerging solar marketplace. This 3-daycourse provides critical information to design practicaland efficient solar and radiant heating systems for energyand cost savings with comfort of underfloor heating.

Register 30 days before the start of theworkshop and receive a free book"Radiant Basics or Radiant Precision"by John Sigenthaler (a $45 value).

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“The instructor was great, as were all the SEIstaff. It’s a pleasure to interact with so manyconscientious innovative people.”

- Solar & Radiant Heating Workshop participant 2006Receive a Solar & Radiant Heating DesignGuidebook and a Solar Heating Calculator


Rural Development Workshops

• Solar Cooking

• Biomass

• Rural Electrification

• PV for Rural Health Care

• Technology Transfer

Topics Include:

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This workshop provides an overview oftechnologies which promote small scalesustainable energy and resource managementsystems in the developing world.

With an emphasis on the unique challengespresented by international project work, thisworkshop is ideal for organizations working inrural areas, people wanting to get involved insustainable development work, and those whowish to reduce their own ecological impact.

Renewable Energy for the Developing World

Appropriate Technology for the Developing World

• 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

I June 18 - 22 (M-F)

Carbondale, CO


Sessions

I April 23 - 28 (Mon-Sat)

Chiapas, Mexico


Sessions

Topics include:

Cosponsored by the International

Renewable Resources Institute

www.irrimexico.org

“This course inspires,overwhelms, informs, educates,motivates, and leaves you with

a sense of hope andencouragement to leave the

world better than when weentered it. The speakers are

excellent role models in RE andhumanitarian issues.

- Steve DeMicoli,

RE for DW participant, 2006

• Microenterprises

• Financing Household Solar Energy

• Integrating Women

• Project Funding

• Case Studies

This workshop explores different applications for renewableenergy technologies in developing countries. Participants willlearn how to successfully accomplish sustainable developmentprojects with renewable energy. Effective technology transfermethods will be presented, as well as setting up infrastructureand the economics and financing of renewable energy projects.Case studies will be presented by guest speakers from aroundthe world on solar cooking, rural household electrification, ruralhealth care, and micro-enterprises using renewable energy.

The price for thisworkshop includes foodand lodging.

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Learn about renewable energy technologies forthe Developing World in the Developing World!This workshop will include classroom sessions,labs, and hands-on field work.

Held at Rancho Mastatal, an environmentallearning center and retreat located in the last virginrainforest of Costa Rica's Puriscal County.Participants will stay at the center which utilizesnatural building techniques, including bamboo andcob, and which supports the use of renewableenergy systems. Take advantage of this greatopportunity to enjoy one of Costa Rica's mostundiscovered regions while learning aboutrenewable energy.

The course is taught in both English and Spanish.

Rural Development Workshops

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Renewable Energy for the Developing World -Hands-On

I Jan 22 - 28 (Mon-Sun)

Rancho Mastatal Costa Rica


Sessions

Topics include:

"This was one of the most creative andinteresting learning environments I have

ever been in and I stronglyrecommend it to anyone willing

to broaden their horizon."

-Kyle Childress, HBWG, CostaRica participant, 2005

Solar Electricity for the Developing World

I Feb 2 - 10 (Fri-Sat)

Fundacion Durika, Costa Rica

Price: $1,130SEI Member: $1,080

Sessions

• The Design & installation of a solar-electricsystem

• Building solar ovens with a women's cooperative

• Building a methane biodigestor

• Micro-Hydro site survey

• Social & cultural issues of working in thedeveloping world

Learn to design and install photovoltaic systems for thedeveloping world. Workshop participants learn systemsizing, site analysis, hardware specification, and componentselection. The workshop covers typical applications andcase study examples. Install and upgrade real-worldsystems with current renewable energy equipment.

Dúrika is a private reservation ofapproximately 18,500 acres located inthe heights of Cordillera de Talamanca,in the center south region of the country,17 kilometers northeast from BuenosAires city.

The price for this workshop includeslodging, meals, and in-countrytransportation from San Jose, CostaRica on Feb. 2 and to Buenos Aires,Costa Rica on Feb. 11

Food, lodging &transportation notincluded.

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Women’s Program

This PV Design and Installation workshop is gearedspecifically towards women and taught by women. Participantslearn how to use PV (photovoltaic) technology to produce theirown electricity from the sun through practical design andinstallation of PV systems. Participants learn system sizing,site analysis, hardware specification and component selection.The workshop covers typical applications and case studyexamples. Install an operational system in the field and learnthe proper use of tools and safety precautions. This workshopis for women wanting to use PV and for those seekingemployment in the growing solar industry.

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.

PV Certification:The Women’s PV Design & Installationworkshop is accredited by the Instituteof Sustainable Power and helps fulfillone of the requirements for nationalphotovoltaic certification. By receivinga 'Certificate of Completion' in thisworkshop you qualify to take theNABCEP PV entry level "Certificate ofKnowledge" exam. Seewww.nabcep.org for more information.

Why Women Only?Our women’s workshops are intended toprovide women with a supportive learningatmosphere. Many women have little orno hands-on electrical experience, andmay be wary of attending a coed coursewith men who have grown up usingpower tools. Even women with hands-onexperience already working in technical fields find it helpful and rewarding networking with otherwomen interested in and/or working in renewable energy.



• PV System Components

• Energy Efficient Appliances

• PV System Sizing

• Stand-Alone Systems

• Utility-Interactive Systems

• Components Specification


• Safety Procedures

• Tours of PV Residences

• Lab Exercises

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Women’s PV Design & Installation

I June 18 - 29 (M-F)

Paonia, CO

I July 12 - 15 (Th-Sun)

Cleveland, OH*


Sessions

Other Activities• Tours of PV Residences

• Industry Representatives

• Laboratory Exercises

• Hands-on Training

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workshop held in conjunction withthe Solar2007 conference. For infoon price, location, and to register

contact the American Solar EnergySociety at www.ases.org

Topics Include:

This Internet course covers the principles behinddesigning and building residential structures thatachieve optimal year-round comfort, reduceenergy consumption, improve indoor air quality,and limit environmental impact. The emphasis ison integrated design using a whole-buildingapproach, applying building science andintegrating green design strategies into the builtenvironment. Also covered will be the synergisticrelationship between climate-sensitive design andnatural building materials. Participants will be ableto identify a range of solutions to various designneeds that will result in a sustainable andcomfortable home.

This workshop is for owner-builders in the pre-design stage, architects, builders, designers,contractors, and for anyone interested in this vastfield of study.

Case studies of successful solar homes areincluded. In addition to online curriculum,participants will receive a CD-ROM or video,industry related hand-outs, and numerous Internetresource links.

Students residing outside the United States must payan extra fee for shipping of course materials. ContactSEI for details.

• Building Orientation


• Lessons Learned

• Building Science

• Moisture & AirLeakage

• Super-InsulationStrategies

• New WindowTechnologies

• Passive Solar Designs

• Indoor Air Quality

• Energy EfficientTechnologies

• Back-up HeatingSystems

• Healthy/GreenBuilding Materials

• Domestic Solar HotWater

• Renewable EnergyOptions


Topics Include:

Online Workshops

Sustainable Home Design Online

I January 8 - February 16

I August 6 - September 14

I October 29 - December 7

Price: $650

SEI Member: $625

Sessions


The Consortium for Education in RenewableEnergy Technologies (CERET) offers certificates inRenewable Energy. Certificates are granted throughMadison Area Technical College (MATC). SEI'sonline courses qualify for college credits throughMATC and towards a Renewable EnergyCertificate. Go to www.ceret.us for more information

SEI’s Online Courses cover the same topicsas the hands-on courses, minus the hands-on. However, you can do the coursework onyour own time, at your own pace, and fromany computer with an internet connection.

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workshop for a $150 discount!

“I was very pleased with the entire course-- it was a professionalpresentation, 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


Online Workshops

Learn how to design a complete solar-electric(photovoltaic) system without leaving your home.A six-week, Internet-based, online course ofinstruction with text, CD-ROM referencematerials, and Internet resource links.

This course is for people who are interested inlearning how to produce their own electricity fromthe sun. The course will be useful to peopleseeking employment in the solar energy industryas well as people seeking to apply solarelectricity for their own use. Participants willlearn the practical and economical design ofphotovoltaic systems that are independent of theutility grid and those that are grid-tied.Topics Include:

• Basic PV SystemReview

• PV/Generator HybridSystems

• Grid-Tie PV (with andwithout Battery Backup)

• Sizing Examples

• In-depth look atComponent Selection

• Mounting & Trackers

• National Electrical Code

• Evaluating PV SystemPerformance

• In-depth Wire Sizing forNEC Compliance

• Safety, Maintenance, &Troubleshooting

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PV Design Online

Advanced PV Online

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

Price: $725

SEI Member: $700

Sessions

I Feb 26 - April 6

I July 9 - August 17

I Sept 10 - Oct 19

I Oct 29 - Dec 7


Sessions

This course is designed to follow the PV Designand Installation workshop or the PV DesignOnline course with the next level of design criteriaand maintenance issues.

This course takes an in-depth look at eachcomponent in a code compliant PV system and isespecially useful for people who currently work in,or plan to be employed in, the PV industry.

“This course completely exceeded myexpectations!! I cannot believe how much

info I've gleaned from this course. I willgladly take another. I'm looking all over my

house for ways to save energy”.- Cathy Paraggio, PV Online participant, 2006

Topics Include:

• PV Applications


• PV SystemComponents

• Efficient Appliances


• Safety Issues

• Stand-Alone System Sizing

• Grid-Tie SystemSizing

• ComponentSpecification

• System Costs / Economics

Earn college credit through Madison AreaTechnical College! See previous page for details.

Prerequisites: PV D&I or UIPV if studentcompletes supplemental stand-alone curriculumor PV Online or Permission of the instructor

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After completing this course, take thePV Design & Installation hands-on

workshop for a discount! $150 off 1-week workshop$300 off 2-week workshop

LEE FELICIANO - SALES MANAGER FOR

ALLWEST ENERGY, INC. AND VALLEY OF THE

SUN SOLAR

Lee is Sales Manager forAllWest Energy, Inc. anArizona PV SystemsIntegrator. He and his wifealso manage thevalleyofthesunsolar.comwebsite which promotessolar energy awarenessusing art as a vehicle (they donate 10% of salesto SEI's Solar in the Schools Program!).

AISHA FIELDS - PROGRAM COORDINATOR FOR

THE WEST AFRICAN

DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

The goal of the West AfricanDevelopment Program(WADP) is to help build theinfrastructure of West Africathrough renewable energyelectrirfication, increased access to improvedwater sources and community educationinitiatives.


SEI Alumni

CAREY HAYES - COLORADO BRANCH

MANAGER AT REC SOLAR

REC Solar is the largestinstaller of residentialsolar electric systems inthe US and the thirdlargest in the world.Cary now has the largeresponsibility ofgenerating solarawareness and sales ofresidential and small commercial solar-electricsystems throughout Colorado.

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 they’re doing today.

CHARLIE OLNESS - REAL GOODS TECH

SUPPORT AND SALES

Charlie has been working the tech desk forGaiam / Real Goods in Colorado. He hasworked with customers from around the country,and says “It is exciting knowing first hand thatrenewable energy and energy efficiency arebecoming mainstream in every state.” He will beleaving Real Goods shortly to join Simple Solar,a PV installation business in Colorado run byanother SEI alum, Joe Callahan.

TONY CERVONE - PRESIDENT OF GREEN

ENERGIES LLCTony startedGreen Energies,LLC in Tanzania,which has justsuccessfully setup its first microfactory of the TaaBora (Better Lightin Swahili) Solar light kits. The Taa Borasprovide local entrepreneurs an opportunity tomanufacture replacements for kerosene lampsand flashlights with locally available materials,LEDs, solar panels, and rechargeable batteries.

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ANNA BAUTISTA - DESIGN AND INSTALLATION

TECHNICIAN AT HELIOPOWER

Anna designs,installs, andmanagesrenewable energyprojects forHelioPower whichserves customersthroughoutCalifornia.

Taa Boras being built

SEI’s Charitable ProgramsSolar in the Schools

INVEST

SEI created Solar In the Schools (SIS) in April 2002 to developa comprehensive curriculum for grades K-12 that meetsColorado’s established standards for science. Since itsinception, over 2,000 students and teachers from the local andregional school districts have participated in the program. Theprimary strategy of SIS is to present a model renewable energyeducation curriculum tailored for youth including classdiscussions, interactive and hands-on activities on renewableenergy, and scientific experimentation that fosters criticalthinking. SEI believes it is crucial to both promote sustainabilityand provide a curriculum that will become a permanent part ofthe basic science curriculum long after SEI has left theclassroom. We also just love to inspire kids to participate infinding solutions to our current energy needs – renewable energy education does just that!

SEI offers alumni an opportunity to participate in INVEST,International Volunteers in Environmentally SustainableTechnologies. SEI alumni can apply to volunteer overseas withone of our partner organizations to help bring renewable energytechnologies to communities in the developing world. Volunteersinstall PV systems on rural health centers, teach rural farmersabout solar water pumping, install micro-hydro and wind systemsto power rural communities, or help build sustainable houses. Allthis while meeting new people and learning new cultures. In 2006INVEST volunteers went to Thailand and Nicaragua.

Scholarships

SEI works with Native Americans to help them satisfy their energyand housing needs with renewable energy and natural building.SEI works with Native American NGOs and non-profitorganizations and has trained people from the WesternShoshone, Lakota Sioux, Yurok, Zuni, Hopi, and ChippewaNations.


“Migwetch (thank you) SEI for all yourwork in making the Western Shoshonesolar project a reality. We look forwardto working together in the future.”

- Winona LaDuke, Honor the Earth

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Traveling to the United States has become increasingly hard forour international students, due to visa requirements and the costof airfare. We try to offset these costs to eligible developingcountry residents by offering tuition scholarships. SEI also offerspartial tuition scholarships to low-income participants.

Native American Program

“As a teacher and mom of three, it would have been financiallyimpossible for me to take advantage of SEI’s courses had I notbeen granted a scholarship. I am truly thankful to all SEImembers who make these scholarships possible!!”

- Aisha Fields, West African Development Project


SEI Eco-Campus

We are moving to an intensive lab-basedworkshop format and will be teaching over 70hands-on and online workshops in 2007. SEI isprimed to educate nearly 1,800 peopleworldwide this year. To meet this demand, we atSEI have increased our staff, are developingnew and improved curriculum, and haveprocured a 7-acre parcel of land in Paonia,Colorado.

SEI’s main office is located in Carbondale,Colorado. However, we have had a smallpresence in Paonia for just over three years.

In 2005 we purchased a beautiful 7-acre parcelof land in Paonia. This purchase will be thecatalyst for a multi-stage project to create therenewable energy ‘Eco-Campus’ we haveenvisioned for over a decade. While the ‘finalproduct’ may be some years away, we havecurrently relocated our Paonia office to thisproperty and have already hosted many of SEIs‘hands-on’ workshops in Paonia. FromPhotovoltaics to Wind Power to Natural Buildingworkshops we are ready to take ‘Hands-on’ to awhole new level.

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.

SEI’s Eco-Campus

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SEI Eco-Campus

In our new PV Lab Yard, our students do not justinstall the array or wire the battery bank, but workon all aspects of our lab systems. Small studentgroups rotate from component to component withinthe balance of system and tear-down, dissect, andre-install lab-based systems. From detailed solarsite analysis to conduit sizing, our students do it all.Currently, three diverse PV systems challenge andoccupy students with the latest ‘cutting edge’equipment.

In further stages of this initiative we will be addingadditional systems. In Phase II, we will be adding5 more PV systems (another grid-tied system, awater pumping system, a developing world system,a security/parking lighting system, and a portablepower system) as well as a micro-hydro systemand wind power system. Phase III of this initiativewill encompass larger scale PV and Wind systemsto provide energy for new buildings. Thecombination of these specific lab systems willprovide a balanced and intensive experience thatwill prepare our students for ‘real world,’ codecompliant design and installation of renewableenergy systems.

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SEI InstructorsILAN 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.

LAURA BARTELS has over 12 years experience in straw bale construction. She built the Colorado Roaring Fork

Valley’s 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.

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 International’s 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. Ed’s work has led to several

installations of photovoltaics in schools, camps, state parks, and environmental learning centers.

SOOZIE LINDBLOOM is SEI’s 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 SEI’s 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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SEI InstructorsWALT 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 wind-

electric systems for 25+ years with his large family.

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Books

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SEI Store

The Art of Natural Buildingby Catharine Wanek, Kennedy & Smith, New Society Publishers,2002 - $27

A complete and user-friendly introduction tonatural building. Profusely illustrated, thebook covers design and planning issues,natural building materials and techniques,economics, social justice and sustainability.Inspirational case studies from around theworld are highlighted.

Biodiesel Americaby Josh Tickell, Yorkshire Press, 2006 - $30

Biodiesel America shows that an abundance of available,economically viable, and profitable energy solutions exist. Atthe forefront of these new energy technololgies is biodiesel, afuel that could bring over one million jobs back to ruralAmerica, invigorate our economy, and create a stabledomestic fuels supply.

Chasing the Sunby Neville Williams, New Society Publishers, 2005 -$19

An inspiring story of delivering solar electricity to50,000 families in eleven countries. NevilleWilliams shows how intelligent, local solutionscan be found to meet energy needs ofcommunities across Asia and Africa.

Code Check: Electricalby Redwood Kardon, Douglas Hansen, and Michael CaseyTaunton Press, 2002 - $18

Hundreds of code facts for electrical wiring at your fingertips.This book will help to speed up work, reduce code violationcallbacks, and avoid accidental violations of unfamiliarelectrical codes.

Cooking with the Sunby Beth & Dan Halacy, Morning Sun Press, 1992 - $10

How to harness the sun's energy to cook food. This bookdescribes the history of solar cookers, and presents detailedplans, illustrated with line drawings and photos, for buildingsolar ovens. There is a chapter on solar cooking tips andnecessary cookware, and over 90 delicious solar recipes.

Earth Bag Buildingby Kaki Hunter and Donald Kiffmeyer, New Society Publishers, 2004 -$30

The first comprehensive guide to all the tools, tricks andtechniques for building with bags filled with earth – orearthbags. This enduring tree-free architecture can also beused to create arched and domed structures of great beauty -at home in any region, and in developing countries, or inemergency relief work.

Energy Efficient Buildingby Fine Home Building magazine, Taunton Press, 1999 - $15

A collection of 29 articles from Fine Home Building magazinethat teach you how to make your home more energy efficientwith information on materials and techniques that can make adifference in how much energy is required to make your homecomfortable.

The Home Energy Diet:How to Save Money by Making Your HouseEnergy-Smartby Paul Scheckel, New Society Publishers, 2005 - $19

A book that helps readers take control of theirpersonal energy use and costs so they can savemoney, live more comfortably, and help theenvironment.

Heaven’s Flame - A Guide to Solar Cookersby 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 solarcooking, tips and tricks for cooking with the sun, plus over 200photos and illustrations.

The Hand-Sculpted Houseby Ianto Evans, Michael G. Smith, Linda Smiley, Real Goods SolarLiving Book, 2002 - $35

This practical and inspiring hands-on guide teaches anyonefrom a rank beginner to a conventional architect how to designand build a cozy and beautiful cob home. Excellent colorphotographs and detailed line drawings.

The Homeowner’s Guide to RenewableEnergyby Dan Chiras, New Society Publishers, 2006 - $28

This book helps readers understand the sometimes confusingarray of renewable energy technologies and techniques. Itbegins with a discussion of the many ways we can slashenergy bills while improving comfort in our homes, and thensystematically examines practical energy options available tohomeowners including: solar hot water, solar space heat,wood heat, passive cooling, solar electricity, wind-generatedelectricity, electricity from microhydro power sources andemerging technologies such as hydrogen, fuel cells, methanedigesters and biodiesel.

Building Without Bordersby Joseph Kennedy, New Society Publishers, 2004 - $26

Solving the global housing crisis has become one of the mosturgent imperatives of our time, but doing so without creatingproblems of ecological degradation and lack of empowermentis a major challenge. Building Without Borders describes thepioneering efforts of those who have taken up this challenge. Itsurveys projects that are housing the homeless withoutdestroying natural habitats by drawing upon local traditions.The book travels globally and includes contributions from over30 experienced practitioners.


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Photovoltaics: Design & Installation Manualby SEI, New Society Publishers, 2004 - $60

A textbook manual on how to design, install and maintain aphotovoltaic (PV) system. This manual offers an overview ofsolar electricity, and a detaileddescription of PV systemcomponents. It includes chapters onsizing PV systems, analyzing sitesand installing PV systems. Themanual also includes detailedappendices on system maintenance,troubleshooting, and insolation datafor over 300 sites around the world.Used as the textbook in SEI's PVDesign & Installation Workshops.

The Solar Houseby Daniel D. Chiras, Chelsea Green, 2002 - $30

This book provides home builders with allthe necessary tools for successful solardesign. Dan Chiras explains the principlesof natural conditioning - heating and coolingwith passive solar techniques.

Wind Power: Renewable Energy for Home,Farm, and Businessby 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 ongauging wind resources and siting wind turbines, newexamples and case studies of successful wind systems, andinternational sources for new and used equipment.

The Renewable Energy Handbook forHomeownersby William H. Kemp, Hushion House Publishing, 2003 - $30

The complete step-by-step guide to making and selling yourown power from the sun, wind, and water. Available with anindividual membership to SEI!

Rural Energy Servicesby Teresa Anderson, Alison Doig, Dai Rees, and Smail Khennas,ITDG Publishing, 1999 - $30

A book addressing the policy, market, and sustainabilityaspects of defining and selecting technologies that will meetthe energy demands of rural villages in a sustainable andreliable way.

Wiring a Houseby Rex Cauldwell, Taunton Press, 2002 - $25

A reference book on home wiring for homeowners, electricians,and apprentices. Updated and revised to include material onhome generators, lightning protection, and electrical codechanges.

Solar Hot Water Systems: Lessons Learnedby Tom Lane, Energy Conservation Services of North Florida, Inc.,2002 - $60

This book will help people who want to use currently availablesolar water heating products with success, and help themavoid the mistakes of the past. Aimed at the contractor whowants to know what works successfully, and the homeownerwho wants basic facts for comparison shopping.

More Straw Bale Buildingby Chris Magwood, Peter Mack, and Tina Therrien, New SocietyPublishers, 2005 - $33

A book tackling all the practical issues: finding and choosingbales; sound building plans; roofing, electrical, plumbing, andheating systems; building code compliance; and specialconcerns for northern climates. One of the mostcomeprehensive and practical books on the subject to date.

The Natural Plaster Bookby Cedar Rose Guelberth and Dan Chiras, New Society Publishers,2003 - $30

The Natural Plaster Book provides detailed information onthree natural plasters - earthen, lime, and gypsum - and naturalfinishes. This well illustrated book features numerous drawingsand photos, teaches principles of plastering and plastertechniques, and describes the tools necessary for a successfulplaster job in any climate.

The Solar Food Dryerby Eben Fodor, New Society Publishers, 2005 - $15

The Solar Food Dryer describes how to use solar energy topreserve your summer's harvest. Includes: Complete step-by-step plans for building a high performance, low cost solar fooddryer from readily available materials, solar energy designconcepts, food drying tips, recipies, and more!

When the Light Goes On: UnderstandingEnergyby Cari Spring with Lisa Stage, Emerald Resource Solutions, 2001 -$20

This comprehensible book explains energy, conservation andalternative energy sources in an easy to understand format.The goal of this book is to help you reduce your energy use by15% now, and by 50% over the next months and years.

Microhydro: Clean Power from Waterby Scott Davis, New Society Publishers, 2004 - $23

Highly illustrated and practical, this book isthe first complete book on this clean sourceof electricity in a decade. For both AC andDC systems, it covers principles, design andsite considerations, equipment options, andlegal, environmental, and economic factors.

The Humanure Handbook #2by J.C. Jenkins, Chelsea Green, 1999 - $25

A one of a kind book that tells you how to safely composthuman manure. It includes information on greywater systems,instructions on building your own composting toilet, andresource lists.


Videos & MoreRenewable Energy With The Experts Videosby Scott Andrews, 1996$40 each, $170 set of 5

Five videos on residential electricity. The experts give anddemonstrate practical answers to the questions most asked byhome owners as they consider the purchase and installation oftheir own renewable energy system.

Kill-A-Watt meterby P3 International - $40

An electricity usage monitor. This meter allows you to measurehow much electricity your appliances consume and howefficient they really are. You can figure out your electricalexpenses by the day, week, month, or year. The knowledgeyou gain can save you thousands of dollars! Used in PVDesign Online course.

• 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-shirtby SEI - $20

100% organic cotton/hemp t-shirt with SEI’s logo on front and

multi-colored sun on back.

Available in S, M, L, XL Colors: Cranberry, Black, Sand, Olive, Midnight Blue

Resources for Teachers & Students

Teaching About Climate Change - CoolSchools Tackle Global WarmingEdited by Tim Grant and Gail Littlejohn, New Society Publishers - $13

Teaching About Climate Change offers a framework forteaching fundamental environmental concepts and a variety ofactivities that can be undertaken in school, at home, or in thecommunity. Topics include: experiments that demonstrate thegreenhouse effect, investigations of greenhouse gas sourcesand solutions, and hands-on explorations of energy andtransportation alternatives.

Teaching Green - The Middle Yearsby Tim Grant and Gail Littlejohn, New Society Publishers - $23

Teaching Green - The Middle Yearsemphasizes the need to teach youngpeople the skills, knowledge and values ofactive environmental citizenship andincludes 50 kid-tested teaching strategiesthat promote interdiciplinary hands-onlearning about natural systems and fostercritical thinking about global issues, bothlocal and global. Designed for grades 6-8.

Teaching Green - The Elementary Yearsby Tim Grant and Gail Littlejohn, New Society Publishers - $23

Teaching Green - The Elementary Years emphasizes the needto teach young people the skills, knowledge and values ofactive environmental citizenship and includes 50 kid-testedteaching strategies that promote interdiciplinary hands-onlearning about natural systems and foster critical thinkingabout global issues, both local and global. Designed for gradesK-5.

Energy for Keeps: Electricity fromRenewable Energyby Marilyn Nemzer, Deborah Page & Anna Carter, Energy EducationGroup - $20

An introduction to renewable energyfor everyone who uses electricity -from students to energy policymakers. Technologies coveredinclude Biomass, Geothermal,Hydropower, Ocean, Solar and WindPower. A CD is included with studentactivities and other supplementaryinformation.

Greening School GroundsEdited by Tim Grant and Gail Littlejohn, New Society Publishers - $17

There is enormous potential to transform the barren expansesof asphault of most school grounds into exciting natural spacesfor playing and learning. Schoolyard "greening" is an excellentway to promote hands-on, interdisiplinary learning about theenvironment through projects that benefit schools and increasegreen space and biodiversity in communities.

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Your Solar Home Guidebook - The Art andScience of Heating, Cooling, and PoweringYour Home with the Sunby the Rahus Institute, A Rahus Institute - Solar SchoolhousePublication, 2006 - $18

A comprehensive curriculum for youth including everythingfrom passive solar design to solar electricity and system sizing.This book is full of hands-on projects for teachers to implementin the 4th through 9th grades.

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� Energy Efficient Building $15

� The Hand-Sculpted House $35

� Heaven’s Flame $15

� The Home Energy Diet $19

� The Homeowner’s Guide to RE $28

� Humanure Handbook $25

� Microhydro: Clean Power from Water $23

� More Straw Bale Building $33

� Natural Plaster Book $30

� Photovoltaics: Design & Install Manual $60

� The Renewable Energy Handbook $30

� Rural Energy Services $30

� Solar Food Dryer $15

� Solar Hot Water Systems $60

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Workshop Registration FormCalifornia Workshops

� Solar Hot Water . . . . . Feb. 19 - 21

� PV Design & Install. . . March 12 - 17

� Utility Interactive PV . . March 19 - 23

� Utility Interactive PV . . Sept. 24 - 28

� Solar Hot Water . . . . . Oct. 1 - 3

� Solar & Radiant Heat . Oct. 4 - 6

� Utility Interactive PV . . Oct. 15 - 19

� Advanced PV . . . . . . . Oct. 22 - 26

New Jersey Workshops

� Intro to Renewables . .Mar. 10

� Utility Interactive PV . .Mar. 12 - 16

� Solar & Radiant Heat .Sept. 6 - 8

� Utility Interactive PV . .Sept. 10 - 14

� Advanced PV . . . . . . .Sep. 17 - 21

� Successful Solar Biz . .Sep. 24 - 27

Guemes Island, WA Workshops

� Solar Hot Water . . . . .Apr. 25 - 27

� Intro to Renewables . .Apr. 28

� Residential Wind . . . .Apr 30 - May 5

� Homebuilt Wind . . . . .May 7 - 12

� Intro to Renewables . .Oct. 6

� PV Design & Install . . .Oct. 8 - 13

� Utility Interactive PV . .Oct. 15 - 17

� Successful Solar Biz .Oct. 19 - 20

� Solar Hot Water . . . . .Oct. 22 - 24

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

� Salt Lake City, UT..................April 16 - 21

� Honolulu, HI...........................Nov. 12 - 17

International Workshops

� RE for the DW, Costa Rica . . . .Jan. 22 - 28

� PV for the DW, Costa Rica . . . .Feb. 2 - 10

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� May 29 - Jul 6

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� Jul 9 - Aug 17

Sustainable Home Design Online

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� Aug 6 - Sep 14

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Colorado Workshops

� Solar Industry Seminar . . . . . . . . .March 8 - 10

� Straw Bale Construction . . . . . . . .April 13 - 15

� PV Lab Week . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .April 23 - 27

� Successful Solar Business . . . . . .Apr 30 - May 3

� PV Design & Installation . . . . . . . .May 7 - 18

� Solar Hot Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .May 7 - 11

� Solar & Radiant Heating . . . . . . . .May 14 - 16

� PV Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .May 19

� Advanced Photovoltaics . . . . . . . .May 21 - 25

� Sustainable Home Design . . . . . . .June 4 - 8

� Design & Bldg Natural Homes . . .June 11 - 15

� RE for the Developing World . . . . .June 18 - 22

� Women’s PV Design & Install . . . .June 18 - 29

� PV Design & Installation . . . . . . . .July 9 - 20

� PV Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .July 21

� Successful Solar Business . . . . . .July 23 - 26

� Plaster for Natural Homes . . . . . . .July 23 - 25

� Solar Water Pumping . . . . . . . . . .July 27 - 28

� Advanced Photovoltaics . . . . . . . .July 30 - Aug 3

� Micro-Hydro Power . . . . . . . . . . . .July 30 - Aug 3

� Residential Wind Power . . . . . . . .Aug 6 - 17

� Straw Bale Construction . . . . . . . .Sept. 28 - 30

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� Oct 22 - Nov 30

� Sep 10 - Oct 19

� Oct 29 - Dec 7

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� Solar Hot Water, NM .............Aug. 23 - 25

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