Ulster BOCES Winter/Spring Schedule
of Photovoltaics Related Classes

July 27-31, 2009 Photovoltaic Installer's Course - Monday through Friday 3:30am to 5pm - Richard Gottlieb, Instructor (pre-requsite: Introduction to Photovoltaic Technologies).

Details of these classes will be posted as they become available.
Please chec back here for updates or contact:

Virginia A Carrig
Adult Education Operations Manager
UC Boces, PO Box 601,Port Ewen, NY 12466
(845)331-5050 Ext 2220 (Phone)
((845)339-8797 (Fax)
vcarrig@mhric.org
All classes to be held at Ulster BOCES, Rt. 9W, Port Ewen, NY.

Residential Energy Efficiency and Energy Auditing

An exploration of the methods and skills required to perform energy audits of residential buildings. Topics include methods of energy conservation; elements and steps of energy auditing; energy conservation; insulation of walls, foundations and attics; door and window infiltration reduction; lighting and electrical efficiency; heating system analysis and efficiency; energy monitoring equipment; energy audit reporting; and sustainable energy systems. Students will shadow an expert energy auditor doing an actual audit.

(Prerequisite: MAT 090 or satisfactory placement test score.)

SCI 126 (NL) (3 cr)
CSW 383 (45 hours) Credit Free
Tuesday/Thursdays, 6/2 to 7/9
6:00pm to 8:50pm
Saturday 6/20 - 1:30pm to 5:30pm or Saturday 6/27 - 9:00am to 1:30 pm
Room: S338
Instructor: Staff

If you currently work in the construction or Renewable Energy/Energy Efficiency sector, you may take this course Credit Free.

Register Online or Download Registration form here or contact Teresa Jones at 413-775-1462 or jones@gcc.mass.edu.

Clearwater's Music and Environmental Festival

Start Your Summer Celebrating on the Hudson River
Music, Dance, Storytelling and More

June 20 and 21, 2009 -Father's Day & The Summer Solstice
Saturday & Sunday - 10am to Dusk

On the Shores of the Hudson River - Croton Point Park
A natural park on a river peninsula with sandy beaches and sweeping views of the Hudson, Village of Croton-on-Hudson, Westchester County, New York
http://www.clearwater.org/festival.html for complete information on the event.

Introduction to Photovoltaic Technology Workshop
June 29 through July 3, 2009

This class is full.
We are no longer accepting applications.

Richard Gottlieb, President and Chief Engineer at Sunnyside Solar, Inc. will be presenting a week-long workshop entitled "Introduction to Photovoltaic Technology" at Forget-Me-Not Farm in Tinmouth, VT, Monday through Friday, June 29 through July 3, on the grounds of the SolarFest festival site. John Blittersdorf of Central Vermont Solar & Wind will co-teach this program.

This course is for individuals interested in exploring and learning about photovoltaic technology, its operation and its installation. A complete review of all components of the systems, design criteria and load analysis. Participants will receive hands-on experience assembling all of the PV systems for SolarFest's annual festival. Typically morning classes will be in presentation format, and the hands-on activity format will be in the afternoons and often extends into the early evenings.

The fee for this week-long workshop is $675, which includes lunches during the workshop, a text on Photovoltaic Installations, a packet of related information and a full weekend pass to SolarFest. On-site camping is available during the workshop for just $20. Festival car/RV camping for the weekend of SolarFest is an additional $20.

Class times: 9am to 5pm with the possibility of some evening AV presentations

Pre-registration is required. Deadline for registration is June 15, 2009. For additional information on the Photovoltaic Technology Workshop contact Carol Levin, Sunnyside Solar, Inc. at 802-254-4670 or carol@sunnysidesolar.com (for technical questions) or Patty Kenyon, Festival Manager at 802-235-2707 or info@solarfest.org (for logistical and registration questions ).

SolarFest

The New England Renewable Energy Festival
Three days of Renewable Energy & Sustainability Workshops
and Music on 100% Renewable Energy Powered Stages

July 10, 11 & 12, 2009 SolarFest

12 McNamara Road, Tinmouth, Vermont
solarfest.org for complete information on the event.

Photovoltaic (Solar Electric) Installation

An examination of the practical skills needed to install utility-connected and off-grid Photovoltaic (PV) systems. Topics include the study of electric load analysis, system and component design and sizing, system siting, shading, electrical and mechanical system configuration, and safety and electrical and building code compliance supplemented with hands-on system installation. Successful ompletion of this course enables the student to sit the NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners) PV Entry Level Certificate. With additional education, training and installation experience, this certificate can lead to becoming a NABCEP Certified PV Solar Installer.

(Prerequisite: SCI 121/CSW 391; MAT 090 or satisfactory placement test score).

SCI 221 (X) (3 cr)
CSW392 (45 hours) Credit Free
Monday through Friday, 7/20 to 7/24
8:00am to 5:30pm
Room: S338
Instructor: Richard Gottlieb

If you currently work in the construction or Renewable Energy/Energy Efficiency sector, you may take this course Credit Free.

Register Online or Download Registration form here or contact Teresa Jones at 413-775-1462 or jones@gcc.mass.edu.

2009 Green Buildings Open House

Saturday, October 3, 2009

This is an opportunity being offered only to members of NESEA. The Green Buildings Open House will be on Saturday, October 3rd.NESEA is currently seeking submissions for the annual Green Buildings Open House Showcase homes and or buildings; 1-3 submissions will be selected and featured in the Fall 2009 edition of the Northeast Sun magazine.

Contest Criteria:

• Be a NESEA member in good standing.
• The home/building must be aesthetically pleasing, occupied, and located in NESEA's 10 state territory ~ the six New England states plus Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
• Submit a one page report about the home/building's energy efficiency and/or sustainability features with documented results.
• Deadline for submission is July 11.

Email submissions to Pamela Lester: plester@nesea.org

Mark your calendars

Details to be posted on the the NESEA Green Buildings Open House web site..

8th Annual Renewable Energy Show

Thurday & Friday, October 28 & 29, 2009
Sheraton Hotel, Burlington, Vermont

Mark your calendars

Details to be posted on the Renewable Energy web site.

Get Your Power from the Sun

Are you thinking about buying a solar electric system for your home or business? If so, this booklet is an excellent consuner resource for some basic information that can help you.