Master the latest solar PV tech: From materials and economics to innovative installations and storage, gain essential insights to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.
This course will examine the latest developments in solar PV panels, mounting methods, inverter capabilities, energy storage, and monitoring and diagnostics.
The course begins by exploring significant PV industry trends and statistics, including growth across residential, non-residential, and utility-scale sectors, and analyzing the impact of legislative changes like the Inflation Reduction Act. We then delve into the economic landscape of solar PV, examining the dramatic cost reductions, various incentives available, and the factors influencing project profitability.
Key topics covered in this illuminating course include:
By the end of this course, you will be equipped with a thorough understanding of the latest technological breakthroughs, market dynamics, and operational efficiencies in solar PV, empowering you to navigate and contribute to the future of renewable energy.
Online Courses for Engineers
HalfMoon Education is a nonprofit continuing education provider offering live webinars and on-demand courses for engineers, architects, landscape architects, land surveyors, attorneys, paralegals, accountants and others. Since 1996, we’ve helped thousands of professionals nationwide stay current with industry standards and codes, earn CE hours, and advance their expertise through practical, expert-led learning experiences. Learn more about us at: www.halfmoonseminars.org
Owner, President of Azimuth Solar LLC
Mr. Gilbert brings over 26 years of experience in the renewable energy industry and holds a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering. He provides solar energy consulting, training and inspection services within the solar energy and real estate industries. Under Azimuth Solar, in 2018 Mr. Gilbert was contracted by the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) to write a report titled Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Plant Commissioning Best Practices. From 2013 to 2016 he served as Director of Operations and Maintenance (O&M) for Vigilant Energy Management, overseeing a portfolio of over 100 commercial PV systems. In 2000 Mr. Gilbert co‐founded Chesapeake Solar, a leading mid‐Atlantic solar energy company. In 2008 his company was listed on Inc. magazine’s 500 fastest‐growing small companies, and later that same year the company was acquired by groSolar, one of the nation’s leading solar energy companies at the time. He served on the Board of Directors for the local chapter of the Solar Energy Industries Association (MDV‐SEIA) and was Chair of the Potomac Region Solar Energy Association (PRSEA) for four years starting in 1998. Mr. Gilbert has been certified by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) for both thermal and photovoltaic systems.
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