Why Documented Safety Training is Essential + Safety Courses on HeatSpring Documented safety training has become a business necessity across the construction industries, not just good practice. That’s because the benefits of documented safety training go beyond keeping your team safe. It also adds value across multiple areas of your business:… Continue reading “Why Documented Safety Training is Essential + Safety Courses on HeatSpring”
What Are the Biggest Misconceptions About Building Performance Work? When most people think about building performance work, they immediately picture energy audits, blower door tests, and monthly utility savings. But according to Amanda Hatherly, CEO of the Building Performance Institute, this narrow focus on energy efficiency misses the most… Continue reading “What Are the Biggest Misconceptions About Building Performance Work?”
Matthew’s Story – How Cooking An Egg on the Arizona Sidewalk Led to a Life of Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Please join us in celebrating Matthew Harris, whose remarkable journey from curious college student to renewable energy leader has been selected for HeatSpring’s Stay Curious campaign. This initiative shines a spotlight on the transformative power of education in the clean… Continue reading “Matthew’s Story – How Cooking An Egg on the Arizona Sidewalk Led to a Life of Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living”
What is a PV System DC Ground Fault? Understanding DC ground faults is crucial for anyone working with solar PV systems, whether you’re troubleshooting existing issues or trying to prevent them in the future. This video excerpt comes from Solar Tech Collective’s comprehensive course on “Solar PV Ground… Continue reading “What is a PV System DC Ground Fault?”
New Free Course Announcement: Understanding Concepts of Solar PV Power with Fundamental Calculations Preparing for a solar certification exam? Looking to strengthen your grasp of the fundamental calculations that underpin solar PV system design? We’re excited to announce our latest free course, Understanding Concepts of Solar PV Power with Fundamental Calculations, designed specifically… Continue reading “New Free Course Announcement: Understanding Concepts of Solar PV Power with Fundamental Calculations”
New Course Announcement: Construction Math for Clean Energy: An Overview Math shows up constantly in construction work – measuring solar panel layouts, calculating concrete for equipment pads, figuring out material quantities. And while most people can get by with the basics, having a solid understanding of the key formulas and… Continue reading “New Course Announcement: Construction Math for Clean Energy: An Overview”
Meet Brian Mehalic – Instructor Spotlight Every HeatSpring course is powered by an exceptional instructor – industry veterans who don’t just share what they know, but bring genuine enthusiasm, hands-on experience, and a deep dedication to student success. Though thousands of learners engage with their teaching… Continue reading “Meet Brian Mehalic – Instructor Spotlight”
What is Grounding and Bonding? Grounding and bonding are fundamental safety concepts in solar PV installations that every installer, technician, and system owner should understand. Though these terms are frequently confused or used interchangeably, understanding their distinct roles is crucial for electrical safety. Grounding creates… Continue reading “What is Grounding and Bonding?”
New Course Announcement: Identifying Issues on PV Systems Using Thermal Imagery Solar systems of all scales have mushroomed in recent years. As any industry professional can tell you, this growth brings challenges. Chief among them is ensuring these systems operate safely while maintaining peak performance. Visual inspections only catch the most… Continue reading “New Course Announcement: Identifying Issues on PV Systems Using Thermal Imagery”
New Course Announcement: Solar PV Ground-Fault Troubleshooting: Theory, Tools, and Field Application Ground faults are one of the most challenging issues solar technicians face. They’re difficult to locate, potentially dangerous, and can bring PV systems to a grinding halt. Yet despite being one of the most common and costly issues in solar… Continue reading “New Course Announcement: Solar PV Ground-Fault Troubleshooting: Theory, Tools, and Field Application”
Get Your Certification Questions Answered in Our Monthly Live Q&A Sessions Navigating professional certifications in the clean energy space can be challenging. That’s why we host our monthly Let’s Talk Certifications: Live Q&A meetings – your trusted resource for expert guidance on all things professional certifications. What to Expect Join us… Continue reading “Get Your Certification Questions Answered in Our Monthly Live Q&A Sessions”
New Bundle Announcement: The Clean Energy Transition | Career Launch Pack While federal policy is shaking up the clean energy sector, the fundamental drivers behind renewable energy and building performance remain stronger than ever. Climate change continues to demand action, energy costs keep rising, and consumers increasingly seek ways to reduce… Continue reading “New Bundle Announcement: The Clean Energy Transition | Career Launch Pack”
Celebrating Top Geothermal Companies: Midwest Geothermal As the geothermal industry experiences unprecedented growth, finding skilled technicians has become one of the biggest challenges facing contractors nationwide. While many companies struggle to hire qualified workers, Midwest Geothermal has taken a proactive approach by launching a comprehensive registered… Continue reading “Celebrating Top Geothermal Companies: Midwest Geothermal”
New Free Course: “Changes to Solar Policy: What Nonprofits Need to Know to Go Solar Now” The solar landscape has shifted dramatically for everyone in recent months, including nonprofits, and staying informed has never been more critical. That’s why we’re excited to announce our brand-new free course: “Changes to Solar Policy: What Nonprofits Need to Know… Continue reading “New Free Course: “Changes to Solar Policy: What Nonprofits Need to Know to Go Solar Now””
Keep Your Learning Journey in One Place: How to Merge Your HeatSpring Accounts As your career evolves and you move between companies, you might find yourself with multiple HeatSpring accounts tied to different work email addresses. Sound familiar? You’re not alone! Many of our learners have taken courses with us over several years… Continue reading “Keep Your Learning Journey in One Place: How to Merge Your HeatSpring Accounts”
Understanding NFPA 70B Equipment Condition Categories: The Foundation of Effective Maintenance One of the most critical aspects of implementing NFPA 70B is properly assessing and categorizing your electrical equipment. The standard requires a comprehensive evaluation that examines multiple factors to determine maintenance frequency and protect both safety and system reliability. The… Continue reading “Understanding NFPA 70B Equipment Condition Categories: The Foundation of Effective Maintenance”
How Choosing Curiosity Over Comfort Launched a Solar Career: Nico’s Story What happens when you choose the uncomfortable path over the easy one? In this snippet from an interview at the 2025 NABCEP Conference, HeatSpring’s Brittany Heller sits down with Nico Johnson to explore the pivotal moment that launched his clean… Continue reading “How Choosing Curiosity Over Comfort Launched a Solar Career: Nico’s Story”
Unique Characteristics of Utility-Scale Solar Projects The utility-scale solar industry continues to demonstrate remarkable momentum, with 9 GWdc of new capacity installed in Q1 2025 alone. While this represents a 7% decline from the previous year, the sector remains a cornerstone of the U.S. clean energy… Continue reading “Unique Characteristics of Utility-Scale Solar Projects”
The Four Major Indoor Environmental Contaminants Every home contains potential health hazards that most homeowners never see coming. Understanding the four major categories of indoor contaminants – lead, asbestos, mold, and carbon monoxide – is essential for anyone serious about protecting family health and safety. These… Continue reading “The Four Major Indoor Environmental Contaminants”
Solar Company Spotlight: How Cherry Street Energy Is Building Tomorrow’s Solar Workforce As solar companies expand across the Southeast, many focus solely on installing systems and moving to the next project. Cherry Street Energy takes a fundamentally different approach – they’re building lasting workforce opportunities in every community where they operate, creating… Continue reading “Solar Company Spotlight: How Cherry Street Energy Is Building Tomorrow’s Solar Workforce”