New Course: 15-Hour PV and the 2026 National Electrical Code (NEC) from Sean White & Bill Brooks If you’ve taken a Sean White course before, you already know the drill: dense technical material, delivered with plenty of humor so you actually remember it. Sean has built a following of repeat learners who come back every code cycle… Continue reading “New Course: 15-Hour PV and the 2026 National Electrical Code (NEC) from Sean White & Bill Brooks”
What’s New with NABCEP Credentials in 2026? Sean White Breaks It Down NABCEP credentials have always been the benchmark for solar and storage professionals, but 2026 is shaping up to be an interesting year for their credential landscape. The PV Associate exam has gotten a Job Task Analysis (JTA) update, the newer… Continue reading “What’s New with NABCEP Credentials in 2026? Sean White Breaks It Down”
The Ultimate Guide to Getting Your NABCEP OMAT Credential The NABCEP Operations & Maintenance Associate Technician (OMAT) credential is the newest entry-level credential from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP), and it officially launched on April 7, 2026. While the PV Associate has long served as… Continue reading “The Ultimate Guide to Getting Your NABCEP OMAT Credential”
The NABCEP ESIP Exam Is Now Available in Spanish NABCEP has announced that the Energy Storage Installation Professional (ESIP) exam is now available in Spanish. For professionals who prefer Spanish and want to demonstrate their expertise in battery storage systems, this is a big step forward. To take the… Continue reading “The NABCEP ESIP Exam Is Now Available in Spanish”
Who Does What: A Candidate’s Guide to NABCEP, Certemy, and Meazure Learning The NABCEP certification process involves more than one organization, and it’s not always clear who handles what. We sat down with NABCEP Certification Manager Luis Gallaga to break it down for us: If you’re working toward your NABCEP certification, this… Continue reading “Who Does What: A Candidate’s Guide to NABCEP, Certemy, and Meazure Learning”
What to Expect When You Get Your NABCEP Exam Results Sitting for a NABCEP exam is a big deal. You’ve put in the study hours, met the eligibility requirements, and made it all the way to test day. Once you get there, a natural next question is: now what? We… Continue reading “What to Expect When You Get Your NABCEP Exam Results”
New Free Course – Smart Investments: Certifications and Licenses That Pay Off Credentials cost time, money, and energy. Knowing which ones are actually worth it can make a real difference in your solar career. HeatSpring is excited to host a new free course from Solar for Women: Smart Investments: Certifications and Licenses… Continue reading “New Free Course – Smart Investments: Certifications and Licenses That Pay Off”
Don’t Have the Exact NABCEP Documentation Required? Here’s What to Do This can be a common challenge for utility-scale solar professionals pursuing NABCEP Board Certification. If you’re working toward your NABCEP PV Installation Professional (or most NABCEP Board Certifications), you’ll need to submit your decision-making role experience before you can sit… Continue reading “Don’t Have the Exact NABCEP Documentation Required? Here’s What to Do”
Solar & Storage Conferences Happening in 2026 The 2026 conference circuit isn’t slowing down, despite the market and policy challenges facing the industry. These events remain one of the most direct ways to see new products, understand policy changes, and connect with the people driving the market… Continue reading “Solar & Storage Conferences Happening in 2026”
Is 2026 the Year You Get Your NABCEP PV Installation Professional Certification? Ready to level up your solar career in 2026? There’s never been a better time to pursue your NABCEP PV Installation Professional (PVIP) Certification. If you don’t yet have all your required installation experience, NABCEP’s new Board Eligible Status program… Continue reading “Is 2026 the Year You Get Your NABCEP PV Installation Professional Certification?”
Everything You Need to Know Before Taking Your NABCEP Exam Pre-exam jitters are real and completely normal, especially when you’re about to take a challenging certification exam you’ve spent months – or even years – preparing for. Being well-prepared means understanding exactly what to expect on testing day. In this… Continue reading “Everything You Need to Know Before Taking Your NABCEP Exam”
Time to Renew Your NABCEP Certification? Here’s the Scoop Keeping your NABCEP certification current showcases your ongoing dedication to professional growth and mastery in the solar energy field. Plus, let’s be real – nobody wants to take that grueling certification exam again if their credentials expire! As your NABCEP… Continue reading “Time to Renew Your NABCEP Certification? Here’s the Scoop”
Free Course Announcement: Introduction to Ethics in Solar Sales – 1 NABCEP CEU Are you looking to strengthen you and your team’s solar sales strategy while building lasting customer relationships? We’re excited to announce a free course that addresses one of the most critical aspects of solar sales and the success of our… Continue reading “Free Course Announcement: Introduction to Ethics in Solar Sales – 1 NABCEP CEU”
Get Your Certification Questions Answered: Introducing Monthly Live Q&A Sessions Navigating professional certifications in the clean energy space can be challenging. That’s why we’re excited to announce our new monthly Let’s Talk Certifications: Live Q&A meetings – your direct line to expert guidance on all things professional certifications. What to… Continue reading “Get Your Certification Questions Answered: Introducing Monthly Live Q&A Sessions”
Why Join Us for PV Associate Training at the 2025 NABCEP CE Conference The booming solar energy industry offers tons opportunities for professionals at every level. Whether you’re just starting your renewable energy career or looking to advance in the field, the NABCEP Associate is a great first step into professional solar credentialing.… Continue reading “Why Join Us for PV Associate Training at the 2025 NABCEP CE Conference”
Who’s Got What Certifications?!? Introducing HeatSpring’s New Certification Tracker We just added a new feature for teams using HeatSpring: now you can track all of your employee certifications on your dashboard. OSHA, FAA, NABCEP, whatever…it’s for any certification you’ve ever had – not limited to things you’ve done through… Continue reading “Who’s Got What Certifications?!? Introducing HeatSpring’s New Certification Tracker”
NABCEP Launches New “Board Eligible Status” Program for Solar Professionals We’re excited to share some significant news from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) that makes the path to becoming a certified PV Installation Professional (PVIP) more flexible than ever before. What’s Changing? NABCEP has introduced a… Continue reading “NABCEP Launches New “Board Eligible Status” Program for Solar Professionals”
Now Offering the NABCEP Solar PV Associate Prep Course in Spanish HeatSpring and Sean White are excited to announce the launch of our NABCEP PV Associate Prep course in Spanish. With over 559 million Spanish speakers worldwide and 13% of the U.S. population speaking Spanish at home, this update allows us… Continue reading “Now Offering the NABCEP Solar PV Associate Prep Course in Spanish”
What’s the Difference Between the NABCEP PV Installation Professional and Installer Specialist Certifications? Navigating the world of NABCEP certifications can be daunting for solar professionals, especially when faced with seemingly similar options. Many in our community have expressed confusion about the various certifications available, with the comparison between the NABCEP PV Installation Professional… Continue reading “What’s the Difference Between the NABCEP PV Installation Professional and Installer Specialist Certifications?”
Getting Your NABCEP PV Commissioning & Maintenance Specialist Certification | Everything You Need to Know NABCEP’s PV Commissioning and Maintenance Specialist (PVCMS) Certification was created to recognize experienced solar technicians who have a deep understanding of operations, maintenance, and commissioning. These certified specialists excel at the application of verification protocols as well as preventative and… Continue reading “Getting Your NABCEP PV Commissioning & Maintenance Specialist Certification | Everything You Need to Know”