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What Are the Types of Solar Incentives?
What is Pendulum Distance and Why Does It Matter When Setting Up Fall Protection Equipment?
Per OSHA standards (1926.501), solar construction staff installing systems who are exposed to fall distances […]
1 NABCEP CEU – New Free Course Announcement: Introduction to Architectural Solar
With the ever increasing focus on sustainable, net-zero, and grid-efficient buildings, architectural solar has been […]
What’s the Difference Between a Product and Performance PV Module Warranty?
Manufacturer warranties on solar PV modules instill confidence for homeowners as well as for the […]
New Course Announcement: Electric Transmission and Solar PV Interconnection Bundle
U.S. utility-scale solar installations in 2023 totaled 22.5 GW, an increase of 77% compared to […]
New Free Course Announcement: Inflation Reduction Act Solar Provisions: Direct Pay
Elective Pay (more commonly known as Direct Pay) creates a pathway for nonprofit organizations to […]
Siegenthaler’s “Air-to-Water Heat Pump Fundamentals” now free for Members (and their friends)
Heat pumps are getting really popular and we need more people to install them. If […]
How to get money for heat pumps in New York
The state of New York wants more heat pump installations, so they created the NY […]
Around the Solar World in 80 Days
A journey into the heart of the growing clean energy sector and what we learned […]
What is the Purpose of a Residential Solar Construction Agreement?
Cultivating a thriving residential solar business involves so much more than installing solar equipment—it requires […]
What is the Interconnection Process?
Interconnection is a critical and necessary step in the customer journey when seeking to install […]
Introducing Green Workforce Connect – A New Platform for Home Weatherization Careers from IREC
The team at the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) and a diverse network of partners […]
What are Solar Renewable Energy Certificates (SRECs)?
Homeowners who produce solar energy on their property can generate solar renewable energy certificates (often […]
What is the Purpose of Manufacturer’s Warranties?
When prospective solar customers are making financial decisions about their solar equipment, understanding the purpose […]
What is the Residential Clean Energy Credit and IRS Form 5695?
If a homeowner is purchasing solar for their home in the United States, undoubtedly, they […]
Refrigerants: The #1 Biggest Solution to Reverse Global Warming
Solving refrigerant emissions is ranked the single biggest solution to reverse global warming (source: Project Drawdown). “The […]
New Course Announcement: Solar Construction Safety
According to the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) Solar Jobs Census, as of December 2022, […]
The Ultimate Guide to NABCEP’s New Energy Storage Installation Professional (ESIP) Certification
The NABCEP Energy Storage Installation Professional (ESIP) Board Certification was created for experienced energy storage […]
New Course Announcement: Customer Contracts & Agreements
Residential solar systems come with contracts that span 20-25 years. Solar company staff need to […]
“Microgrid Design & Implementation” course now included with HeatSpring Membership
Starting today, for a limited time, Dr. Andrew Skumanich’s “Microgrid Design & Implementation” course is […]
What’s Winning Online Solar Sales?
When it comes to the online solar buying landscape, the team at EnergySage is well […]
New Free Course Announcement: K2 Pro Certified Installer Training | Composition Shingle Roofs
Are you a residential solar installer looking to elevate your skills and earn credentials to […]
Tim & John’s “Clean Power Hour” Podcast
Why did you decide to start your business?
What are you hoping to accomplish this year?
What […]
Mastering Construction Drawings in Utility-Scale Solar Projects
The large scale solar industry is growing at an incredibly rapid rate, and it’s one […]
2024 Solar & Storage Conferences – Will You Be There?
After a few years with no in-person gatherings during the pandemic, solar and storage conferences […]
New Course Announcement: 30-Hour 2023 NEC PV, Energy Storage, Building and Fire Codes
Sean White and Bill Brooks are back with the new 30-Hour 2023 NEC PV, Energy […]
Walking on Solar Modules – Is It Really That Bad? Let’s Take a Look!
Don’t scrape the backsheet.
Don’t step on the panels.
Don’t drop the panels.
And don’t scrape up the […]
Love Letter to Clean Energy People
January 1, 2024
2024 might get weird. Don’t worry, just keep doing your thing. Let’s focus […]
What is a Single-Line Diagram?
The single line diagram, or SLD sheet, is an essential component of the electrical drawing […]
New Course Announcement: Commercial Electric Tariffs: Impacts on Solar
Incorporating commercial solar sales into your business can be an advantageous income stream for residential […]
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