“Electric Utility Distribution Equipment” course now free for members Very few solar people really understand the interconnection process from the utility side – so starting today, for a limited time, “Electric Utility Distribution Equipment” is free for HeatSpring members. Tim Taylor teaches the course. He’s published a suite of… Continue reading ““Electric Utility Distribution Equipment” course now free for members”
What are the Hierarchy of Risk Controls in Electrical Work? In the field of electrical work, where potential hazards are often not immediately visible, a thorough understanding of risk assessment and mitigation strategies is essential. This knowledge empowers electricians, technicians, and anyone working near electricity to make informed decisions, implement… Continue reading “What are the Hierarchy of Risk Controls in Electrical Work?”
Here Come the Heat Pump Water Heaters! The U.S. heat pump water heater (HPWH) market has doubled in the last five years, and the DOE expects HPWHs to increase from 3% to 61% of the electric water heater market in the coming years. That means going from… Continue reading “Here Come the Heat Pump Water Heaters!”
What is Home Performance? Building science is the key to transforming houses into high-performing homes that prioritize occupant health, maximize comfort, and minimize energy waste. But what exactly does it entail? In this short excerpt from our BPI Building Science Principles (BSP) Certificate Prep… Continue reading “What is Home Performance?”
A Chance to Earn $1000 and Tell Your Story of the Impact of Education – HeatSpring’s Stay Curious Campaign We’re looking for individuals in the clean energy sector to share their personal experiences of how education has transformed their careers and impacted their communities. HeatSpring’s new Stay Curious campaign recognizes the value of continuous learning in the clean energy… Continue reading “A Chance to Earn $1000 and Tell Your Story of the Impact of Education – HeatSpring’s Stay Curious Campaign”
New Bundle Announcement: Utility-Scale Solar Essentials The solar energy industry continues to grow, and utility-scale solar projects are at the leading edge. In their Market Insight Report, the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) notes that the utility-scale segment continues to have record-breaking quarterly installations, with 9.8… Continue reading “New Bundle Announcement: Utility-Scale Solar Essentials”
The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a NFPA Certified Electrical Safety Technician In today’s increasingly electrified world, ensuring electrical safety is more critical than ever. Whether you’re a solar installer, HVAC technician, or facilities management professional, understanding and implementing proper electrical safety practices is essential. That’s where the National Fire Protection Association… Continue reading “The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a NFPA Certified Electrical Safety Technician “
How to get your BPI Building Science Principles (BSP) Certificate Our “Building Science Principles (BSP) Certificate Prep” course is launching August 5th. If you sign up before the launch, you get a 10% pre-launch discount. The Building Science Principles (BSP) Certificate is the first BPI credential you get on your… Continue reading “How to get your BPI Building Science Principles (BSP) Certificate”
New Course Announcement: 6-Hour NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Training As the electrification of everything continues to proliferate faster everyday, the risk of electrical hazards is also ever increasing. Whether you’re installing solar panels, integrating energy storage systems, upgrading building electrical systems, or installing heat pumps, a solid foundation in… Continue reading “New Course Announcement: 6-Hour NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Training”
Utility-Scale Solar PV Fundamentals course is now free for HeatSpring members We need more leadership talent on utility-scale solar PV projects so starting today, for a limited time, Utility-Scale Solar PV Fundamentals is free for HeatSpring members. Membership is super cheap and it’s a great way to develop a learning habit.… Continue reading “Utility-Scale Solar PV Fundamentals course is now free for HeatSpring members”
NEW COURSE BUNDLE ANNOUNCEMENT: NEC 2020 and 2023 Requirements for PV Systems from Mayfield Every year, Ryan Mayfield of Mayfield Renewables teaches his NEC 2020 and 2023 Requirements for PV Systems training as an all-day crash course on the National Electrical Code at the NABCEP Continuing Education Conference. Back in March, over 250 conference… Continue reading “NEW COURSE BUNDLE ANNOUNCEMENT: NEC 2020 and 2023 Requirements for PV Systems from Mayfield”
An Incubator for Home Performance Contractors “Boosting Contractor Capacity to Meet Home Performance Demand” is a live webinar that will happen on Wednesday August 14th @ 1pm eastern (USA). The edited presentation will then be available here as a free course. We are going to present a… Continue reading “An Incubator for Home Performance Contractors”
Energy Modeling & the BPI Energy Auditor Certification Brynn Cooksey’s new course – Energy Modeling for Building Professionals – has been approved as a prerequisite for energy modeling and workscope training required by the Building Performance Institute (BPI) for the Home Energy Professional (HEP) Energy Auditor Certification. Brynn… Continue reading “Energy Modeling & the BPI Energy Auditor Certification”
The Simplest NABCEP Certification to Qualify For – Here’s the Details on the NABCEP PV System Inspector Certification The PV System Inspector (PVSI) Board Certification has the simplest eligibility requirements of all the NABCEP Professional Certifications. While the qualification criteria are relatively easy, that doesn’t necessarily mean that you will find the exam easy as well. The PVSI… Continue reading “The Simplest NABCEP Certification to Qualify For – Here’s the Details on the NABCEP PV System Inspector Certification”
Heat Pump Technician Certification Training – Now Free for HeatSpring Members There’s a shortage of certified technicians who know how to work safely with refrigerants – so starting today, for a limited time, EPA 608 Technician Certification is free for HeatSpring members. Brynn Cooksey teaches the course. Brynn is one of… Continue reading “Heat Pump Technician Certification Training – Now Free for HeatSpring Members”
Celebrating Top Solar Companies: Signature Solar As the solar industry continues to grow at a jaw dropping pace, companies are faced with the challenge of scaling up a skilled workforce to meet the increasing demand. Signature Solar, along with their sister company EG4, has taken a… Continue reading “Celebrating Top Solar Companies: Signature Solar”
What is a Culture of Safety and Why Does It Matter? Creating a culture of safety is crucial for any construction team, but what does it really mean to have a “safety culture”? It’s a question that goes beyond PPE and bare minimum safety standards – it strikes at the heart… Continue reading “What is a Culture of Safety and Why Does It Matter?”
The Energy Modeling in eQUEST Course Just Got a Total Update Originally launched back in 2016, HeatSpring just unveiled a brand new updated Energy Modeling in eQUEST course, completely revamped by the knowledgeable team at Harris Energy Solutions. About eQUEST The Quick Energy Simulation Tool, also known as eQUEST, has been… Continue reading “The Energy Modeling in eQUEST Course Just Got a Total Update”
A Look at Solar Jobs in the United States Did you know that clean energy is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the U.S. economy? According to E2 Clean Jobs America, 3.3 million Americans working in various different roles around clean energy now account for more than 3 percent… Continue reading “A Look at Solar Jobs in the United States”
The Importance of Solar O&M: Ensuring Longevity and Efficiency of Solar Power Plants I’ve now worked in large-scale solar for over ten years, contributing to over 2GW of installations and managing multiple projects exceeding 100MW in capacity. While my career has primarily focused on the development, design, and installation of solar power plants,… Continue reading “The Importance of Solar O&M: Ensuring Longevity and Efficiency of Solar Power Plants”