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• SOL105 Choosing a Renewable Energy Installer - Webinar

  • Start
    April 28, 2010
  • End
    September 30, 2010
  • Location
    Online

  Online Anytime Webinar

  REGISTER
  
  

  With the amount of money you're spending on a solar or wind energy system, make sure you do it right. Once you've made the decision to install either a solar or wind renewable energy system, what are the important questions to ask potential installers? This online class starts from the beginning by helping you locate installers, and discusses important considerations and characteristics to look for. Also, we will walk you through some of the installation considerations, including what you can do to help.
  

  
  

  Objectives

  • Recognize characteristics of quality renewable energy     contractors
  • Interview potential renewable energy contractors
  • Identify ways you can help make the installation go smoothly

  
  

  Expert/Contact

  Jason La Fleur, LEED AP (jason@ecoachievers.com)

  Eco Achievers
  

  
  Cost
  $17.10
  
  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
  

  
  

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• SOL110 Achieving Solar - An Introductory Guide (Webinar)

  • Start
    April 30, 2010
  • End
    September 30, 2010
  • Location
    Online

  Online Anytime Webinar

  REGISTER
  
  

  In this online six-module course, you will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of U.S. energy consumption and a detailed primer on today's solar energy applications. The difference between solar thermal systems and solar photovoltaic (PV) applications and technologies will be clarified. Climate, geographic, siting, and zoning considerations will be discussed. Finally, you will learn how to locate a contractor, and how solar can add value to a structure.  (4 hours)
  
  Objectives
      •    Recognize the economics and environment driving the adoption of renewable energy
      •    Identify basic aspects of solar power and the technologies that harvest it
      •    Recall the role site characteristics play in a successful solar powered installation
      •    Differentiate between solar electric and solar thermal technologies
      •    Identify resources for evaluating solar electric and solar thermal systems
      •    Locate a qualified solar contractor
      •    Decide whether solar power is appropriate for your needs
  
  Expert/Contact
  Mark Burger (mark.burger@ecoachievers.com)
  Kestrel Development
  
  Cost
  $53.10
  
  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
  

  
  

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• Solar Architecture 203

  • Start
    July 31, 2010
  •  
    09:30 AM - 01:00 PM
  • Location
    Howard Alan Studio, 849 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL, 60614

  Howard Alan Architects has 30 years of experience as a design/build group specializing in organic architecture, passive and active solar and alternative energy conservation.
  
  Solar Architecture 203 will focus on how to incorporate passive and active solar energy into building design and why it is important.
  
  Location
  Howard Alan's Studio is in Lincoln Park about 1.5 miles east of Lake Michigan.  The entire 2nd floor is designed to capture the sun's heat and store it in the masonry walls, concrete floor, and the 5 fiberglass tubes of water.  A radiant heating system is embedded in the concrete floors for back up heat.  The building is insulated on the exterior side of the outer walls acting exactly like a winter coat to keep our body heat from radiating to a colder exterior.
  
  Instructor
  Howard Alan
  Howard is a leading urban Architect designing buildings that are sustainable and incorporate passive and active solar and alternative energy.
  
  Registration
  Members $59, member guests $49
  Non-members $79, non-member guests $79
  
  

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• Illinois Renewable Energy & Sustainable Lifestyle Fair

  • Start
    August 07, 2010
  • End
    August 08, 2010
  • Location
    Ogle County Fairgrounds in Oregon, IL

  Plan on attending IREA's 9th Annual Illinois Energy & Sustainable Lifestyle Fair this August!
  

  
  The Illinois Renewable Energy Association is currently planning its 9th Annual Illinois Energy and Sustainable Lifestyle Fair to be held on August 7th and August 8th 2010, at the Ogle County Fairgrounds in Oregon, IL.
  
  Check IREA's website for details. 

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• ISEA Membership Meeting

  • Start
    August 07, 2010
  •  
    05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
  • Location
    Patchwork Inn, 122 North 3rd Street, Oregon, IL, 61061

  Register

  Join ISEA after attending the Illinois Renewable Energy Fair at the Patchwork Inn for hors d'oeuvres, beverages, and social time.

  
  

  Guest speaker

  Frank Schier, Editor and Publisher of Rock River Times.
  

  
  Advanced Registration is appreciated to help us plan appropriate quantities of food and beverages.
  

  
  

  Membership meetings are free, open to the public and to ISEA members.  These meetings provide an opportunity to learn about the organization and to hear a presentation by a guest speaker or attend a tour of a solar installation.
  

  
  
  
  
  
  

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• Solar Photovoltaic Systems Introduction & Installation PC370

  • Start
    August 23, 2010
  •  
    08:00 AM
  • End
    August 27, 2010
  •  
    05:00 PM
  • Location
    Comprehensive Community Solutions, 917 S Main St, Rockford, IL 61101

  Register

  Registration closes August 7th
  Limited seats available
  

  
  This course provides students with a working knowledge of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) systems. It is designed for individuals wanting to gain an in-depth knowledge of PV systems, design techniques, equipment functionality as well as installation components and methods.  This course has some "hands on" mock installation components in a lab environment to apply visual as well as skills learned. 
  
  This is for new or intermediate solar individuals wanting to gain foundational working knowledge with regard to producing high quality PV systems.
   
  This course is designed to provide the knowledge needed to pass entry level certification exams that can be proctored during the course. 
  
  

  Learning Outcomes
  

  • Describe the design of high quality solar systems and the components used for high efficiency
  • Electricity basics, solar energy fundamentals and photovoltaic module types and fundamentals
  • Designing proper size photovoltaic systems
  • System component integration and understanding
  • Apply solar calculations to determine whether a solar project is viable at a specific location
  • Analyze performance outcomes and troubleshoot problems
  • Assure proper installation and incorporate proper safety procedures
  • Discuss the growing markets and applications in efficient photovoltaic systems
  • Apply the benefits of solar technology to improve our economic future

  
  

  Career Benefits

  • 4 CEUs
  • Interactive, leader-led classroom instruction from highly qualified instructors
  • Demonstrations, videos and hands-on activities
  • Electronics Technicians Association (ETA) Alternative Energy Level 1 Certification exam proctored in class prior to course completion (no additional fee).      Accredited through the International Certification Accreditation Council (ICAC) and aligns with the ISO-17024 standards.
  • NABCEP PV Entry Level exam registration with Pearson Vue Testing Center Registration by an approved provider (APT) is required. (exam fee charged by testing center)
    

  Note: NABCEP Entry Level exam is not required prior to taking the NABCEP PV Installer exam.
  
  

  Course	Hours	CEUs	Cost
  PC370	40	4	$1295/$1495

  
  Offered in partnership with Applied Professional Training and Comprehensive Community Solutions.
  
  
  Details
  Lunch and beverages will be provided daily.
  
  Registration
  ISEA Member $1295 (Business level member)
  Non-member  $1495
  

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• ISEA Board Meeting

  • Start
    September 08, 2010
  •  
    07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
  • Location
    ISEA Office, 656 W Randolph, 4W, Chicago, IL 60661

  Solar Tour
  

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• 2010 Central Illinois Energy Expo

  • Start
    September 11, 2010
  • End
    September 12, 2010
  • Location
    Illinois Central College East Peoria Campus

  Initial announcement, for further info:

  Gene Pratt

  Planning & Development Coordinator

  City of West Peoria

  309.674.1993

  econ-dev@cityofwestpeoria.com

  www.cityofwestpeoria.com

   

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• Solar Architecture 203

  • Start
    September 18, 2010
  •  
    09:30 AM - 01:00 PM
  • Location
    Howard Alan Studio, 849 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL, 60614

  Register

  Howard Alan Architects has 30 years of experience as a design/build group specializing in organic architecture, passive and active solar and alternative energy conservation.
  
  Solar Architecture 203 will focus on how to incorporate passive and active solar energy into building design and why it is important.
  
  Location
  Howard Alan's Studio is in Lincoln Park about 1.5 miles east of Lake Michigan.  The entire 2nd floor is designed to capture the sun's heat and store it in the masonry walls, concrete floor, and the 5 fiberglass tubes of water.  A radiant heating system is embedded in the concrete floors for back up heat.  The building is insulated on the exterior side of the outer walls acting exactly like a winter coat to keep our body heat from radiating to a colder exterior.
  
  Instructor
  Howard Alan
  Howard is a leading urban Architect designing buildings that are sustainable and incorporate passive and active solar and alternative energy.
  
  Registration
  Members $59, member guests $49
  Non-members $79, non-member guests $79
  
  

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• ISEA Membership Field Trip

  • Start
    September 18, 2010
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Exelon Solar Park, 1201 West 120 Street, Chicago, IL

  Register

  Membership and guest event at the first multimegawatt PV installation in Illinois, former brownfield site of an old Dutch Boy paint factory.

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• Solar Entrepreneurship 204

  • Start
    September 25, 2010
  •  
    09:30 AM - 01:00 PM
  • Location
    Wright Community Colleger, Room S-247, 4300 N. Narragansett Ave, Chicago, IL 60634

  Register

  The Solar Entrepreneurship 204 seminar is for the
  small business owner interested in adding solar as an additional service or in starting a new small business.  It will develop a deeper understanding about solar opportunities in Illinois and equip you with market data, incentives and local resources to get you started quickly on the path to success.
  
  This seminar will be presented by a panel of Renewable Energy Professionals and will provide ample time for questions and networking.
  
  Panel Speakers:
  Mark Burger - Principal, Kestrel Development
  TBD
  
  Registration
  Members $59,
  Non-members $79
  

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• Illinois Solar Tour

  • Start
    October 02, 2010
  •  
    10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • Location
    Throughout Illinois

  The Illinois Solar Tour is a part of a national Solar Tour hosted by American Solar Energy Society.  Today people all over the United States will be exploring and learning about renewable energy systems.
  
  Homeowners and businesses across the state generously welcome visitors to explore how to use renewable energy systems to reduce utility bills while minimizing the environmental impact of their buildings. 
  
  This is a self-guided tour and guidebooks contain all necessary information.
  
  Please visit our Solar Tour website to learn more.
  
  Interested in sponsorship, advertising or being a host site?  Contact lisa.albrecht@illinoissolar.org
  
  
  

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• Alternative Energy Symposium 2010

  • Start
    October 07, 2010
  • End
    October 07, 2010
  • Location
    Chicago, Illinois

  Hosted by American Science and Technology and Chicago State University this event will bring together researchers, engineers, architects, scientists, business leaders, policy makers and others who are involved in the field of alternative energy.  Engage in the exchange of concepts, technologies, demonstration projects and visions of the future related to energy sustainability. 

  
  

  For more symposium details or, if you are interested 

  in submitting an *abstract paper for consideration please click here. 

  
  

  * Deadline is 7/8/2010.

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• Introduction to Solar

  • Start
    October 24, 2010
  •  
    02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
  • Location
    Harper College, 1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL 60067 - Building W, Room 218

  Harper College is offering a Sustainable Living CE Certificate for which ISEA will be teaching Introduction to Solar.
  
  With energy costs guaranteed to rise, learn how you can stop renting and own your energy with solar.  You will learn about both solar thermal and solar pv systems and applications, costs and incentives.
  
  Click here or call (847) 925-6300 to register and pay for this course through Harper College.
  
  Classroom:  Building W, Room 218
  Seminar Fee $75
  
  The Sustainable Living CE certificate benefits people who are interested in a broad based understanding of the green movement and where they fit in it. It provides you with the information that you need to live a sustainable life while enhancing the skills of people who want to work in the green economy and be acclimated to the green movement. By completing this series of courses you will be ready to “walk the walk and talk the talk.” Then you can add the CE Certificate in Sustainable Living to your resume. 
  
  Instructor
  Mark Burger
  Mark is Principal Consultant at Kestrel Development Company, providing consulting services on renewable energy policy, technology and market development.  He has over 25 years experience in renewable energy and building energy applications.  Mark is also the ISEA Board President.
  
  

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• ISEA Board Meeting

  • Start
    November 10, 2010
  •  
    07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
  • Location
    Conference Call

  Solar Tour, Education, Board elections
  

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• Steps to Owning Solar 102

  • Start
    November 13, 2010
  •  
    09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Harper College, 1200 W. Algonquin Road - Palatine, IL 60067

  Harper College is offering a Sustainable Living CE Certificate for which ISEA will be teaching Introduction to Solar.
  
  Take the next step in solar by learning more about your site and its viability for solar.  Learn how to conduct a simplified site assessment, how to calculate costs and find a qualified installer.
  
  Click here or call (847) 925-6300 to register and pay for this course through Harper College.
  
  Seminar Fee $75
  
  The Sustainable Living CE certificate benefits people who are interested in a broad based understanding of the green movement and where they fit in it. It provides you with the information that you need to live a sustainable life while enhancing the skills of people who want to work in the green economy and be acclimated to the green movement. By completing this series of courses you will be ready to “walk the walk and talk the talk.” Then you can add the CE Certificate in Sustainable Living to your resume. 
  
  Instructor
  Mark Burger
  Mark is Principal Consultant at Kestrel Development Company, providing consulting services on renewable energy policy, technology and market development.  He has over 25 years experience in renewable energy and building energy applications.  Mark is also the ISEA Board President.
  
  

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• Greenbuild International Conference & Expo - Chicago

  • Start
    November 17, 2010
  •  
    08:00 AM
  • End
    November 19, 2010
  •  
    10:00 PM
  • Location
    McCormick Place West, 2301 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60616

  With the world's largest expo hall devoted to green building, Greenbuild 2010 is the place to go to learn how green can grow your business. This year's expo hall in Chicago will showcase the latest in innovative products and services.

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• Solar Entrepreneurship

  • Start
    December 02, 2010
  •  
    09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Harper College, 1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL 60067 - Building Y, Room 108

  Harper College is offering a Sustainable Living CE Certificate for which ISEA will be teaching Introduction to Solar.
  
  Illinois is Ready for Solar and the demand for solar professionals will rise.  Learn about this field and how the markets are trending as well as the economical and business strategies to service markets.
  
  Click here or call (847) 925-6300 to register and pay for this course through Harper College.
  
  Classroom:  Building Y, Room 108
  
  Seminar Fee $75
  
  The Sustainable Living CE certificate benefits people who are interested in a broad based understanding of the green movement and where they fit in it. It provides you with the information that you need to live a sustainable life while enhancing the skills of people who want to work in the green economy and be acclimated to the green movement. By completing this series of courses you will be ready to “walk the walk and talk the talk.” Then you can add the CE Certificate in Sustainable Living to your resume. 
  
  Instructor
  Mark Burger
  Mark is Principal Consultant at Kestrel Development Company, providing consulting services on renewable energy policy, technology and market development.  He has over 25 years experience in renewable energy and building energy applications.  Mark is also the ISEA Board President.
  
  

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• Solar Architecture 203

  • Start
    December 11, 2010
  •  
    09:30 AM - 01:00 PM
  • Location
    Howard Alan Studio, 849 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL, 60614

  Register

  Howard Alan Architects has 30 years of experience as a design/build group specializing in organic architecture, passive and active solar and alternative energy conservation.
  
  Solar Architecture 203 will focus on how to incorporate passive and active solar energy into building design and why it is important.
  
  Location
  Howard Alan's Studio is in Lincoln Park about 1.5 miles east of Lake Michigan.  The entire 2nd floor is designed to capture the sun's heat and store it in the masonry walls, concrete floor, and the 5 fiberglass tubes of water.  A radiant heating system is embedded in the concrete floors for back up heat.  The building is insulated on the exterior side of the outer walls acting exactly like a winter coat to keep our body heat from radiating to a colder exterior.
  
  Instructor
  Howard Alan
  Howard is a leading urban Architect designing buildings that are sustainable and incorporate passive and active solar and alternative energy.
  
  Registration
  Members $59, member guests $49
  Non-members $79, non-member guests $79
  
  

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• ISEA Membership Meeting & Annual Report

  • Start
    December 18, 2010
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N Sacramento Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612

  Members and Public Invited
  

  
  Attend ISEA's annual report and membership meeting to learn about our accomplishments in 2010, about solar in Illinois and hear from board member candidates.
   
  
  
  

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