A two day workshop covering pumping terminologies, PV modules, system sizing, and component selection. Includes pump descriptions and comparisons with information on trackers, linear current boosters, and other associated equipment. The workshop will include laboratory exercises and a system tour.

Participants will gain technical skills and a strong foundation of how to design and safely install solar-electric systems. Participants learn system sizing, site analysis, hardware specification, and component selection of BOTH stand-alone and grid-tied systems. This workshop is great for people who are seeking employment within the growing solar industry, wanting to install it on their own home, or interested in learning more about this amazing technology.

The Advanced PV workshop is designed to follow the PV Design and Installation or Utility-Interactive PV workshops with the next level of design criteria, maintenance issues and troubleshooting skills. Participants must have successfully completed either our hands-on or online PV Design & Installation workshop or Utility Interactive PV workshop (with supplemental stand-alone curriculum), or have the permission of the instructor.

Learn how to design and install code-compliant PV systems to safely produce electricity to tie into the utility's grid. Participants learn system sizing, site analysis, hardware specification, and component selection of grid-tied systems ONLY. This workshop is great for people who are seeking employment within the growing solar industry, wanting to install it on their own home, or interested in learning more about this amazing technology.

Learn how to design a complete solar electric (photovoltaic) power system without leaving your home. A six-week, Internet-based, online course of instruction with text, CD-ROM reference materials and Internet resource links. The course will be offered five times throughout the year.
Please note SEI's cancellation policy: If you cancel prior to 30 days before the workshop start date, 50% of your total tuition is non-refundable. A written cancellation is required. If you cancel within 30 days of the beginning of the workshop, your entire tuition is non-refundable.
For online courses if you elect to transfer your course enrollment to another person, there is a $50 administrative fee. If for any reason you are unable to complete the course and transfer to another session, there is a $350 fee.

A PV Design and Installation workshop geared specifically towards women. Learn how to use photovoltaic technology to produce electricity from the sun through practical design and installation of PV systems. Other presentations include PV in developing countries and discussions on issues such as being a woman in a traditionally male field.

This year, SEI is taking a new approach to "PV Industry Week". We are expanding the seminar to reach a larger audience and covering additional topics. This well-rounded seminar will provide a whole systems approach to renewable energy. Participants get to meet PV industry professionals and will receive product-specific training. Manufacturers, distributors, and installers will make commercial presentations. There will be adequate informal time encouraging participant questions and networking. Industry reps will also provide technical training on their specific products and services. The workshop includes hardware demonstrations but does not include a hands-on system installation.

This week long course provides an overview of natural building, and covers how to use solar, wind, and water power to generate electricity for homes.

PV Safety is a one-day workshop designed for PV installers/contractors, PV business owners, and anyone generally interested in finding work in the PV industry. This basic safety workshop will explore many of the hazards and safety concerns associated with installing solar electric systems.

This workshop is perfect for people needing hands-on experience with current equipment. Participants will install code compliant PV systems at SEI's PV Lab facility. Systems include stand-alone, grid-tied, and grid-tied with battery back-up.

This workshop will teach women how to use photovoltaic technology to safely produce their own electricity on-grid. Workshop participants will learn system sizing, site analysis, hardware specification, and component selection. Workshop participants will help install an operational system at a school through the Legacy School Project.

Learn to design and install photovoltaic systems for the developing world. Workshop participants learn system sizing, site analysis, hardware specification, and component selection. The workshop covers typical applications and case study examples. Install and upgrade real-world systems with current renewable energy equipment.

Learn to design and install residential wind systems, up to 100kWh/day in capacity. The workshop will cover system sizing, site analysis, installation and safety issues, and hardware specification. Learn about the different commercially available residential wind turbines, how they work, and the advantages and disadvantages of each. Get hands on experience with wind generators, and designing a wind/PV hybrid system.

This workshop will guide students through the process of building a small wind turbine from scratch. Brief sessions each day on wind generator theory will be followed by shop sessions. The workshop group will construct a working wind generator.

A wind workshop geared specifically towards women. Learn how to design and install wind generator systems, culminating in a hands-on project erecting a full-size wind generator. This workshop is taught in conjunction with the Midwest Renewable Energy Assocation.

This workshop teaches how to design a fully functional micro-hydro system. Learn site evaluation, including how to measure and estimate head and flow. Perform preliminary system sizing for mechanical and electrical power generation of 50-watt to 100-kilowatt capacities. The workshop will include field exercises and tours of operational systems.

This course covers the opportunities and evolving variations within the field of natural building. Architects, builders, and owners and students will gain an excellent introduction to the art and science of natural building materials, techniques, and design considerations, while also giving participants the opportunity to get their hands on straw bale, adobe, pressed block, cob, natural plasters and more.

If you already know the basics of straw bale construction but want to know more, this is the workshop for you. Renowned straw bale authority David Eisenberg will give participants the latest information on straw bale construction. The workshop will include brainstorming and experimentation.

Learn the principles behind designing and building residential structures that achieve optimal year-round comfort, reduce energy consumption, improve indoor air quality, and limit environmental impact.

Similar to the PV Design Online course, this six-week, self-paced online course, is for anyone interested in modern solar construction. With a focus on how-to build energy efficient, sustainable solar homes, everyone from the serious owner-builder to the professional contractor, will learn up-to-date strategies for sustainable new home construction and remodels.
Please note SEI's cancellation policy: If you cancel prior to 30 days before the workshop start date, 50% of your total tuition is non-refundable. A written cancellation is required. If you cancel within 30 days of the beginning of the workshop, your entire tuition is non-refundable.
For online courses if you elect to transfer your course enrollment to another person, there is a $50 administrative fee. If for any reason you are unable to complete the course and transfer to another session, there is a $350 fee.

Participants in this workshop will learn theory, design considerations, and installation techniques necessary to install and maintain a solar domestic hot water system.

Building professionals including architects, builders/contractors, engineers, building scientists and code officials are invited to explore the new challenges inherent in natural house building systems.

An in-depth look into the design considerations and the variety of styles and techniques of the evolving field of straw bale construction. Participants will gain hands-on experience with different techniques, discuss and experience different construction and detailing ideas, and try their hand at sample plasters.

This 3 day course provides critical information to design practical and efficient solar and radiant heating systems for energy and cost savings with comfort of underfloor heating.

This week long course provides an overview of natural building, and covers how to use solar, wind, and water power to generate electricity for homes.

Learn solar home design principles and natural building techniques in one workshop! This workshop combines the best of our Solar Home Design Principles workshop and our Designing & Building Natural Homes workshop.

Learn about plaster as both a building material and an art form. The qualities of earth, lime, cement, and gypsum plasters will be explored in relationship to natural wall systems such as straw bale, cob, and adobe.

Participants in this workshop will learn theory, design considerations, and installation techniques necessary to install and maintain a solar domestic hot water system.

This 3 day course provides critical information to design practical and efficient solar and radiant heating systems for energy and cost savings with comfort of underfloor heating.

This 1 day workshop will be for those familiar with the basic solar thermal designs and are seeking advanced skills in building solar thermal and radiant heating systems. Learn the performance ratings for these designs and go over solarheating calculations for sizing collector areas and analyzing performance.

Guest speaker will be Christopher Dymond, senior energy analyst for the Oregon Dept. of Energy, Renewable Energy Division.

Further your knowledge and skill in Solar Radiant Heating Systems. The cost of this one day workshop is $250.

Learn the fundamentals of creating a renewable fuels economy. The workshop will cover all types of renewable fuels and alternative transportation. Experts from the field will discuss how we can move away from a gasoline economy, and rely less on foreign oil. A biodiesel vehicle, electric vehicle, and other forms of alternative transportation will be on site.

Learn the fundamentals of this alternative fuel source that can be used in any diesel engine. Participants will make biodiesel fuel with locally available materials, visit existing small scale production plants, and learn from top biodiesel industry specialists.

Learn from industry specialists about hydrogen and alternative vehicles. This workshop will introduce hydrogen as a viable fuel which is being implemented today. Introduce yourself to the range of alternative vehicles in existence, and how they can work in conjunction with alternative fuels to build an oil free transportation future.

This workshop will guide students through the complete process of
converting a vehicle to electric power. Classroom sessions will be
combined with hands-on shop sessions. By the end of the workshop, the
group will have completed a running electric car conversion capable
of highway speeds and 60-80 miles range.

This workshop explores different applications for renewable energy technologies in developing countries. Participants will learn how to successfully accomplish sustainable development projects with renewable energy. Effective technology transfer methods will be presented, as well as setting up infrastructure and the economics and financing of renewable energy projects. Case studies will be presented on solar cooking, rural household electrification, appropriate building technologies, rural health care and micro-enterprises utilizing renewable energy.

This workshop includes classroom sessions and labs, and has a strong hands-on component. In Costa Rica it focuses on several main projects: solar cooking, a methane digester, and solar hot water and solar electricity upgrades and maintenance. In Nicaragua it focuses on solar electricity and solar cooking.

This workshop provides an overview of technologies which promote small scale sustainable energy and agricultural practices in the developing world. This workshop is ideal for organizations working in rural areas, people wanting to get involved in sustainable development work, and those who wish to reduce their own ecological impact.

This workshop covers current technologies being used in developing world environments that address people's housing, water, and sanitation needs in appropriate, ecological, and sustainable ways.

This course involves the construction of a residence for a low-income family in a Colonia on the U.S. border with Mexico, near Ciudad Juarez. Participants will work with local Mexicans to construct a home out of recycled and natural materials.

This course offers a general overview of the situation of water in the world, along with the main technological options for sustainable management. Consisting of a series of combined seminars and field trips, the program gives participants the basics required for proper evaluation and monitoring as well as designing simple treatment systems for different types of water.

Learn to design and install photovoltaic systems for the developing world. Workshop participants learn system sizing, site analysis, hardware specification, and component selection. The workshop covers typical applications and case study examples. Install and upgrade real-world systems with current renewable energy equipment.

This workshop provides an overview of technologies which promote small scale sustainable energy and agricultural practices in the developing world. This workshop is ideal for organizations working in rural areas, people wanting to get involved in sustainable development work, and those who wish to reduce their own ecological impact.

Produce your own fuel and potable water! IRRI-Mexico is offering an opportunity to receive professional training in biodigester systems, as well is theory and site evaluation of a number of sites for effective rainwater harvesting systems, from homes to large buildings.

The workshop offers instruction and hands-on experience in construction of all components of biosand filters.

This comprehensive intoduction to carpentry is designed for women with little or no experience with building or powertools. This week long carpentry intensive takes place in a safe non-competative, hands-on learning environment.

A PV Design and Installation workshop geared specifically towards women. Learn how to use photovoltaic technology to produce electricity from the sun through practical design and installation of PV systems. Other presentations include PV in developing countries and discussions on issues such as being a woman in a traditionally male field.

A wind workshop geared specifically towards women. Learn how to design and install wind generator systems, culminating in a hands-on project erecting a full-size wind generator. This workshop is taught in conjunction with the Midwest Renewable Energy Assocation.

This workshop will teach women how to use photovoltaic technology to safely produce their own electricity on-grid. Workshop participants will learn system sizing, site analysis, hardware specification, and component selection. Workshop participants will help install an operational system at a school through the Legacy School Project.

Educators attending this summer seminar will learn about the impacts that our energy use has on the planet and how to best teach youth about solutions: energy conservation, energy efficiency, and renewable energy technologies.

This workshop will introduce renewable energy technologies and strategies to homeowners, contractors, and renewable energy advocates.

A one-day look at the history of electricity, energy supply structure, policy issues, global impacts of energy, and the production and use of energy sources.

If you are considering launching a business in solar, do not miss this opportunity to meet and talk to successful solar business leaders in our country. Students will have a chance to learn what works and what doesn't, and will walk away with the tools to start their new business.

This week long course provides an overview of natural building, and covers how to use solar, wind, and water power to generate electricity for homes.

This workshop focuses on the practical uses of solar, wind, and water power for electric power generation. Solar thermal applications will also be discussed. There will be a special focus on eco-resorts.

This course offers a general overview of the situation of water in the world, along with the main technological options for sustainable management. Consisting of a series of combined seminars and field trips, the program gives participants the basics required for proper evaluation and monitoring as well as designing simple treatment systems for different types of water.

Learn how to design a complete solar electric (photovoltaic) power system without leaving your home. A six-week, Internet-based, online course of instruction with text, CD-ROM reference materials and Internet resource links. The course will be offered five times throughout the year.
Please note SEI's cancellation policy: If you cancel prior to 30 days before the workshop start date, 50% of your total tuition is non-refundable. A written cancellation is required. If you cancel within 30 days of the beginning of the workshop, your entire tuition is non-refundable.
For online courses if you elect to transfer your course enrollment to another person, there is a $50 administrative fee. If for any reason you are unable to complete the course and transfer to another session, there is a $350 fee.

Similar to the PV Design Online course, this six-week, self-paced online course, is for anyone interested in modern solar construction. With a focus on how-to build energy efficient, sustainable solar homes, everyone from the serious owner-builder to the professional contractor, will learn up-to-date strategies for sustainable new home construction and remodels.
Please note SEI's cancellation policy: If you cancel prior to 30 days before the workshop start date, 50% of your total tuition is non-refundable. A written cancellation is required. If you cancel within 30 days of the beginning of the workshop, your entire tuition is non-refundable.
For online courses if you elect to transfer your course enrollment to another person, there is a $50 administrative fee. If for any reason you are unable to complete the course and transfer to another session, there is a $350 fee.

This course is designed to follow the PV Design & Installation workshop or the PV Design Online course with the next level of design criteria and maintenance issues. This course heavily emphasizes the United States National Electrical Code as it pertains to PV systems, and is especially useful for people who currently work in, or plan to be employed in the PV industry.
Please note SEI's cancellation policy: If you cancel prior to 30 days before the workshop start date, 50% of your total tuition is non-refundable. A written cancellation is required. If you cancel within 30 days of the beginning of the workshop, your entire tuition is non-refundable.
For online courses if you elect to transfer your course enrollment to another person, there is a $50 administrative fee. If for any reason you are unable to complete the course and transfer to another session, there is a $350 fee.