Today's solar training programs vary widely in quality and depth, with many providers offering online learning that has made technical education more accessible than ever—and that's a good thing. But the quality of a training program is often closely tied to how well it reflects the realities of today's solar work. The best programs ...
It may sound obvious, but vocational training should reflect the industry it prepares you for. Doing so requires real knowledge and commitment — knowing what is actually happening in the industry and having the ability to act on it. Courses age, content needs refreshing, and technology shifts. At SEI, keeping pace with solar is ...
Solar Energy International (SEI) is proud to deepen our partnership with Solar Tech Collective (STC) as we expand our continuing education offerings for the clean energy workforce. STC brings a wealth of experience to this collaboration—not only as instructors and curriculum developers for SEI’s non-profit mission, but also as trusted industry leaders shaping the ...
Solar Energy International (SEI) will be offering two technical workshops during The Energy Expo in Miami, Florida, August 20 -21, 2024. Each session will be offered in both English and Spanish, and attendees will earn NABCEP credits. These workshops are designed for industry professionals looking to enhance their knowledge and earn continuing education credits ...
A dear friend, mentor, and solar pioneer Dear friends, It is with a heavy heart that we are writing you today to honor the life and legacy of Johnny Weiss—a trailblazer in solar energy, a teacher to thousands, a rebel with a radiant cause, and a friend whose light touched every corner of this world. ...
In the evolving landscape of renewable energy, grid-direct photovoltaic (PV) systems have become the most common solar installation type over the past decade. These systems offer a practical and often economical entry point into solar energy production for homes and businesses. Let's explore how these systems work, their variations, and when they might be ...
Paonia, CO., 2/11/2025 - Solar Energy International (SEI), a leading provider of renewable energy education, announced today that REC Group LLC has strengthened their partnership with a $25,000 contribution to expand SEI's Native American Scholarship Program, increasing access to solar energy education and career opportunities for Native American communities. The funding will allow SEI ...
Paonia, CO., 1/28/2025 - Solar Energy International (SEI), a leading provider of renewable energy education, has been awarded a $500,000 grant from Invest in Our Future, a fiscally sponsored project of RF Catalytic Capital, a subsidiary of The Rockefeller Foundation. The grant represents the single largest foundation support in SEI's history and will significantly expand ...
Paonia, CO., 1/16/2025 - Solar Energy International (SEI), a leading provider of renewable energy education, announces a groundbreaking partnership with Illumination Solar to enhance hands-on solar training accessibility across the United States. This collaboration integrates Illumination's innovative mobile solar labs with SEI's comprehensive in-person classroom curriculum, creating a powerful combination of theoretical knowledge and ...
Mark your calendars for an unmissable solar industry event! We're heading to Intersolar & Energy Storage North America from February 25-27, 2025, bringing our expertise in renewable energy education to one of the industry's premier gatherings. Dive into our comprehensive technical training workshop (see below) designed to enhance your solar expertise. Our sessions will ...
