Why Hands-On Training Matters in Solar Education

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 ...

By |2026-06-03T12:04:40-06:00June 3rd, 2026|Categories: Solar Training (Electric)|Comments Off on Why Hands-On Training Matters in Solar Education

Why We Redesigned Our Foundational Solar Course, PVOL101

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 ...

By |2026-05-12T09:57:32-06:00May 12th, 2026|Categories: Solar Training (Electric)|Comments Off on Why We Redesigned Our Foundational Solar Course, PVOL101

SEI & Solar Tech Collective (STC) Expand Training Partnership

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 ...

By |2025-10-29T09:51:47-06:00October 29th, 2025|Categories: Solar Training (Electric), Uncategorized|Comments Off on SEI & Solar Tech Collective (STC) Expand Training Partnership

Solar Training at The Energy Expo 2025

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 ...

By |2025-07-31T09:47:10-06:00July 31st, 2025|Categories: Solar Training (Electric), Special Events|Comments Off on Solar Training at The Energy Expo 2025

In Loving Memory of Johnny Weiss

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. ...

By |2025-07-15T10:10:13-06:00July 14th, 2025|Categories: Solar Training (Electric)|Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Johnny Weiss

Understanding Grid-Direct Solar Systems: Configurations and Applications

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 ...

By |2025-03-17T11:21:39-06:00March 13th, 2025|Categories: Learning, Solar Training (Electric)|Comments Off on Understanding Grid-Direct Solar Systems: Configurations and Applications

REC Group Awards $25,000 for Native American Solar Training Scholarships at SEI

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 ...

By |2025-02-11T08:18:01-07:00February 11th, 2025|Categories: Charitable Programs, Solar Training (Electric)|Comments Off on REC Group Awards $25,000 for Native American Solar Training Scholarships at SEI

SEI Receives Historic $500,000 Grant to Advance Renewable Energy Education & Scholarships

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 ...

By |2025-02-04T11:58:18-07:00January 27th, 2025|Categories: Charitable Programs, Solar Training (Electric)|Comments Off on SEI Receives Historic $500,000 Grant to Advance Renewable Energy Education & Scholarships

Solar Energy International (SEI) and Illumination Solar Forge Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Solar Education

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 ...

By |2025-01-16T07:44:50-07:00January 15th, 2025|Categories: Solar Training (Electric)|Comments Off on Solar Energy International (SEI) and Illumination Solar Forge Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Solar Education

Join SEI at Intersolar & Energy Storage North America 2025

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 ...

By |2025-01-08T07:50:49-07:00January 7th, 2025|Categories: Solar Training (Electric), Special Events|Comments Off on Join SEI at Intersolar & Energy Storage North America 2025