Solar cooling and shading methods and a field trip to local solar homes. This workshop is designed to provide participants with hands-on experience with solar photovoltaic systems. It will consist of theory along with practical application and assembly. The last day of class will give participants the opportunity to practice their new skills by powering an outdoor garden fountain and other items for our demonstration project and picnic luncheon. Homes feature passive solar space heating, solar water heating and solar electric power systems of all types.
Presentations cover current technologies, public policy issues and interconnection issues.