Mick is one of the founders of the Midwest Renewable Energy Association and has served as president of its board since 1991. He writes articles on wind power for numerous renewable energy publications, and has done consulting on various major renewable energy projects around the world. The intent of this three day class is to create a comfortable, safe environment where women can dissolve inhibitions surrounding carpentry and power tools. Daily hands-on components will familiarize students with tool use and method and each participant will construct a tool carrier of their own as a final project. These workshops are intended to provide women with a supportive learning atmosphere.
Many women have little or no electrical experience.
Due to women's lack of training in technology, they may be wary of attending a coed course with men who have grown up using power tools. An all women workshop may help overcome the social, political and economic barriers that keep women from entering the PV field.