The Minnesota Renewable Energy Society (MRES) is hosting a workshop, Introduction to Renewable Energy Technology Alternatives and Options, which will cover solar PV (electric); solar hot water and space heating; passive solar and active solar hot air heating; wind energy; energy efficiency; renewable energy environmental issues and costs; rebates and incentives; financing options; and green and renewable energy career opportunities. The workshop will be held Saturday, July 18, 2009 from 8:30am–5:00pm at Flannery Construction, 1375 St. Anthony Avenue, St. Paul, MN.
Who Should Attend? This class is for homeowners, community leaders, business owners, green and RE job seekers, people interested in RE, and the general public (intended for age 18 and over).
Instructors: (over 100 years of combined industry experience)
Energy Efficiency, Rebates, Incentives, and Financing Options
- Jimmie Sparks – Neighborhood Energy Connection
Building Design, Passive Solar, Day-Lighting, and Remodeling Considerations - Loren Abraham – Abraham + Associates Architects
Renewable Energy Installation Case Studies: Successes and Lessons Learned - Ralph Jacobson – Innovative Power Systems
Renewable Energy Career Opportunities and State of Minnesota RE Incentives - Stacy Miller – Minnesota Department of Commerce, Minnesota Office of Energy Security
