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  • - A radical idea to get a high-renewable electric grid

    This is an interesting approach to optaining very high penetration of renewables such as photovoltaics and wind.  At present most large installations operate under Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) wherein the economics are based on a sell all output at predetermined prices. This contrasts with standalone systems wherein the system size Read More
  • - Breakthrough Batteries Powering the Era of Clean Electrification

    - Breakthrough Batteries Powering the Era of Clean Electrification Battery Storage Costs Drop Dramatically, Making Way to a New Era. A recent Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) report continues to confirm that clean electrification through batteries is advancing at impressive rates. Very interesting report: Breakthrough Batteries- Powering the Era of Clean Electrification Read More
  • - Interesting Technology

    An assortment of links to interesting information   Semiconductor Nanowires Could Double the Efficiency of Silicon Solar Cells A p/n semiconductor junction is not the only way of converting sunshine into useful electrical energy.  Light consists of a flow of photons of various energy levels (colors).  See this article-Solar Cells.  Nanowires Read More
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Solar energy education takes on many forms - from a certificate program for professionals to topic-specific instruction for the DIY individual. Formal education is offered by universities, community colleges, technical colleges and on-line programs.  Whether you are looking for an educational offering for passive solar design, photovoltaic or solar water heating -- the State of Arizona has many organizations that teach concepts and applications of solar energy usage.  The following institutions have offered courses in the past. You may contact them directly for more information.

  • Arizona State University
    Lightworks at Arizona State University: ASU LightWorks
    ASU Lightworks is an umbrella organization of laboratories, departments, research centers and individual researchers with a focus on various forms of alternative energy sources, primarily solar, bioenergy and energy storage.
  • Chandler-Gilbert Community College
  • Coconino Community College
  • Gentle Strength University
  • Northern Arizona University
    Clean Energy Research and Education at Northern Arizona University: NAU - Clean Energy Research and Education
    The Clean Energy Research and Education Group provides society with broadly educated energy experts and new technologies, and helps shape energy decision-making in both the private and public sectors while increasing the public's energy literacy.
  • Pima Community College
  • Prescott College
    Environmental Studies and Sustainability curriculum and degree programs. Visit Prescott College Website for more information.
  • University of Arizona
    AzRISE at University of Arizona: Arizona Research Institute for Energy Solutions
    AzRISE (Arizona Research Institute for Energy Solutions) is a hub for cross-college energy science, policy and technology research and development, which benefits the public and enhances the land-grant mission of the University of Arizona. The Institute is a platform for energy experts, who work closely with industry, NGOs, government, and communities to address emerging energy challenges and opportunities.

 

Other:

  • Arizona Science Center - Call (602) 716-2000) to inquire about next offering.
  • Solar Institute - Visit the Solar Institute's Website for class locations/times.
  • Solar on-Line Learning Center - Solar Online provides training and education for employment and professional advancement in the renewable energy and sustainable building industries. Visit Solar on-Line's Website for class locations/times.
  • SolarAccess.com on-Line Courses - Visit Solar on-Line's Website for class locations/times.
  • IREC Workforce Education - Click here

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    About The Arizona Solar Center Arizona Solar Center Mission- The mission of the Arizona Solar Center is to enhance the utilization of renewable energy, educate Arizona's residents on solar technology developments, support commerce and industry in the development of solar and other sustainable technologies and coordinate these efforts throughout the state of Arizona. About the Arizona Solar Center- The Arizona Solar Center (AzSC) provides a broad-based understanding of solar energy, especially as it pertains to Arizona. Registered Read More
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