EAST LANSING – Are you interested in learning the basics of renewable energy systems and how they work in Michigan? Then register for the Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association’s renewable energy seminars March 5 at Michigan State University’s Kellogg Center.
The seminars will answer commonly asked questions about three of the most popular types of renewable energy applications: Solar Heating, Solar Electricity and Wind Electricity.
Schedule
9:00 – 9:30AM Energy Efficiency Primer
The wise person works to conserve as much electricity as possible before investing in renewable energy. Learn about energy efficiency improvements that you can make to your home and how to create energy saving habits. There is no additional charge for this session.
9:30 – 11:30AM Solar Water & Space Heating Systems Seminar
Learn how to use the sun’s energy for domestic uses (showers, sinks, washing machines) and for home heating. These systems are easy to install and can pay for themselves in energy savings in just a few years. This seminar provides an overview of a variety of water and space heating systems.
11:30 -12:30PM Lunch
Attendees are responsible for their own lunches.
12:30 – 2:00PM Solar Photovoltaic Electricity Seminar
Students will gain a basic understanding of the components that make up a Photovoltaic (PV) electric system and how PV works. Students in this seminar should attend the Balance of Systems session.
2:15 – 3:00PM Balance of Systems Session
A part of the PV and wind energy seminars, this session covers the components that are common to both. There is no additional charge for this session.
3:15 – 5:00PM Wind Electricity Seminar
This seminar is ideal for people who wish to learn more about wind energy technology and who are interested in installing a system. Students in this seminar should attend the Balance of Systems session.
$30 for one seminar, $40 for two, or $50 for all three. Members save $10.
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