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Free Energy Education
Offered by PG&E
Many don't know about PG&E's extensive training program for contractors, builders, energy consultants, architects, engineers, code officials, and others as indicated by the "Quick Reference Guide" attached. ALL of these classes are offered for free!
Art Childers, Lead Inspector/Consultant at MFC, took the Basics of Photovoltaic Systems for Grid-Tied Applications course and found it immensely beneficial. He learned in 8 hours what it had taken him 6 months to gather on his own.
The classes provide instruction, discussion, and hands-on training.
* The latest heating, ventilation, and
air-conditioning (HVAC) technology
* Proper use, installation, maintenance,
and the features and benefits of
energy-efficient windows, insulation
materials and HVAC systems
* Evaluation and measurement
techniques to support potential
energy efficiency projects for
commercial and industrial facilities
* Support for completion of incentive
program applications
Courses also focus on:
* "Systems approach" to helping
customers save energy
* The contrasts between the current and
the most advanced residential and
non-residential building and
operating technologies
* Exchange of ideas by networking with
others in your field
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