Solar Energy Design Workshop
Are you thinking about making the switch to solar but don't know where to start? Are you overwhelmed by the choices available for solar panels, batteries, or inverters? We offer a three day introductory course outlining the basic components that make up a home or small business system. You will learn about the current products available and trends in the solar industry. At the end of the three days you will have all the information you need to design your own system based on your personal energy consumption and budget so you can make an informed buying decision.
2019 Solar Design Workshop Schedule
Three Day Workshop
Basic Solar Energy System Design
14 January - 17 January 2019
18 February - 21 February 2019
23 April - 26 April 2019
15 July- 18 July 2019
Basic Solar Energy System Design
14 January - 17 January 2019
18 February - 21 February 2019
23 April - 26 April 2019
15 July- 18 July 2019
Cost
$300 Visitors
$250 Foreign nationals living in Central America
$200 centro americanos
$300 Visitors
$250 Foreign nationals living in Central America
$200 centro americanos
Over the course of three days you will learn the ins and outs of basic solar energy system design. We will introduce the differences between AC and DC power, the different components that that make up a system, how to determine your energy usage and ways to reduce it, and how to appropriately budget the cost of a system to meet your needs. The goal of these three days to is learn the current trends in the solar energy market in order to make an informed buying decision. We will give you a competitive analysis of the different products on the market, with a focus on products available in Central America. On the final day the participants will each present a system design including number and type of solar panels, number and type of batteries, type of charge controller, and what wattage inverter.
Workshop prices include food, lodging, instruction and course materials. Standard accommodation is provide in our dormitory. For upgrades to our private rooms or home-stay options please contact us directly at eljardinometepe@gmail.com
If you are interested in the project but think you might like to stay longer with us check out our internships. We do offer discounts for longer stays.
In addition to the costs please budget for any additional expense you may incur during your stay with us. We offer alcoholic beverages, guided tours and bicycle rentals at an additional cost. Transportation costs are not included.
In order to guarantee your place a 50 % non-refundable deposit through paypal is required.
Daily Schedule
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