Streamlining Solar Workshop
This unique, free one-day workshop is designed to streamline integrating solar into NYC by bringing together the experts who can help take you from plans to rooftop. Topics covered include:
  • Connecting to the grid (Con Edison) 
  • Electrical code & NYC Property Tax Abatement (Department of Buildings) 
  • Applying for incentives (NYSERDA)
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Solar Professionals Seminars
Three seminars are available that cover every solar topic under the sun. Sign up for one, or for the full series:

  • Getting a Job in the Solar Industry:
    This 3-hour seminar is a basic ‘101’ for anyone interested in learning what it takes to successfully enter the solar field.
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  • Selling Solar in NY, NJ, and LI:
    Making the financial case for solar to your customers. This seminar will discuss the factors determining system size, how to calculate electric bill savings, determining rebates, tax credits, RECs (renewable energy credits), costs of permits and engineering, and determining financial payback and ROI (return on investment).
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  • Navigating Through the Challenges of NYC Solar PV:
    Obtaining permits, approvals and incentives. This 3-hour seminar is designed for solar contractors and sub-contractors looking to understand the process for obtaining permits, approvals and incentives for solar PV systems in NYC. The challenges are equal to the opportunities, and learning who to deal with and how to get it done will help your cash flow and ensure that your customers receive the full incentives available. Sample templates and tips for completing all the required documents will be included.
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RETScreen Workshop
RETScreen is a powerful software program that allows users to estimate costs, analyze risks, and make decisions about solar installations. Professionals in the renewable energy business will benefit from having a thorough understanding of this program.
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Introduction to Sustainable Technologies and CSE Programs
This seminar is for people interested in moving into the world of sustainable technologies and plan to register for courses through the Center. The seminar will present a holistic look at several technologies and class offerings and how they relate to each other.
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How to Put Together a Solar Thermal Package
An A-Z for Realtors, Developers, Coop Boards and Homeowners that walks you through the process of commissioning and financing a solar thermal system.
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