SEI NW workshops, Spring 2003 [RE-wrenches]

Wed Dec 25 08:28:49 PST 2002

Max.
Take the "s" off of the html  and try it. It worked that way for me.
Happy Holidays to everyone in Wrench Land.
SUNcerely,
Frank Fowler
Crystal Pines Alternative Energy
4408 Pine Cluster Ln. Yankee Hill, CA. 95965
530-532-1972
www.solarenergy-alt.com
cpae1 at direcway.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "Max Balchowsky" <max at seesolar.com>
To: <RE-wrenches at topica.com>
Sent: Tuesday, December 24, 2002 9:23 PM
Subject: Re: SEI NW workshops, Spring 2003 [RE-wrenches]

> Ian, I could not get the link that was in your e-mail to open
> (http://www.solarenergy.org/reepgen.htmls)
>
> Max
> SEE systems
> www.seesolar.com
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Ian Woofenden, Home Power" <ian.woofenden at homepower.com>
> To: <Recipient>; <List>; <Suppressed:>
> Sent: Friday, December 20, 2002 1:04 PM
> Subject: SEI NW workshops, Spring 2003 [RE-wrenches]
>
>
> >
> > Please spread the word to your friends, relations, and colleagues!
> >
> > Solar Energy International (SEI) is presenting four workshops in
> > Washington state in April 2003:
> >
> > April 5: Intro to Renewable Energy * Tuition $75
> > April 7-12: PV Design & Installation * Tuition $550
> > April 14-19: Homebuilt Wind Generators with Hugh Piggott * Tuition $550
> > April 21-24: Microhydro-Electric Systems * Tuition $450
> >
> > See below for more information. You can register through SEI in
> > Colorado (contact info below). See SEI's cancellation policy and
> > other details at http://www.solarenergy.org/reepgen.html before you
> > register.
> >
> > Lodging and logistics information for the workshops is available upon
> request.
> >
> > A full pictorial report on our last workshop with Hugh Piggott is
> > available at
> > http://homepages.enterprise.net/hugh0piggott/SEIpics/index.htm
> >
> > I hope you can join us. Don't wait until the last minute to register.
> > We turned people away last time around.
> >
> > Regards,
> >
> > Ian Woofenden
> > Solar Energy International NW Coordinator
> > Senior Editor, Home Power magazine
> >
> > Please pardon on duplications of this mailing. Let me know and I'll
> > try to track them down and eliminate them.
> >
> > ---
> > Introduction to Renewable Energy
> > Overview of solar, wind, and water power
> > Classroom sessions & system tours
> > Saturday, April 5 - Tuition: $75
> >
> > Solar-Electric (PV) Design and Installation
> > Learn to use solar-electric technology!
> > Classroom sessions, tours, and complete installation
> > Monday-Saturday, April 7-12 - Tuition: $550
> >
> > Homebuilt Wind Generators
> > How to build wind generators-from scratch!
> > Classroom and shop sessions
> > Guest Instructor: Hugh Piggott, Scoraig Wind Electric, Scoraig, Scotland
> > Monday-Saturday, April 14-19 - Tuition: $550
> >
> > Microhydro-Electric Systems
> > Harness small streams for home independence!
> > Classroom sessions, labs, system tours, and hands-on work
> > Monday-Thursday, April 21-24 - Tuition: $450
> >
> > Classroom sessions will be held at Guemes Island Community Center.
> >
> > *****
> >
> > INTRODUCTION TO RENEWABLE ENERGY
> > This is an overview workshop of solar-electric, wind-electric, and
> > microhydro-electric technologies. Participants   will learn how to
> > evaluate each resource and plan for high quality systems. Tours of
> > renewable energy systems will supplement classroom sessions.
> > Topics Include:
> > * Why Renewables?
> > * Solar-Electric, Wind-Electric, & Microhydro-Electric Systems
> > * System Siting & Design Principles
> > * Energy Conservation & Efficiency
> > * Resources for Further Study
> >
> > SOLAR-ELECTRIC (PV) DESIGN and INSTALLATION
> > Learn to use photovoltaic technology to produce your own electricity.
> > Workshop participants learn system sizing, site analysis, hardware
> > specification, and component selection. Install a complete,
> > operational system in the field with current renewable energy
> > equipment. This workshop is for the novice who wants to use PV and
> > for those seeking employment in the solar industry
> > Topics include:
> > * Basics of Electricity
> > * PV System Components & Sizing
> > * Energy Efficient Appliances
> > * Solar Site Analysis
> > * Electrical Wiring
> >
> > Other activities include:
> > * Tours of PV Residences
> > * Industry Guest Speakers
> > * Laboratory Exercises
> > * Hands-on Field Installation
> >
> > HOMEBUILT WIND GENERATORS
> > Participants in this workshop will learn to build a working wind
> > generator from scratch. This is a shop class, and will  include
> > carving blades, winding alternators, and constructing and assembling
> > all parts of a wind generator.
> > Topics include:
> > * Designing and carving wooden blades
> > * Alternator theory and design
> > * Winding coils
> > * Fitting magnets into homebuilt alternators
> > * Governing systems
> > * Yaw and tail design & construction
> > * Wiring & fabrication
> > * Construction details
> >
> > Guest Instructor: Hugh Piggott of Scoraig Wind Electric, Scoraig,
Scotland
> > For more information, see
> http://homepages.enterprise.net/hugh0piggott/buildyo
> >
> > MICRO-HYDRO ELECTRIC SYSTEMS
> > This workshop teaches how to design a fully functional micro-hydro
> > electric system. Learn site evaluation, including how to measure and
> > estimate head and flow. Perform preliminary system sizing and design
> > for mechanical and electrical power generation of 50 watt to 100
> > kilowatt capacities. The workshop will include classroom sessions,
> > tours of systems, lab sessions, and a tour of Canyon Industries, a
> > hydro turbine manufacturer.
> > Topics Include:
> > * System Components
> > * Turbine Types
> > * AC & DC Systems
> > * Site Analysis & System Design
> > * Battery Storage & Controls
> > * Troubleshooting & Maintenance
> > * Hybrid Systems
> > * Case Studies
> >
> >
> > Registration:
> > Solar Energy International
> > PO Box 715
> > Carbondale, CO 81623
> > 970-963-8855
> > Fax: 970-963-8866
> > sei at solarenergy.org
> > www.solarenergy.org
> >
> > Information, logistics, and lodging
> > Ian Woofenden, SEI NW Workshops Coordinator
> > PO Box 1001, Anacortes, WA 98221
> > 360-293-7448 (home), Fax: 360-293-7034
> > ian.woofenden at homepower.com
> >
> > --
> > Ian Woofenden <ian.woofenden at homepower.com>
> > Associate Editor, Home Power magazine
> > Editors are Professional Idiots - We misunderstand text so our readers
> won't.
> >
> > HP subscriptions: $22.50 per year
> > PO Box 520, Ashland, OR 97520 USA
> > 800-707-6585 (US), 530-475-0830
> > Or download current issue at <http://www.homepower.com>
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