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  • Mounting by roof type: Experts share tips for all residential solar installs

    Before mounting a PV array on any residential roof, Jolene Ciosek, marketing for EcoFasten Solar, says it’s critical to inspect the homeowner’s roof. In addition to evaluating the structure of the building and the roof, check the age and type of roof in order to determine the correct steps neededRead More — Solar Builder magazine

  • First U.S. veterans complete Solar Ready Vets training program

    As part of the solar industry’s job report, SEIA always mentions the number of U.S. veterans the industry plans to employ. We reported this week that veterans now comprise 8 percent of the total workforce, but that number looks to increase now that the Department of Energy’s Solar Ready VetsRead More — Solar Builder magazine

  • PV in schools: Education sector is one of solar’s best opportunities

    Organizations in every industry are impacted by societal demands for environmental responsibility, and the education sector is no exception. Across the country, colleges, universities and K-12 schools are rising to the challenge. In fact, according to “The Solar Foundation’s 2014 report, Brighter Future: a Study on Solar in U.S. Schools,”Read More — Solar Builder magazine

  • Sungevity Survey Reveals U.S. Parents Committed To Solar

    A recent survey of parents commissioned by Sungevity, a global provider of solar services, revealed that parents are committed to teaching their children about alternative energy sources.  With families prioritizing alternative energy choices, Sungevity launched a new brand marketing campaign, “See Solar Differently.” Of the parents surveyed, 81 percent areRead More — Solar Builder magazine

  • APS America Offers Microinverter Training in California

    CALIFORNIA – APS America, CFM Equipment Distributors and US Solar Distributing are offering in-depth installation and setup training for solar installers on March 25 and 26 in northern California. The course will focus on photovoltaic (PV) system installation and cost savings associated with an APS microinverter line. Participants who attend the training courseRead More — Solar Builder magazine