Introduction to off-grid and grid-tied PV systems

Interested in solar electricity? Join Rebekah Hren to start learning with this intensive two-day class introducing both off-grid and grid-tied solar electric system basics.

Topics include an introduction to site analysis, batteries, charge controllers, metering, PV modules, and safety.

The first day will focus on grid-tied photovoltaic systems, including diagramming a system, module specifications, energy production estimates and a tour of an operating system. The second day will focus on off-grid systems and components, including diagramming a system, discussing batteries, charge controllers, metering, and a hands-on tour of an off-grid system.

All registrants will receive a one year Digital Subscription to Home Power Magazine!

Workshop will be held mostly outside. Please bring water and wear closed toe shoes, gloves and long pants.

Registration limited to 20 adults. Preregistration and payment required.

$295- Registration to the PV Workshop
$315 -Registration to the PV Workshop plus two delicious sandwiches you choose from the list below – please specify Saturday or Sunday unless you prefer to be surprised

Register online using secure Google Checkout:

Or mail your check to:

The Abundance Foundation
220 Lorax Lane #5
Pittsboro, NC 27312

Questions:

Call 919-533-5181 or
Email wow@theabundancefoundation.org

About the Instructor

Rebekah Hren has lived off-grid for a majority of the past decade, and will discuss the benefits and drawbacks of off-grid vs. grid-tied PV systems. Off-grid systems are relied on around the world for water pumping, lighting systems, and remote location applications. Grid-tied systems account for 95% of installed systems in the U.S. due to their higher efficiency and lower cost.

Sandwich Choices from the Chatham Marketplace

Avocado & Cucumber–avocado, provolone, cucumber, red onion, tomato, mayo, greens, black pepper on toasted rustic Italian bread

Cheddar Chutney–cheddar, roasted tomato chutney, arugula, red onion, on sourdough

Chicken Salad–lettuce tomato on sourdough

Cubano–roasted pork loin, ham pickles, Swiss cheese, butter, Dijon mustard on soft teleras roll

Grilled Chicken–Swiss cheese, cucumber tomato, romaine lettuce, lemon garlic aioli on foccacia

Ham & Brie–nitrate free ham & brie with red onion, arugula and honey mustard on a French baguette

Hummus & Veggie Wrap–hummus, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, red pepper, red onion, alfalfa

Mozzarella Caprese–fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, house made balsamic vinaigrette on a baguette

Portabella Wrap–grilled portabella, provolone, caramelized onions, lemon garlic aioli, lettuce

Roast Beef–locally raised rare beast, romaine lettuce, tomato, pickle, banana peppers, red onion, provolone and creamy horseradish sauce on ciabatta

Roasted Veggie Wrap–roasted veggies, goat cheese, roasted tomato, olive tapenade, red onion, spinach

Tuna Salad–lettuce, cucumber on a wrap