Agenda

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Thursday, December 29, 2022
9:00 – 11:00 am CST

 

Presented by
 Jeff Gilbert

Agenda 
Coupling Solar PV with Battery Storage
A basic introduction to concepts
The argument for adding energy storage
Energy storage technologies
DC Coupling vs. AC coupling
Design considerations
Economics of solar plus storage 

 

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Credits

Professional Engineers:
2.0 PDHs

Architects:
2.0 HSW CE Hours
2.0 AIA LU|HSW

International Code Council:
.2 CEUs (Energy)

 

Continuing Education Credit Information 
This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 2.0 PDHs for professional engineers and 2.0 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects in all states. 

 HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers in Florida (Provider No. 0004647), Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland, New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00000700) and North Carolina (S-0130). HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education sponsor for New York engineers and architects via its registration with the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (Regulations of the Commissioner §68.14(i)(2) and §69.6(i)(2)). Other states do not preapprove continuing education providers or courses. 

The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 2.0 LU|HSWs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES. 

 The International Code Council has approved this event for .2 CEUs in the specialty area of Energy (Preferred Provider No. 1232). 

 Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the webinar for those who attend the entire course and score a minimum 80% on the quiz that follows the course (multiple attempts allowed) 

Speakers

Jeff Gilbert

Owner, President of Azimuth Solar LLC

Mr. Gilbert brings over 26 years of experience in the renewable energy industry and holds a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering. He provides solar energy consulting, training and inspection services within the solar energy and real estate industries. Under Azimuth Solar, in 2018 Mr. Gilbert was contracted by the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) to write a report entitled Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Plant Commissioning Best Practices. From 2013 to 2016 he served as director of operations and maintenance (O&M) for Vigilant Energy Management, overseeing a portfolio of over 100 commercial PV systems. In 2000 Mr. Gilbert co-founded Chesapeake Solar, a leading mid-Atlantic solar energy company. In 2008 his company was listed on Inc. Magazine’s 500 fastest-growing small companies, and later that same year the company was acquired by groSolar, one of the nation’s leading solar energy companies at the time. He served on the board of directors for the local chapter of the Solar Energy Industries Association (MDV-SEIA) and was chair of the Potomac Region Solar Energy Association (PRSEA) for four years starting in 1998. Mr. Gilbert has been certified by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) for both thermal and photovoltaic systems.

AIA Info

AIA Provider Statement:

HalfMoon Education Inc. is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J885. All registered AIA/CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider of learning program may be sent to AIA/CES (cesupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

This learning program is registered with AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA/CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.

Course Title: Focus on Coupling Solar PV with Battery Storage: Latest Developments and Trends

Delivery Method: Live Online

Course Description: This course examines the latest developments and trends in battery storage technology for solar PV. Learners will be introduced to the fundamental concepts and will have the opportunity to explore and discuss design considerations for energy storage technology.

Learning Objectives:

Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to explain the fundamental concepts of solar PV/battery storage coupling, and make the environmental and business case for adding additional battery storage.

Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to describe energy storage technologies.

Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to differentiate between DC coupling and AC coupling, and determining the appropriate use for each.

Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to discuss and manage design considerations when working on solar PV projects.

LUs: 2.0                                                                                              LU Type: LU|HSWs.

Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of solar PV/renewable energy concepts

Advance Preparation: None

Program Level: Intermediate

Course Expiration Date: 10/07/2024

Complaint Resolution Policy:

Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to fchapman@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.