Are you interested in learning the basics of Renewable Energy systems and how they can work in Michigan? Then the Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association's (GLREA) Renewable Energy Seminars are for you.

These seminars answer commonly asked questions about different types of renewable energy applications, Solar Water & Space Heating, Solar Electricity and Wind Energy.

9:00 - 9:30AM
Energy Efficiency Primer
The wise person works to conserve as much electricity as possible before investing in renewable energy. Learn about energy efficiency improvements that you can make to your home and how to make energy efficient habits.

9:30 - 11:30AM
Solar Water & Space Heating Systems
Learn how to use the sun's energy for domestic uses (showers, sinks, washing machines) and for home heating. These systems are easy to install and often pay for themselves in energy savings in just a few years. This seminar provides an overview of a variety of water and space heating systems.

11:30 -12:30PM LUNCH

12:30 - 2:00PM
Solar Photovoltaic Electric Technology
Students will gain a basic understanding of the components that make up a Photovoltaic (PV) electric system and how PV works. Students in this seminar should attend the Balance of Systems session.

2:15 - 3:00PM
Balance of Systems
A part of the PV and wind energy seminars, this session covers the components that are common to both. There is no additional charge for this session.

3:15 - 5:00PM
Wind Electricity
This seminar is ideal for people who wish to learn more about wind energy technology and who are interested in installing a system. Students in this seminar should attend the Balance of Systems session.

COSTS
One Workshop $30 (GLREA Members - $20)
Two Workshops $40 (GLREA Members - $30)
Three Workshops $50 (GLREA Members - $40)

To register or for more information, please contact GLREA:
tel: 800-434-9788, email: info@glrea.org, website: www.glrea.org