Transcript Green Education - West Palm Beach, Florida

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Put simply: The ultimate goal of any educational endeavor is to
provide information and knowledge in the appropriate format
that allows the student to understand the options and make the
best informed decisions.
Renewable Green Energy Company based in Palm Beach County that was
formed for the sole purpose of creating and providing Green Energy
educational platforms and programs.
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The Company and the Educational Team are headed by a Doctorate of
Education, 4 Masters Level Educators and 3 Green Energy Industry Specialists.
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The Company currently provides Green Educational Programs (RSP Green™)
for the individual consumer, educational institutions, corporations, developers,
municipalities and green job seekers.
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The Company’s management is on the Board of Directors for the National
Green Energy Council.
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The Company has two (2) NSF Educational Grants Pending
The Company is currently collaborating with the GEC to open the Nation’s 1st
Green Energy Resource Center in Downtown West Palm Beach by April 2010
AN EDUCATIONAL ENDEAVOR THAT IS SPECIFIC
TO A KNOWLEDGE BASE AND INFORMATION
DIRECTLY RELATED TO ANY AREA OF
RENEWABLE GREEN ENERGY TECHNOLOGY ,
SUSTAINABILITY PRACTICES AND APPLICATIONS.
CONSUMERS
STUDENTS
JOB
POLICY
Green Jobs
Renewable Energy
Financing
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SEEKERS NEEDS
INDUSTRY
Educational
Opportunities
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Cap and Trade - market-based policy tool for curbing carbon emissions. First, an environmental
regulator sets an aggressive cap or maximum limit on carbon emission allowance. Then, emission
sources are given the opportunity to design their own compliance strategy to meet the overall reduction requirement. This includes
the sale or purchase of carbon credits, installation of pollution controls, and implementation of efficiency measures, among other
options.
Carbon Credits- part of the cap and trade approach to reducing emissions.
Credits serve as the
units of carbon emissions that can be purchased and sold between participating sources (companies, countries, etc.) in order to meet
the cap on carbon emissions allowance. Example: If Company A generates 100 tons of emissions over the cap and Company B
generates 100 tons under the cap, Company A can buy credits from Company B in order to meet the cap.
Carbon Footprint- the impact that human activities have on the environment in terms of the amount of greenhouse gases
produced through energy use, travel, food choices, etc., measured in tons of carbon dioxide.
Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS)-
is a regulation that requires the increased production of energy from
renewable energy sources, such as wind, solar, biomass, and geothermal. Another common name for the same concept is renewable
electricity standard (RES).
Feed- In Tariff - is a policy mechanism designed to encourage the adoption of renewable energy sources. It typically includes
three key provisions: 1) guaranteed grid access, 2) long-term contracts for the electricity produced, and 3) purchase prices that are
methodologically based on the cost of renewable energy generation.[3]
Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) - is a legal contract between an electricity generator and a power purchaser. The
power purchaser purchases energy, and sometimes also capacity and/or ancillary services, from the electricity generator. Such
agreements play a key role in the financing of independently owned (i.e. not owned by a utility) electricity generating assets.
Carbon Neutral - refers to achieving net zero carbon emissions by balancing a measured amount of carbon released with an
equivalent amount sequestered or offset.
Net Metering- Electricity generated by Solar PV above the needed amount is credited back to
the household generating it in monies by the utility company.
Green Collar Jobs- jobs within both environmental and conventional industries that
incorporate sustainable practices and materials. Green collar jobs contribute to environmental
protection and restoration.
DSIRE – Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy & Efficiency
IREC- Interstate Renewable Energy Council
NAPCEP- North American Board of Certified Engineers and Practitioners
FSEC – Florida Solar Energy Council
NEED Project - National Energy Education Development Project
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE)
Green Technology Definitions- Solar PV, Solar Thermal, Wind Turbine, Geo-Thermal…
Sustainability - According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, sustainability
means meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future
generations to meet their own needs.
Navigating the Educational
Green Landscape
What are the specific needs and requirements of the intended
audience or participant?
WWW.IRECUSA.ORG 2009
DSIRE: www.dsireusa.org
Department of Energy: www.energy.gov
Florida Solar Energy Center: www.fsec.ucf
Interstate Renewable Energy Council: www.irecusa.org
North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners: www.nabcep.org
Association of Energy Engineers: www.aeesolar.com
U.S. Green Building Council: www.usgbc.org/leed
Green Energy Council: www.greenenergycouncil.org
Department of Labor: www.dol.gov
INDUSTRY EXECUTIVE
TECHNICAL
INSTALLERS
HOME OWNER &
ENTHUSIASTS
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Retail information; i.e., Home Depot, Lowes, etc.
Library Resources
Internet Resources (see list of affiliates)
Installation Companies
Environmental Groups
Community Seminars
Industry Workshops
Private Green Tech Educational Companies
Community College Extended Educational Programs
Workforce Advocacy Groups
What makes (Geothermal) heat pumps
over 300% efficient? A geothermal system is the
total comfort system with the lowest overall
cost. With most ordinary systems, overall operating
costs are based on the efficiency of more than one
system - a fossil fuel furnace, a central air conditioner
and a water heater. With a geothermal system, all
operations are handled by one system, assuring that
efficiency and savings are achieved in all areas. In
addition, system maintenance and life span should
not be overlooked. For instance, ordinary systems
frequently require regular maintenance for the
furnace and the air conditioner. However, a
geothermal system requires little or no maintenance
Heating Cycle
During
the heating
cycle, thechecks
fluid circulates
through
loop extracting heat from the ground. The heat energy is transferred to the geothermal unit.
beyond
periodic
and
filterthechanges.
The unit compresses the extracted heat to a high temperature and delivers it to your home through a normal duct system or radiant heat system.
When faced with the purchase of a new heating,
Cooling
cooling, and water heating system, you have
twoCycle
For cooling, the process is simply reversed. Because the earth is much cooler than the air temperatures on a hot day, the geothermal system
choices; either burn money with an ordinary system
removes heat from the home and deposits into the ground. The fluid is cooled by the ground temperatures and returned to the unit for cooling your home.
or save it with a geothermal system.
HEATING
COOLING
 Department of Education NEED Project K-12 Energy Educational Program devised
by a national team of educators.
 BA Degrees in Sustainability Management and Environmental Studies; i.e.,
Warren University, University of North Carolina, UCF, University of Maine,
Washington State University.
 Universities/Colleges that are creating multiple pathways to Renewable Green
Energy Degree Programs and living laboratories; i.e., Lane Community College, State
University of New York (SUNY), North Carolina State University (DSIRE), University of
California at Los Angeles (UCLA), Wayne State University, University of Nevada,
Stanford University, Auburn University.
 Colleges offering Extended Educational Programs (Non-Degree) that are accredited.
 Institute for Sustainable Power Quality (ISPQ) credentialed programs sanctioned by
IREC offered through either public or private organizations.
 Internet Programs.
http://www.green-technology.org/what.htm
AACC American Association of Community Colleges
AASCU American Association of State Colleges & Universities
AASHE Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education
ACCED-I Association of Collegiate Conference & Events Directors - International
ACE American Council on Education
ACPA College Student Educators International
ACUHO-I Association of College & University Housing Officers International
AGB Association of Governing Boards of Universities & Colleges
APPA Association of Higher Education Facilities Officers
CCCU Council of Christian Colleges & Universities
NACA National Association for Campus Activities
NACUBO National Association of College & University Business Officers
NAEP National Association of Educational Procurement
NAICU National Association of Independent Colleges & Universities
NIRSA National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association
SCUP Society for College & University Planning
Committed to the advancement of sustainability throughout higher education
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NABCEP Introduction to PV Solar Installations
Private/Public Sector Provider Programs; i.e., GEC,
Boots on the Roof, BioSolutions, FSEC, etc.
Community Resource Outreach Programs; i.e.,
Workforce Alliance, City of WPB, GERC
Colleges providing Certification Programs (nondegree) as Extended Learning-PBCC
Company Green Educational Offerings and
Apprenticeships (OJT)
Department of Labor, Union and Veterans Sponsored
Programs
On Line Sponsored Internet Green Training Programs
www.solarenergy.org/workshops/
ST101: Solar Hot Water
Participants in this workshop will learn theory, design considerations, and installation techniques necessary to install and maintain a solar domestic hot water system.
ST201: Solar & Radiant Heating Systems
Become a part of the burgeoning radiant heating industry and a rapidly growing solar marketplace. This 3 day course provides critical information to design practical and efficient solar and radiant
heating systems for energy and cost savings with the comfort of under floor heating.
PV100: Photovoltaic Design & Installation
This workshop is great for people who are seeking employment within the growing solar industry, wanting to install it on their own home, or interested in learning more about this amazing
technology. Available in 2-week and 6-day sessions, this course teaches the technical skills necessary to design and safely install all 3 types of solar-electric systems: batteryless grid-tie, grid-tie with
battery back-up, and stand-alone systems. The two-week sessions of this class include 5 days in the classroom and 5 days of hands-on installation in the PV Lab yard. 6 day sessions include 4 days in
the classroom and 2 days of hands-on installation or labs. All the same topics are covered, however the 2 week workshops are more in-depth.
Solar Thermal Workshops
Workshop Title
Solar & Radiant Heating
Systems
Dates
Sept. 14 - 16
Location
Carbondale, CO
Price
Duration
Status
$695
3 days
call to
register
Solar Electricity Workshops
Workshop Title
Workshop Title
Dates
Dates
Location
Location
Price
Duration
Status
Price
Duration
Status
Solar Hot Water
Feb. 18 - 20, 2009
Fontana, CA
$ 595
3 days
[FULL]
Solar Hot Water
March 30 - April 2, 2009
Guemes Island, WA
$ 745
4 days
[FULL]
Solar Hot Water
May 18 - 22, 2009
Carbondale, CO
$ 895
5 days
[FULL]
Solar Hot Water
Sept. 8 - 11, 2009
Carbondale, CO
$745
4 days
[FULL]
TECH
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Solar & PV Installations
Solar Community
Installations Electrician
Power Systems
Operator
Engineering Intern
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PV Solar Cell Designer
Solar Operations
Engineer
Solar Energy Engineer
Solar Commercial
Engineer
Smart Grid Engineer
The Green Energy &
Sustainability
Educational Initiative
for the City of West
Palm Beach
Educational
Opportunities
Green Jobs
The Trifecta
Renewable Energy
Financing
The Goal: The goal of this
initiative is to establish an
educational
“green pathway” to assist
WPB and it’s citizens for
job opportunities and
responsible energy
consumption that will
come forth as a result of
the American Recovery
and Reinvestment Act.
Current Federal & State Rebate and Tax Credits are available for any Renewable Energy Project
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10 hrs of mandatory city employee Green & Sustainability Training
funded by the City
Creation of an Green Energy Educational Menu for the citizens of the
community updated quarterly
Creation of a Green Job Data Bank in collaboration with the City of West
Palm Beach, Workforce Alliance and other community organizations
Support, endorse and utilize the resources of the Green Energy Resource
Center and other educational outlets
Create 5 Green Energy Retrofit Projects utilizing residents of the City of
West Palm Beach for 2010
Participate in the Department of Energy’s Solar City program this year for
the City of West Palm Beach
Developed a fully staffed and funded Office of Sustainability by the end
of 2010
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