Ray Catcher:

A Solar Energy Seminar

Minneapolis, MN, September 9, 2011 – Applied Energy Innovations (AEI) Solar Thermal Project Manager Tim Pendergast in taking a road trip, to Iowa.  Mr. Pendergast will spend the evening at Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) Calmar Campus on September 13 sharing his vast knowledge and experience.  

From the course description, "delve into Solar Thermal Technology with an industry expert. Starting with the history, this class will go over major components, the economics, what works best and where, and a look into the future. This one day workshop is designed for electricians, construction workers, contractors and people wanting to expand their knowledge in the Solar Energy industry." 

Pendergast is one of a few NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners) solar thermal accredited installers in Minnesota. Tim brings with him a resume unparallel in solar installations and experience.  Tim is a graduate of the Red Wing Technical Institute’s: ‘Energy Engineering Technology’  and certificate holder of  ‘Commercial/Residential  Auditing’. Tim has extensive experience in CAD design and will incorporate conceptual projects to concrete functionality as AEI continues to grow.  Among Tim’s highlights:  

• Supervised, installed, and serviced over 8,000 square feet of Solar-Thermal panels and systems.

• Supervised and installed over 340 kWatts of Photovoltaic panels and systems (including 4 pole mounted trackers.)

• NABCEP Solar Thermal Certification (North American Board of Certified Energy  Practitioners)

"I'm looking forward to heading to Iowa next week, there is so much excitement and interest in Solar right now," stated Pendergast, and I can't wait to share some of my knowledge at NICC, I am just thrilled with this opportunity."

AEI is a Minneapolis based firm that specializes in promoting and installing affordable green energy solutions.  They focus on updating existing fossil fuel based systems with highly efficient HVAC equipment, solar thermal, solar photo voltaic, wind and geothermal systems.  AEI believes that renewable energy should be accessible to everyone and endeavors to educate consumers about programs and rebates that bring green energy products within their financial grasp. 

Northeast Iowa Community College is offering this course free of charge for those who fully complete the required application.  Funded through Department of Labor Energy Training Partnership. To obtain an application or learn more about the course, contact Program Manager Kyra Bellrichard at bellrichardk@nicc.edu or at 563.562.3263, ext. 380.  Or visit www.nicc.edu/green.