2021 NC Renewable Ocean Energy Program Symposium

10th Annual North Carolina Renewable Ocean Energy Program (NCROEP) Symposium to be held virtually via Zoom, May 24 and 25, 2021. The North Carolina Renewable Ocean Energy Program (NCROEP) will be hosting their annual research symposium virtually through a Zoom webinar on May 24 and 25, 2021.  The NCROEP Symposium Webinar on May 25 will include a student poster […]

Making Energy Work 2021: Challenges vs. Opportunities: Rooftop Solar Across the Carolinas

The commercial and residential solar industry has become a strong component of the robust clean energy economy in North Carolina. The industry has continued to grow year over year, with increased demand from corporations and homeowners alike across the state. While that growth has been strong and steady, we still face a number of challenges […]

SFT Technology Webinar Series: Key Fleet Metrics to Meet Your Goals

Performance metrics and comparing current data against past performance is common practice in business operations, including fleet management. To drive performance and efficiency, many fleet managers actively track performance metrics for their vehicles and operations. It is important to closely monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) as part of a financial management plan. As the saying […]

Solar Storage Workshop (VIRTUAL)

Virtual

This three-day onsite workshop will cover fundamental principles of battery based systems. At the end of the class, participants will be able to assist in designing and installing a residential PV system with battery back-up.

$799

EPRI Electrification 2021 Virtual Forum Series: Frontiers of e-Mobility

These forums will enable comprehensive collaboration and informative exchanges on the issues specific to your organization’s work, enabling progress on targeted, real-world end-use electrification solutions. We look forward to your joining us to continue the conversation in 2021 ... #ElectricTogether. Mark Your Calendar for These Upcoming Virtual Forums! May 17 – 20 Building to Zero Addressing […]

Hazardous Materials Webinar: Health, Safety & Disposal of New Power Sources

Topic: Health, Safety & Disposal of New Power Sources This event will cover the health, safety and disposal of new power sources for newer technology including Lithium-ion batteries and hydrogen fuel cells. Presenters and Panelists include: Brian Polk, Safety Consultant, Division of Waste Management, NC Department of Environmental Quality Lauren Lynch, Research Engineer, Mechanical/Sustainable Technology Integration, […]

Join Us for an Overview of Fixed-Bottom Offshore Wind

Virtual Webinar: June 16, 2021, 1 p.m. ET Join WETO’s WINDExchange initiative for a webinar where NREL offshore wind researcher Walt Musial will introduce offshore wind fixed-bottom foundation technology. The presentation will offer basic technical information, including offshore wind basics, a discussion of foundation types, and construction considerations. Register here for this webinar. More details on […]

Farming Solar Farms: Exploring Solar Grazing With Sheep

Virtual

North Carolina’s solar industry is the 3rd fastest growing in the country so whether you’re a seasoned sheep producer or just exploring ways to diversify your farm there are growing opportunities to partner with solar companies for forage management on solar farms. Join us as we explore the basics of this exciting new frontier of […]

Putting the Farm in Solar Farm: Managing Operations & Maintenance on Solar Sites by Grazing with Sheep

Virtual

Solar farms require some specialized equipment and forage management to successfully graze with sheep. Join experienced solar graziers – Johnny Rogers of Rogers Cattle Company and NC State Amazing Grazing Coordinator and Lexie Hain, President of American Solar Grazing Association – as they discuss grazing techniques and explore equipment options for managing sheep on solar […]

SFT Webinar Series: Video Telematics/ADAS For Improved Safety, Coaching, and More

Virtual

Please join us on Thursday, June 24, 2021, from 2:00p-3:00p EDT/11:00a-12:30p PDT for an SFT Webinar on Video Telematics & ADAS. When first introduced telematics was associated with GPS--vehicle location and speed information. However, it is much more than that. It provides real time information of any type that is of importance to understanding a […]

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