Sample course: Photovoltaics and Battery Storage for Consumers

This course is designed to equip consumers with the knowledge and skills necessary to make informed decisions about photovoltaic (PV) and battery storage purchase and usage. Participants will gain an understanding of the nuances of purchasing, installing, and maintaining home photovoltaic systems and battery storage solutions. They will also learn about the intersection of home photovoltaic systems and the world of renewable energy.

The course is aimed at consumers with no specific background in clean energy or engineering.

• Describe the Energy Ecosystem and Solar PV’s Role/benefits
• Explain how battery, grid, and EV storage can extend the utility of PV panels
• Describe the costs and incentive models around home PV installations
• Describe the characteristics of a PV-ready home, installation, and use procedures for a home PV system