Michigan Energy Demonstration Center
at Northwestern Michigan College

Summer 2009 Energy Courses
NMC offers non-credit classes in renewable energy and energy efficiency technology, including course and workshops in solar, wind, fuel cells, bio-fuels, green building technology and the like.

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Summer 2009 Solar Photovoltaic Electric Systems Course

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Situated at the M-TEC facility, the Energy Center:
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• Provides training and equipment for the regional workforce in renewable resource and energy efficiency technology
• Facilitates discussion, education, and outreach opportunities for the general public
• Serves as a model for renewable energy innovation, while reducing energy costs at NMC

The Energy Center at NMC is 1 of 8 demonstration centers in the state of Michigan. Established and funded in part by the MI Energy Office and MI Public Service Commission, the energy centers provide MI residents the opportunity to be at the forefront of using energy effectively.

The energy center also hosts conferences, tours, exhibits and facilitates partnership programs.

Renewable Energy Labs at NMC

In 2005, NMC received grant monies for the following renewable energy installations and labs: Solar thermal system (hot water) Solar mobile lab 10 KW solar photovoltaic array Wind generation systems Geothermal installation Fuel cell Biodiesal/alternative fuel lab

Bill Queen Discusses Solar Energy With Senator Carl Levin

Professional Development

Renewable energy and energy efficiency technology are increasingly incorporated into the labs and offerings of NMC's construction technology apprenticeship program that is a 3 year program designed for electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, masons, and carpenters. Advanced training in renewable energy, such as solar, wind, and geothermal technology are also offered.

Additional Reference Information

• Hunting Green Jobs, here
  
  
• Find talented employees or Find great jobs here!
  (post a job or resume)
  
  
• List of Michigan solar or wind installers here.
  
  
• List of Green Building reference materials here.
  
  
• Look up Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Incentives here.
  
  
• Next Energy Renewable Energy Resource Manual is here.
  This manual provides important resources for Renewable Energy business development in Michigan. It is a product of the Next Energy Initiative funded by the State of Michigan's Strategic Economic Investment and Commercialization Board and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC).