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Energy Professional Series

New Series Coming Soon!

The MREA has offered an Energy Professional series at in-person events and online for over 20 years. In an industry that changes as fast as ours, we need continued access to high-quality education to ensure that our workforce remains skilled, adaptable, and prepared for the challenges of a rapidly evolving energy landscape.

That is why we are proud to announce a new Energy Pro Series — a lineup of online presentations from industry leaders like Briggs & Stratton, Rolls Battery, Victron Energy, SolaDeck, FranklinWH, and more. Learn from the experts, expand your knowledge, and earn NABCEP continuing education credits — all from the comfort of wherever you are, on your own schedule. (Please note: not all presentations are eligible for NABCEP credit. Check series information for details.)

Available Presentations

 

Battery Energy Storage and Generator Integration Design Consideration

 

This webinar explores the fundamentals of combining a generator and battery energy storage together to create more resilient systems.

 

V2L and Generator Integration with FranklinWH 

 

This presentation will cover the benefits, installation, and commissioning of the FranklinWH generator module which opens up the use of portable, standby, and limited EVs that have V2L capabilities to change the batteries and backfeed the home.

 

UL 1741 SB Utility Required Parameter Changes 

 

If configuring inverter parameters for UL 1741 SB/IEEE 1547-2018 compliance makes your head spin, this session will simplify it—covering what the standard requires, how utilities modify default settings, and how to adjust SMA inverter parameters to stay compliant with real-world examples.

 

Roof Tech Product Training Course (via HeatSpring) 

 

Learn how to install Roof Tech’s flexible flashing system AlphaSeal™, rail base mounts RT-MINI II and RT-PLUS, and the rail-less solution RT-APEX. 

 

Rooftop Solar Racking Solutions 

 

This presentation will go over the basics of common residential roofing systems and how to choose the right solar racking system for your needs. 

 

The Roof-Saving Power of Adjustability 

 

Learn how Sunstack’s adjustable mounts protect roofs and extend system life in this session—covering how to eliminate rail stress, prevent preloaded tension, and use the Integrity Line of rails and mounts to improve quality, reduce leaks, and keep attachment points strong for years to come.

 

LFP Sizing and Common Mistakes  

 

Learn how to size a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery bank while also covering the common mistakes made when designing and installing.

Precision Ground Fault Location, No Guesswork 

 

Join us for an exciting technical training on mastering solar ground fault troubleshooting with the Fluke GFL-1500 Solar Ground Fault Locator.

 

 

Installing on a Pitched Roof 1 

 

This certification-track course is your first step toward becoming an IronRidge Certified Installer, covering solar basics and pitched roof installation using FlashVue®, XR Rail®, BOSS®, and CAMO—perfect preparation for the hands-on training event.

 

Victron Energy NA Split-Phase Systems   

 

Learn how to program and commission a Victron Energy North American Split Phase System and hear an explanation of the different network protocol.

 

Optimizing C&I Solar Projects with K2: Custom 

 

This course provides commercial and industrial (C&I) solar professionals with practical strategies to streamline project design, installation, and performance using K2 Systems’ innovative racking solutions and engineering expertise.

 

 

Installing on a Pitched Roof 2

 

Accelerate your racking installation skills on pitched roof comp shingles. This install is performed with an open-channel rail design.

 

SolaDeck-The Best PV Junction Boxes 

 

This presentation will discuss why metallic junction boxes are best, the installation time saving features, and the SolaDeck product line. 

 

Rapid Shutdown That Actually Works: MLPE Wiring, Testing, and Field Pitfalls 

 

If you’ve ever flipped a Rapid Shutdown switch and nothing happened, this session is for you—learn how to avoid wiring and communication pitfalls, test systems safely, and ensure reliable, inspector-approved Rapid Shutdown performance using real-world examples from the field.

 

Installing a Ground Mount System 

 

This certification-track course goes over the basics of solar and how to install a XR Ground Mount System and using ground screws.

Become an Energy Pro Series Presenter!

Are you a renewable energy leader, manufacturer, or distributor with insights to share? Now’s your chance to present at the MREA’s Energy Pro Series — a platform built to connect energy professionals with real-world technologies and best practices.

MREA membership is a requirement for any organization to engage in this series. For $150/$200 per year, you are not only able to participate in our Energy Pro series, but you have access to these member benefits: member exclusive advertising, 10% discount on Custom Group Training, free company listing on the MREA Business Member Directory, and many more.

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