2026 National Electrical Code (NEC) Changes: PV, ESS, EVs, PCS, and More
This course reviews key NEC updates affecting the design and installation of PV, energy storage, EV charging, and related power systems.
Course Description
(PV137) 2026 National Electrical Code (NEC) Changes: PV, ESS, EVs, PCS, and More
The 2026 version of the National Electrical Code (NEC®) introduces many important changes that impact the design, installation, and operation of PV systems, energy storage systems (ESS), EV supply equipment (EVSE), energy management systems (EMS), and power control systems (PCS). Learn from experts involved in writing the most important sections of the Code that cover these evolving installations that are the future of electrical systems: Code-Making Panels 4 and 13. This course focuses on the most recent changes and additions since the 2023 version.
This course only covers changes and updates in the 2026 NEC®. For anyone who would benefit from a more comprehensive explanation of existing and new requirements, we recommend taking our full-length class: Comprehensive 2026 NEC® Requirements for Electrotech: PV, ESS, EVs, PCS, and More (PV 138)
Instructors: Brian Mehalic, Rebekah Hren, Alex Jahp
Online: Independent Study

Curriculum Innovation Network Course
This course is created in partnership with the Solar Tech Collective through the MREA’s Curriculum Innovation Network. To keep pace with rapidly evolving technologies and industry trends, the MREA welcomes organizations to submit curriculum proposals for consideration. Approved content will be offered through our training platform, expanding access to high-quality education across the clean energy sector.
Course Details
Continuing Education
This course is approved by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) for the following credentials, certifications, categories, and hours:
- 3 PV Installation Professional Exam (JTA)
- PV Design Specialist Exam (3 JTA, 2 NEC)
- PV Installation Specialist Exam (3 JTA, 2 NEC)
- 2 PV Commissioning & Maintenance Specialist Exam (NEC)
- 3 PV Technical Sales Professional Exam (JTA)
- 3 Energy Storage Installation Professional Exam (JTA)
- 3 PV Associate Renewal
- PVIP Recertification (3 JTA, 2 NEC & 2 RE Elective)
- PVDS Recertification (3 JTA, 2 NEC & 2 RE Elective)
- PVIS Recertification (3 JTA, 2 NEC & 2 RE Elective)
- 2 PVCMS Recertification (NEC & RE Elective)
- PVTS Recertification (3 JTA, 2 NEC & 2 RE Elective)
- 2 PVSI Recertification (NEC)
- ESIP Recertification (3 JTA, 2 NEC & 2 RE Elective)
- 2 SHI Recertification (NEC & RE Elective)
- 2 SHSI Recertification (NEC)


