Sun A
What does the acronym PV mean?
Photovoltaic
What is one safety hazard to be cautious of when working on roofs?
- Unstable Roof
- Improper ladder placement
- Bad weather
- Holes in the roof
- Edge awareness
- Improper training and/or equipment use
- A steep roof pitch
- Losing line of sight
What is one example of common tools used on Solar Installation/ Construction sites
Tape Measure
Chalk Line
Construction Chalk
Screw Driver
Power Tools
Band Saw
Wire Crimper
Socket Wench...
What is one example of PPE used on Solar Installation/ Construction sites
Harness
Hard Hat
Gloves
Tool Belt
Safety Glasses (+Shades)
Sunscreen
What are some soft skills needed to be a Solar Installer?
What is a Hybrid PV System?
These combine the features of grid-tied and off-grid systems
What does a charge controller do?
Regulates the amount of electricity flowing into a battery
In the world of DC electronics, the accepted wiring convention is that the ___ wire carrier positive voltage
Red
What is one type of panel mounting system?
Roof (Tilt, Flat) Mounts, Ground Mounts, Integrated Mounts, Pole Mounts, Wall Mounts
What is the preferred minimum educational requirement for an entry level solar installer position?
What is a high school diploma (or equivalent)
What are some of the problems with solar energy?
High initial cost, variability of available solar radiation, energy storage requirements, efficiency improvements, and lack of widespread understanding of the technology
What are some advantages of photovoltaics?
Environmental Impact, Long term Financial Benefits, Energy Independence, No fuel cost, low sound
What is an Off-Grid System?
These are standalone systems, not connected to the power grid
What is a Grid Interactive/ Grid Tied System?
These are connected to the main power grid.
What are solar farms?
An area of land where a large number of solar panels are set up in order to generate electricity.
What do wind turbines and solar panels have in common?
They can both convert natural energy to electricity
What's unit is voltage measured in?
Volts
How are solar power systems good for the environment?
Energy created through our solar electric system produces no pollutants. Our smallest system typically cuts greenhouse gas emissions as effectively as 50 trees.
What unit is current measured in?
Amperes (Amps)
When putting on a safety harness, which buckles do you connect first?
Legs!
Followed by the chest buckle
What does Sustainability mean?
Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the needs of future generations
What's a safety credential needed for entry level Solar Installation positions in NYC?
What are OSHA and SST certifications
What are some mid/ advanced level jobs in the Solar Field
What are Project Managers, Instrumentation and Electronic Technicians, Energy System Designers, Fleet Managers, Solar Contractors, Lead Installers, O&M Technicians, Electrical Engineers, Mechanical Scientists, Utility Interconnection Engineers, Solar Marketing Specialists, Code Officials, Software Engineers... and so much more!
How many people in the world live without electricity?
Over ~650 million people
What's a living wage for an adult with 0 children living in NYC?
$32.85/hr