people value more what costs them money - I charge for a consultation
because the money makes the client pays attention to what I say - same with
seminars

On Tue, Mar 9, 2010 at 8:00 PM, Malcolm Gray <
[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> It costs to formulate and present, reasonable price for the information.
> still live in capitalism. Malcolm/Montpelier Construction
> On Mar 9, 2010, at 4:32 PM, Robert Riversong wrote:
>
> If you really wanted to promulgate solar options, you'd make these
> workshops free. Those of us who are most interested in lower impact options
> are the ones least able to pay such fees.
>
> --- On *Tue, 3/9/10, hillary haselton <[log in to unmask]>* wrote:
>
>
> From: hillary haselton <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: BSR - VT Solar Hot Water Workshops 2010 Series!
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Date: Tuesday, March 9, 2010, 2:29 PM
>
> For those interested!
>
>
>  [image: BSR Web Banner]<http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=1021226858&msgid=1887199&act=MFY6&c=402637&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bsr-vt.org>  Solar
> Hot Water – Workshops – 2010 Series*What:* Building for Social
> Responsibility (BSR) is proud to present the 2010 workshop series on
> domestic solar hot water and space heating. From March 20th, 2010 through
> October 16th, 2010 workshops are available across the state. These courses
> are recognized by Renewable Energy of Vermont (REV) as credits towards
> applying for Solar Thermal Partnership.  Learn how to design, install and
> maintain solar thermal domestic hot water and space heating systems for
> Vermont climate!
>
> *When/Where:  All workshops run 8am -5pm and include lunch.*
> SHW Day 1 --      March 20th          Burlington, VT @Vermont Energy
> Investment Corp
> SHW Day 2 --    April 3rd            Montpelier, VT @ City Hall
> SHW Day 1 --    May 15th           Brattleboro, VT @ BuildingGreen, LLC
> SHW Day 2 --    June 24th        White River Junction, VT Vermont @
> groSolar
> SHW Day 1 --    July 7th            Montpelier, VT @ City Hall
> SHW Day 2 --    August 5th          Burlington, VT @ Vermont Energy
> Investment Corp
> SHW Day 1 --    September 18th      Manchester, VT @ r.k. Miles
> SHW Day 2 --    October 21th           Middlebury, VT @ tbd
>
> * Renewable Energy Vermont (REV) Solar Thermal Partnership approved
> training course.  See details below for more information.
>
> *Who:* These workshops are intended for:
>    -  Builders who want to encourage their clients to include solar hot
> water in their building and remodeling projects;
>    -  Plumbing and heating contractors who want to learn the specifics of
> solar installations for domestic hot water and heating systems;
>    -  Anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of a sophisticated
> renewable technology.
> Cost: $285 One Day, $450 Two Days, $45 Discount to BSR Members. $40 Early
> Registration Discount (2 weeks prior to workshop date)  Contact BSR for
> information on plumber discounts.
>
> *Details:* This course is recognized by REV. Licensed plumbers who attend
> a 8hr workshop will be eligible to apply for "REV Solar Thermal Provisional
> partnership". Full Solar Partnership is awarded to Provisional Partners who
> complete a dw systems with REV oversight. Non-licensed plumbing
> professionals attending both workshops will receive 16 hours of credit
> towards eligibility. Solar Thermal Partnership is required to access Vermont
> renewable energy incentives.
>
> *Why Solar Hot Water (SHW)?*
> SHW the hottest growing green industries in an exploding green marketplace.
>
> SHW is easily incorporated into building plans and installed on existing
> homes.
> SHW is the least expensive renewable energy system.
> SHW has the #1 Return on the Investment (ROI) for the homeowner.
> SHW makes economic sense.
>
> *Workshop Benefits:*
> Learn how to design, install and maintain solar thermal domestic hot water
> and space heating systems for Vermonts climate!
> Achieve up to 16 hours of REV approved training credits towards gaining
> Solar Partnership.
> Start connecting to federal and state incentives that offer up to 60% off
> the total installation cost of these systems.
> Create contacts and network with supplies, like minded builders and
> plumbers.
> Gain firsthand knowledge from presenter Michael Horowitz who brings 25
> years of expert experience to the podium.
>
> *Workshop Outlines:*
> *Day 1*
> Introduction to Solar Domestic Hot Water and Solar Space Heating Systems
> appropriate for Vermonts Climate
> Domestic Solar Hot Water Component Details
> Siting, Sizing and Design of DSHW
> Installation & Maintenance for DSHW
> Economic Payback Overview & Marketing Strategies for Solar Hot Water
> Overview of Federal & State Incentives and the Renewable Energy Vermont
> Solar Partnership Application
>
> *Day 2*
> Solar Space Heating Design Details Including Passive Solar and Active Solar
> Sources.
> Advanced System Components for DSHW and Solar Space Heating Systems.
> Troubleshooting for all Solar Systems and Common Components Maintenance
> Concerns.
> Introduction to Solar Mathematics for siting and sizing systems.
> Solar Hot Water Marketing and Economic Paybacks Plus Incentives.
> Lunch will be provided for all attendees during which networking will be
> encouraged and access to our sponsors resources will be available.
>
> *Hosted By:* Building for Social Responsibility, VT Chapter of Northeast
> Sustainable Energy Association.
> Sponsored by: Sunward, groSolar, Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund and
> BuildingGreen, LLC
>
> *To sign up:* Contact Hillary @ 802.825.5957, email [log in to unmask]<[log in to unmask]" target="_blank">http:[log in to unmask]>or visit
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>
> Reserve now while space is available!
> Building For Social Responsibility
> P.O. Box 8882
> Burlington, VT 05402
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Jane Griswold Radocchia   -   Architect
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