Thanks for your interest in the 2025 DC Solar Training, offered by Living Energy Lights in collaboration with Serenity Solidarity!
This program will take place July 18, 19, 20 at Serenity Community. Topics covered by the program will include:
- Green building and solar thermal systems for space and water heating
- Direct drive systems, including system design, sourcing DC equipment, and appliance conversion
- 12VDC battery systems
- Intro to biogas production
Participants will gain hands-on experience installing a 12V battery kit and direct drive refrigerator for Serenity Community.
On site primitive camping, including a composting toilet, will be available for participants coming from a distance. There is also a pond and a river for swimming on the land. Meals will be provided.
This program is offered free of charge, but we are asking that participants do 25 hours volunteering on a DC Microgrid installation in exchange for the program. These hours can be done over the course of a year. Also, please bring food to contribute to group meals, or donate $50 to cover the cost of food. Additional donations are welcome to help cover the costs of equipment and travel.
Spots are limited, and we will prioritize applicants with an intention to apply DC Microgrid technology in their communities.