Featured Speaker: Mr. Mark Baldassari, Director of Codes and Standards, Enphase Energy, Petaluma, CA

The presentation will cover how solar photovoltaic cells convert solar energy into usable power. The effects on energy production due to insolation (sunlight) and temperature. Simple solar systems cover traditional string inverters versus modern micro inverters and discusses the safety benefits. Energy storage is discussed starting with why storage is needed for several applications. A simple single line diagram is presented showing how PV and energy storage can be incorporated into a home. A quiz is presented to test the audience on the major topics presented. For more information, please contact the ES Department at (707) 664-2030 or engineering@sonoma.edu.