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NABCEP Certification
As interest in renewable energy continues to grow , the demand for technical expertise on system installations becomes vital to ensuring renewable generation systems are properly installed . It ’ s critical that the installers possess not only experience and expertise , but also proper certification .
The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners , or NABCEP , offers entrylevel knowledge assessment , professional certification , and accreditation to installers of renewable generation systems . According to NABCEP ’ s website ( www . nabcep . org ), the organization was founded on a mission to “ support , and work with , the renewable energy and efficiency industries , professionals , and stakeholders , to develop and implement quality credentials and certification programs for practitioners .” Founded in 2002 , NABCEP first administered the Solar PV installer certification exam in 2003 . The entry-level program was administered from 2006-2016 and has since rebranded as an associate-level program .
“ Every company ’ s greatest assets are its customers , because without customers there is no company .” Michael LeBoeuf
In our newsletter this month , we have featured QEP , one of our many valued customers . It is companies like QEP that continue to make our region stronger and better through its employees and the products they produce . We consider it a privilege to work with QEP , as well as our many other customers . Our goal each day is to provide each of you the quality service you deserve . We value the opportunity to serve .
Through TVA ’ s Green Power Providers Program ( GPP ), associate-level certification is now required for all installers of renewable energy systems commissioned through ( GPP ). This ensures quality , professional installation for all participating customers . In 2016 , Mark Eades , Mike Stovall , and Sam Ford achieved NABCEP certification during an intense week-long class . In March of this year , Josh Cole also achieved certification . This increased knowledge on renewable PV systems benefits both JCPB and its customers by providing a resource for customer interest . Furthermore , these individuals may verify that PV systems are properly and safely connected to the grid .
“ I like to listen . I have learned a great deal from listening carefully . Most people never listen .” Ernest Hemingway
Our goal is to listen to our customers , and we learn from your input . As we move into potential new product and service offerings , we look forward to hearing from you . We anticipate growing with you to make our community great .
Jeffrey R . Dykes , Chief Executive Officer
Josh Cole , Energy Services Advisor Energy Services & Marketing
Mark Eades , Chief Eng . & Tech . Officer Engineering
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Jeff Dykes , Chief Executive Officer Ceilya Campbell , Administrative Assistant
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Angela Shrewsbury , Publication Editor Volume 11 , Number 3
Sam Ford , System Design Engineer Engineering
Mike Stovall , Senior System Design Engineering
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