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This site compiles helpful resources on a variety of clean energy topics including solar PV, energy storage systems, electric vehicle charging, workforce qualifications, and clean energy permitting and inspection. Use the category buttons below to filter for the topic you are interested in, or view the resources as a list.

NEC Disconnect Requirements for Energy Storage Systems

Informational Bulletin - November 23, 2022

NEC Disconnect Requirements for Energy Storage Systems

Got questions about how to disconnect energy storage systems in compliance with the 2017 and 2020 National Electrical Code? Find answers here.

Comments on Proposed Changes to UL 9540

Code Proposal Comment - November 17, 2022

Comments on Proposed Changes to UL 9540

See eight instances where SEAC's ESS Standards working group proposed modifications to the second edition of UL 9540.

Permitting Solar on Properties with Unpermitted Structures

Informational Bulletin - November 09, 2022

Permitting Solar on Properties with Unpermitted Structures

Find out how to permit solar on structures that were constructed or modified without appropriate building permits or building records.

SEAC ICC Group B Recommendations Overview

EMPOWERED Solutions: The Possibilities of EV Charging

November 03, 2022

EMPOWERED Solutions: The Possibilities of EV Charging

Learn about how you can be part of the EV revolution, even if you weren’t sure how quickly it would arrive!

SEAC ICC Group B Recommendations and Public Comments Update

Guidance - October 19, 2022

SEAC ICC Group B Recommendations and Public Comments Update

Renewable Energy Proposals for 2024 International Code Council (ICC) Codes pertaining to the Online Governmental Vote, October 17-November 1, 2022

National Simplified Residential PV and Energy Storage Inspection Guidelines

Guidelines - October 18, 2022

National Simplified Residential PV and Energy Storage Inspection Guidelines

The information in the National Simplified Residential PV and Energy Storage Inspection Guidelines is intended to provide a format whereby local jurisdictions and contractors can inspect simple photovoltaic (PV) system and energy storage system (ESS) installations where only a basic review is necessary.

National Simplified Residential PV and Energy Storage Permit Guidelines

Guidelines - October 17, 2022

National Simplified Residential PV and Energy Storage Permit Guidelines

The National Simplified Residential PV and Energy Storage Permit Guidelines, published by SolSmart and approved by SEAC, provides a streamlined permit process for residential solar and storage.

Guide: Energy Storage Systems: Based on the IBC®, IFC®, IRC® and NEC®

Informational Bulletin - October 13, 2022

Guide: Energy Storage Systems: Based on the IBC®, IFC®, IRC® and NEC®

This guide is a helpful reference to a variety of ESS technologies.

EMPOWERED Solutions: Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pumps—Efficacy and Building Readiness

October 11, 2022

EMPOWERED Solutions: Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pumps—Efficacy and Building Readiness

Learn about the benefits of switching to a heat pump and how to maximize your investment through cost effective weatherization.

Electric Vehicle Charging Safety

Training/Course - September 30, 2022

Electric Vehicle Charging Safety

This is a short course for anyone interested in learning the facts about the codes and standards that govern the safe installation of electric vehicle supply equipment.

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