PVD-201

Presented by:
Bill Young
(321) 638-1443

Workshop Description:

The loss of electrical power impacts emergency management and disaster relief organization operations in response to and recovery from disasters. This workshop will present the history and experiences of using photovoltaics in disasters for response, recovery, and mitigation activities. The viability of various solar energy sources and their capability to satisfy energy needs will be reviewed. The benefits of solar energy for backup power for buildings as a means of establishing disaster resistant communities will be discussed. The operation and maintenance of photovoltaic systems will be presented.

Who should attend:

Representatives of Emergency Management, disaster relief organizations, government agencies, industries and the general public will benefit from this valuable information.

Duration:

4 hours.

Agenda:

08:00 - 09:00 am Registration
09:00 - 09:10 Welcome and Introductions - Bill Young
09:10 - 09:30 What Are Your Electrical Power Needs?
09:30 - 10:00 Can You Identify The Role Of Renewables In A Disaster?
10:00 - 11:00 How Does Solar Energy Work?
11:00 - 11:15 Break
11:15 - 12:00 pm What Has Been Done Before Using Solar Energy In A Disaster?
12:00 - 12:30 How Does Solar Energy Fit Into A Disaster Resistant Community?
12:30 - 12:45 Do You Have A Disaster Plan And Does It Incorporate Solar?
12:45 - 1:00 p.m.Closing Comments.
01:00 - 01:30 PV Equipment Exhibits.