[Sdpg] Solar for Your Home Sat., July 31 - Sun., Aug. 8, 2004 Lyle Center for Regenerative Studies at CSU-Pomona (Pomona, CA)

[Wesley Roe and Marjorie Lakin Erickson]

Solar for Your Home
Sat., July 31 - Sun., Aug. 8, 2004
When: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM daily
Where: Lyle Center for Regenerative Studies at CSU-Pomona (Pomona, CA)

Contact: sli at solarliving.org or 707-744-2017 
http://www.solarliving.org/workshops.cfm

To register for the entire nine days of this workshop, select the order 
button below for $1,095. You may also register for individual days if you 
do not want to take the entire nine days of workshops.

The Solar Living Institute, in partnership with the Lyle Center for 
Regenerative Studies at CSU-Pomona, will offer a comprehensive set of 
workshops in Sustainable Living and Regenerative Design from July 31 
through Aug. 8, 2004 at the Lyle Center. The Lyle Center is a demonstration 
site featuring thermal solar hot water research, photovoltaic panels, a 
windmill, and passive solar buildings. A wetlands contains runoff from the 
site, walnut woodlands, edible landscaping, and permaculture gardens linked 
to the aquaculture ponds. A straw bale greenhouse with photovoltaic 
shingles is used to raise talipa fish and is linked to the organic gardens. 
The integrated waste management system emphasizes recycling and composting. 
The term "regenreative" was chosen to emphsaize the intention of the design 
to restore natural systems, not merely sustain them, while integrating the 
needs of the human community. Please join us for this unique workshop 
intensive.

Day 1 -- Ecological Design Overview

The instructor will share the basic tools to help you design your own 
sustainable dwelling. Course emphasis is on passive solar design features 
and includes discussion of site analysis, energy efficient design, 
cost-effective alternative construction methods, recycled and non-toxic 
materials, and an overview of renewable energy options.

Day 2 -- Straw Bale Overview

In this popular class, the instructor will guide us through design 
considerations for straw bale. We will explore foundation systems, framing 
for windows and doors, and roof-bearing assemblies. Building codes will be 
discussed and basic construction methods demonstrated through hands-on 
construction of a bench. Learn the latest innovations in this constantly 
evolving building technique!

Day 3 & 4 -- Permaculture & Aquaculture

You will study the five elements of community design (food, waste, water, 
energy, and shelter) and learn about regenerative design, ethics, and 
review case studies. We will utilize The Center for Regenerative Studies' 
gardens and buildings to demonstrate experiments in process, and culminate 
with a hands-on experience that will include planting a demonstration 
project permaculture garden. You will explore how to integrate food, water, 
landscape, and shelter to move beyond enhancement of the surrounding 
environment and to create a truly regenerative system. Taught by Dr. Bill 
Roley and Juan Araya.

Day 5 -- Wastewater/Greywater Systems

A comprehensive survey of on-site, decentralized methods for treating and 
recycling greywater and sewage for individual homes and the community will 
be presented. You will learn about technical/low-tech natural living 
systems design, composting toilets, political considerations, permitting, 
and integrated planning with storm water and potable water systems. We will 
tour the wastewater/greywater systems at The Center for Regenerative 
Studies. Taught by Bill Wilson and Dr. Bill Roley.

Day 6 -- Hydrogen Energy - the Emerging Fuel Source

Hydrogen, a renewable and sustainable source of energy, could be usable in 
any fossil fuel application. It can be produced from water using solar or 
wind energy without detrimental environmental effects. It can be produced 
from biomass or biological processes. This class will examine properties 
and uses of hydrogen, hydrogen production, storage, fuel cells, safety 
issues, and more. Taught by Mark von Wodtke, President, Energy Harvester, 
Inc., the sessions will draw upon the expertise of Dr. B. Samuel Tanenbaum, 
Professor of Engineering, Harvey Mudd College; Jerald A. Cole, Partner, 
Hydrogen Ventures, LLC; and Dr. Bob Zweig, Founder of Clean Air Now. Taught 
by Walter Pyle or Mark von Wodke.

Day 7 -- Biodiesel - Fuel from Vegetables
Biodiesel is simple to use, biodegradable, non-toxic and essentially free 
of sulfur and aromatics. It can be used in existing diesel engines with no 
noticeable loss in performance. It is proven to reduce unhealthy emissions 
associated with petroleum. This renewable fuel offers an immediate 
opportunity to improve air quality and reduce our dependence on foreign 
oil. In this hands-on class, you will learn the process of making fuel from 
restaurant "waste" oil and discover how to build your own small-scale 
biodiesel processor.

Day 8 & 9 -- Solar Electric 101: Introduction to Photovoltaics

This two-day workshop covers the basics of electricity, load analysis, 
system sizing, and the components of various systems. Hands-on session 
includes wiring of a photovoltaic system and an extensive tour of the solar 
and wind energy systems at The Center for Regenerative Studies. Day Two 
provides a detailed look at component options and system design, including 
the integration of wind and hydroelectric sources, generators, and utility 
intertie systems. Students will have the opportunity to mock-up their own 
site-specific system. Taught by a pool of qualified instructors who have 
worked in renewable energy for decades as solar consultants, contractors, 
and installers.

To register for the entire nine days of this workshop $1,095. You may also 
register for individual days if you do not want to take the entire nine 
days of workshops.

For more information or to register for classes, email sli at solarliving.org 
or call 707-744-2017.
http://www.solarliving.org/workshops.cfm