DIY Photovoltaics, with Jon Passi

Are you curious about alternative energy or photovoltaics and want to know more? Would you like to put solar panels on your house or property? Are you curious about conserving energy, and the costs of alternatives? This course will give you practical, real-world, and background information on solar panels, solar electricity, and various PV systems. Each class participant models their own solar project, and collects all the information they need to finance, construct, or manage their own solar project. The class comes with a take-home DIY manual that can be used with any solar setup, and also includes lists of resources. There will be a tour of existing working systems, installation basics for roofs and racks, and a means for estimating costs of parts and installations on all systems. Class includes a fifty-page DIY PV booklet. Note: This class assumes a basic level of knowledge regarding electricity and wiring. Consider registering for Jon's "Understanding Electricity and Basic Home Wiring" class on Sept. 19 if these topics are new to you! Details and tickets here: https://bookwhen.com/driftlessfolkschool/e/ev-s5qvy-20260919090000 Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Lunch will be provided. Ages: Adults only Level: Intermediate Materials Fees: $30 Location: Rural Readstown, WI Instructions: Feel free to bring water, snacks, or something to take notes with if desired. Sliding Scale Course Fee Guidelines (Not including materials fee) Supporter Level Ticket: $125 If you move through the world with financial ease and the means to fulfill many of your wants as well as your needs – you are able to eat out when you want, abundantly meet your needs through employment or can comfortably not work, have access to family wealth, own property, etc. – consider paying at this level, which will help us ensure the long term sustainability of our programs while keeping our offerings accessible to those with access to fewer resources.