GREEN Solar Academy training references
10 Years of Training in South Africa
Training is our passion and area of expertise. Here is a collection of outstanding activities and projects we have realised over the past years. GREEN Solar Academy officially started operating under its new name in 2020. Before that, the two directors Antje and Vivian, led the training as maxx|solar academy.
Tailored Trainings
GREEN Solar Academy has already delivered in-house trainings and custom training for a variety of companies in South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Somalia.
SANEDI
June, 2023
The South African National Energy Development Institute (SANEDI) contracted GREEN for a 5-day theoretical and practical training for 30 members, aimed at meeting the overall training objectives for Energy Service Companies (ESCo’s), which include gaining/enhancing safe and quality Solar PV installation skills.
KP Cares
2022-2023
GREEN developed a blended solar training programme for 100 technically-inclined youths across three provinces, giving them the skills to seek employment as PV mounters for installation companies for commercial and utility scale PV installations, or O&M technicians. Site visits and access to GREEN’s Alumni Network also formed part of the agreement.
Social Development Fund
South Africa, 2019
In November 2019, we realised an in-house training for the Social Development Fund in Kuruman. 10 young participants were selected to attend a 5-day basic training course in Kuruman which gave them some practical insights into the field of solar energy as a possible career choice.
Cenored
Namibia, 2019
Cenored is one of Namibia’s electricity distribution companies. They are the first Namibian RED to sign a PPA with a private company and developed a 4.5 MW solar farm project in Otjiwarongo. In July 2019 they sent their Technicians for solar training at our academy in Otjiwarongo.
African Green Tech
Somalia, 2019
In January 2019, we realised an in-house training for construction site workers in Beledweyn in Somalia. In a 4-day custom course we trained 15 persons with electrical background in solar PV technology.
Enel Green Power
South Africa, 2018
Enel Green Power is an international energy company. They are active in 29 countries and manage power plants with a capacity of >43 GW. In 2018, we delivered a 2-day solar training at their premises in Johannesburg customised to Enel Green Power’s individual requirements.
Training Consulting
As a training provider and expert for training concepts, curriculum development and teaching materials, we have worked on several projects in the renewable energy sector and are active as consultants in the field of solar training.
Training development for the City of Tshwane
South Africa, 2018
Development of a solar training course and training of trainers for the city of Tshwane on SSEG procedures on behalf of giz.
Training for pico PV industry
Mozambique, 2019
Stakeholder workshop and development of training and training of trainers on the topic of pico solar PV with the giz in Mozambique.
dena RES Project at Karanda Mission
Zimbabwe 2017-2018
In the frame of the dena RES project by maxx-solar energy Pty Ltd, we organised a stakeholder workshop to evaluate the demand for training in Zimbabwe.
dena RES Project with KYA-Energy
Togo, 2018-2019
As part of the dena RES project Togo by maxx-solar energy Pty Ltd, we organised stakeholder workshops and a training of trainers with the goal to set up an Academy in Togo.
Want to work with us?
Contact us on info@solar-training.org and tell us what you want to do. We have subject matter experts and competency in a wide field of topics.
GREEN Alumni
An alumni is a person who has been part of, or took part in, a school, university, group or corporation. We liked this concept and picked it up for GREEN! So if you have participated in any of GREEN’s courses, that makes you a GREEN Alumni. Here’s what our alumni have to say about our training:
“I studied electrical engineering, and I’m currently doing my honours degree. GREEN Solar Academy was recommended by an engineer where I did my internship as a solar installer – he had done a solar training course years ago! The course is a great stepping stone to obtaining your PV GreenCard, especially if you only know the practical side, not the theory. I didn’t know how to size a system before SuperSolarSchool so I found that section really interesting. I found it easy to keep pace with the content, delivery was smooth and structured, gave me everything from the basics upwards.”
Boris Hategekimana, 2021
“As a beginner: With no electrical experience, I was sceptical that I would learn enough from the course, however they cover everything and they are patient in making sure that you understand everything. I am very impressed with what was taught and how it was taught. The lectures always emphasize safety and ensure that when venturing into this, you don’t put other people’s lives at risk. Lecturers always friendly and willing to assist with even the basic of questions. BIGUP to every one. I will keep on coming.”
Bafana Khumalo, 2021
“The SuperSolarSchool course was very well presented and offered a wealth of information and practical experience on solar PV system design and installation. Great preparation for the SAPVIA exam!”
Justin Blignaut, 2020
“I enjoyed every single minute of training. The facility is very spacious and well ventilated. The trainers are very knowlegeable, they engage with the learners by asking and answering questions from the learners.I would definitely recommend this training to anyone that wants to get into the solar installation industry.”
Ofentse Mogole, 2022
“I recommend this course to anyone who’s interested in the solar industry. This course is a must if you’re embarking on a career change into Solar. Regulatory implications, design and calculations to be successful in this industry, the lecturers are extremely well-versed in their field, making this course one of the most interesting.”
Jasper Theron, 2020
“After the first day of the course, I quickly found out that there’s quite a dizzying amount of information to digest and understand. I applaud the course facilitators for actively engaging and interacting with all students for learning experience optimization. The course has given me much more confidence in the PV industry and will recommend it to all in the PV installers.”
Humbulani Marole, 2020
