On March 19 via webinar, SunSpec will review the topics to be covered in depth at the upcoming workshop, California Rule 21: Roadmap to August 22, 2019. Those considering attendance at the March 25 event in San Francisco can get a sneak peek at the content for the workshop by attending this webinar. The SunSpec […]
SunSpec Market Bulletin: CA Rule 21 Smart Inverter Communications Requirements February 22, 2019 Deadline Extended to August 22, 2019
The California Public Utilities Commission issued a letter responding to the November 19, 2018 deadline extension request letter from the California Solar & Storage Association and extending the compliance deadline for Smart Inverter Phase II communications requirements and for Phase III Functions 1 and 8 from February 22, 2019 to August 22, 2019. Resources and […]
What are the Benefits of California Rule 21 for Solar Installers?
In this video, Tom Tansy, Chairman of the SunSpec Alliance, talks about the benefits and effects of California Rule 21 on the installers of solar systems. Instead of being concerned about how quickly solar can be installed on a roof, Installers are going to move towards a more digital service. Learn more about SunSpec’s Education […]
Why Should a Solar Manufacturer Care about California Rule 21?
In this video, Tom Tansy, Chairman of the SunSpec Alliance, talks about why a solar manufacturer should care and ultimately comply with the new California Rule 21 standards. Learn more about SunSpec’s Education Programs.
What are the Different Types of Solar Education Available Through SunSpec?
In this short video Tom Tansy, Chairman of the SunSpec Alliance, talks about the curriculum available though SunSpec and UCSDX. He also talks about the benefits of digitizing the solar installation industry as it relates to installers. Thank you to QualityLogic, Kitu Systems, and UCSDX for helping produce this curriculum! Enrollment is available here: UCSD […]
Meet the Instructor: Bob Fox, Principal Engineer of SunSpec
In this interview our own Principal Engineer, Bob Fox, speaks about the benefits of participating in the upcoming SunSpec UCSDX California Rule 21 online education courses. In addition, Bob also talks about some of the benefits and consequences for members of the solar supply chain from CA Rule 21 guidelines as it relates to California’s […]
Meet the Instructor: Mike Bourton, VP of Business Development at Kitu Systems
In this interview, Mike Bourton of Kitu systems talks about the mission-critical dates and financial opportunities in relation to the upcoming California Rule 21 guidelines. Mike also talks about the deep integration between SunSpec and the rollout of CA rule 21. Mike is an instructor for the fully online course, “Secure Communication Networking for Distributed […]
Meet the Instructor: Steve Kang, VP of Engineering for QualityLogic
In this interview Steve Kang, VP of Engineering for QualityLogic, talks about the benefits of compliance with California Rule 21 and the advantages of the rise of the Smart Grid. Steve also continues to talk about the role of QualityLogic and SunSpec in relation to the development of California Rule 21 Guidelines Steve is an […]
Cybersecurity Webinar: Securing California Rule 21 Networks
Date: December 13, 2018 9:00 am Pacific Location: Webinar Once signed up, you will be emailed login information Description: California Rule 21 Phases 2 and 3 become effective on February 22, 2019. After that time, most new residential and commercial DER systems (solar only or solar plus storage) must be ready to communicate to the […]
The California Rule 21 Market Opportunity for Executives
Date: Thursday, January 24, 2019 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Location: UC San Diego Extension, University City 6256 Greenwich Dr 1st Floor, Grand Hall San Diego, CA 92122 Course Description/Goals: This in-person workshop hosted by the SunSpec Alliance provides distributed energy business executives, entrepreneurs, and others looking to enter the industry with foundational understanding of […]