2011 Solar Summer Intensive
at Unm Taos
June 6 -18th
Where?
Green Tech Education Center at the Taos High School Campus
Register on line at taos.unm.edu
See Construction Technology
BIOREGION The Taos valley floor is a rich mixture for the senses! High altitude semi-arid desert and acequia irrigated fields with a gorgeous backdrop of snowcapped peaks and the Rio Grande Gorge
CULTURAL BEAUTY Taos is an intriguing blend of the old and new. Native Americans with their rich heritage and pueblos; Traditional hispanic families are the majority population; Anglo immigrants expressing free speech of the 1960's, leaving an indelible mark on the arts, and recently adding strain to the traditions and ruralness of the region.
SOLAR CAPITOL OF THE WORLD Community wide Proclamations and claims are supported by a high percentage of buildings designed and built to work with the sun's energy for heating, lighting and hot water. Locally owned KTAO is the largest 100% solar power transmitted radio station in the world.
ONE WEEK LONG COURSES
JUNE 6-10
2 Credit Hours
Greenhouse Lab
Sharon Leach
Season extension is critical to increase our local food system capacity. Students will design a greenhouse and build one as a food-growing classroom during the week. Lessons include 4 season growing strategies and how to find and eat more local foods.
JUNE 6-11
3 Credit Hours
Intro to Photovoltaics
Michael Weinman
This course introduces students to photovoltaics(PV) or electricity generated directly from the sun. Includes net metering only, net metering with battery storage and off grid PV systemsLearn basic installation steps with hands on activities and teams.
JUNE 6-11
3 Credit Hours
Solar Design + LEED
Mark Goldman & Karlis Viceps
Students will learn how to integrate passive solar , green materials, thermal mass, raincatchment, solar hot water and PV in residential design. Includes study of the sun's path seasonally and how this impacts site and building design. LEED for Homes principles, hands on with green materials, and use of Google Sketchup.
JUNE 13-18
3 Credit Hours
SW Organic Farming
Sharon Leach
Beyond organic techniques and topics covered include compost, green manure, CSA's, tracking and measuring, soil ideas and non-toxic pest controls while working as farming interns on a Taos farm each day. Longer breaks for discussion and demonstrations. Students will design their own 4-season food-growing plans. Physical fitness not required.
CoursesQuestions? Greentec@unm.edu 575.737.6200
