Emerging Technologies

Today, there is a strong shift in the electrical contracting industry landscape, led by emerging technologies. As an electrical, low voltage, or renewable energy contractor, you are well-positioned to provide the needed services to your customers who want to take advantage of these opportunities. However, the technologies continue to evolve. To stay competitive, you need education and training.

At IECNY, we keep our members up to date on the latest in research, products, DOE programs, and early adoption efforts of emerging technologies. Plus, we educate our members about the electrical hazards associated with these new energy technologies, as well as their associated safety tips for businesses and consumers. By participating in our emerging technology programs, our members can increase their market share by learning how they can adopt new contracting methods and reposition themselves to address the predicted shortfalls in the skilled electrical workforce.

Renewable Energy Technologies

We offer introductory, entry-level, code, design, installation and trouble-shooting courses in the following areas:

• solar PV systems
• solar thermal systems
• wind generators
• electric vehicle charging stations

IECNY is proud to be approved by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) to provide NABCEP Entry Level Testing for both photovoltaics and solar thermal. We are also approved to provide NACEP CEU Credits for NABCEP Certified Installers and have also been selected to host the NABCEP Certified Installer Exam at our NY facility.

Our Renewable Energy Committee is expeditiously working with contractor partners, associate partners, local colleges, training facilities, government policy makers, utilities and electrical inspectors to implement new renewable energy safety, training and installation programs.  Our committee is also charged with research and member education programs for energy conservation and viable renewable energy solutions.