Online Sustainability eLearning - Training Resources

Stormwater Subcontractor Short Course The 1 hour online Subcontractor Short Course educates subcontractors on the basics of stormwater compliance, and the importance of protecting and maintaining BMPs on a construction site. This course can be completed in 2 weeks or less. The student can take longer to adjust to work schedules. Upon completion of the program 2 year access is given to all course content. This certificate is approved  more...

Grant Writing Basics ...ire an investment in planning, resources, commitment, and sustainability. Applying for a grant can seem like a daunting task. Certainly, there is work involved, but with the help of this tutorial, you will know the steps that are necessary and find that success is not as hard to attain as you might think. Grants also have added benefits for the library in addition to funding, such as valuable  more...

Home Energy Fundamentals Learn the fundamentals of how your home uses energy, and how to reduce your energy consumption. Methods of making your home more energy efficient will be covered, and you will gain an understanding of the basic types of renewable energy available.Student has access for 60 days but may complete the course sooner. Home Energy Fundamentals In this five-module online course, you will get an  more...

Choosing a Renewable Energy Installer Once you`ve made the decision to install either a solar or wind renewable energy system, what are the important questions to ask potential installers? This online class helps you locate installers, and covers important considerations and characteristics to look for. Also, we cover installation considerations, including what you can do to help. Student has access for 30 days but may complete the  more...

Certified Compliance Inspector of Stormwater (CCIS(tm) Certificate) The 6-hour CCIS(tm) online certification class educates and certifies municipal inspectors and jobsite stormwater managers to properly implement, inspect, and maintain a construction site for stormwater compliance. This course can be completed in 2 weeks or less. The student can take longer to adjust to work schedules. Upon completion of the program 2 year access is given to all course content.  more...

Certified Preparer of SWPPP (CPSWPPP Certificate) The 8-hour CPSWPP online stormwater training and certification educates and certifies individuals to prepare Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans. Professionals certified as a CPSWPPP are also certified to implement and inspect sites for stormwater compliance. This course can be completed in 2 weeks or less. The student can take longer to adjust to work schedules. Upon completion of the  more...

Achieving Solar - An Introductory Guide Learn the fundamentals of today`s solar energy applications for homes and small businesses. Site considerations will be covered, as well as payback and economic considerations for solar energy systems.Student has access for 60 days but may complete the course sooner. Achieving Solar - An Introductory Guide In this online six-module course, you will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of  more...