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Leonard Allen
- Has lived in PV powered home since 1991.
- grid-tied PV systems design and training through Siemens in USA in mid 1990’s, and hands-on with megawatt scale rooftop projects in Germany in late 1990’s.
- Successfully patented a Solera solar powered product technology
- Founded the Solar Community Group concept in Canada with Greenpeace in 2000 under the banner “Solar Pioneers” and completed 25 grid-tied solar home installations utilizing micro solar grid-tie inverters from the Netherlands
- Executed the original RISE solar community initiative that has since spawned all subsequent community groups
- Invited member of the OPA’s Micro Generation Committee during development of the RESOP program and rules.
- past Vice President and Director, Canadian Solar Industries Association
- Advisory board member – Ontario Partnership for Innovation and Commercialization (headed by Ryerson University)
- Successfully developed Canada’s largest PV grid-tied project at the time for Toronto Hydro (36kW system) in 2004.
David Watts
- Involvement in solar PV since early 2000’s.
- specializing in leading-edge PV technology selection and application
- has managed rooftop assessment, design, procurement and deployment of more than 100 grid-tied PV generating projects over the last 4 years
- responsible for the development of a number of projects where the technology utilized made its Canadian debut
- David’s career is anchored by his surname!
Jonathan Brown
- Jonathan has extensive training in electrical safety including residential wiring and grounding and bonding techniques; he has worked closely with Solera employees for many years.
- has working at heights certificate and training in use of scissor lifts and zoom booms.
- John has been trained by senior Solera staff in various site assessment techniques, and utilizes analytical solar tools such as the solar pathfinder for determining optimal system layout.
- John is the key representative for GTA Our Power projects
Bernard Siguion
- Master Electrician and accredited contractor
- extensive knowledge of ESA and code requirements specific to grid-tied PV systems due to years of experience on Solera’s residential and commercial PV projects
- With respect to metering and utility grid- interconnection, Bernie’s expertise has been invaluable during the transition to a RESOP/FIT environment
- Continuously generates excellent Solera customer feedback
Jeremy Hudspith
- Jeremy is the field project manager responsible for accurate and efficient execution of Solera’s projects. He has fully managed many dozens of residential, industrial and commercial PV projects on all types of roofs, and he is expertly versed in the application of all Solera systems.
- Jeremy has extensive renovation and home building experience, including post and beam construction. He has performed home renovations according to GreenSaver recommendations, and understands energy efficiency and building envelope design. His sustainable energy experience includes photovoltaic installations management on flat and sloped roofs, solar thermal system installations, project consulting, and he has been trained at Bergey Windpower in Oklahoma for wind project site assessment, preparation and construction.
- Continuously generates excellent Solera customer feedback
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