New accelerator programme to support Stockport electricians to access growing solar market

Electrical contractors, businesses, sole traders and other interested parties in Stockport are invited to the launch of a new Solar Installer Accelerator to help them take advantage of the growth solar energy market.

The programme from Green Economy and MCS Certified will work with local and national partners to provide access to the required qualifications, certifications and skills needed to run a sustainable and thriving MCS certified solar business with a focus on the UK market.

Demand for solar is booming, with projected demand exceeding supply in terms of the existing number of qualified, locally based installers. Qualified electricians have a unique opportunity to join this growing market by developing new skills, accessing local opportunities and growing their business base across the city-region as Greater Manchester takes action to become carbon neutral.

 A launch event will take place at Stockport College on Friday 20th September from 9am to 11am, to introduce the Solar Installer Accelerator trial and explore what steps Greater Manchester is taking to increase renewable energy generation through rooftop solar panels.

The morning’s agenda includes:

• 09:00-09:30 – Registration and networking
• 09:30-09:35 – Welcome and introductions: Green Economy / Trafford & Stockport College Group
• 09:35-09:50 – The role of the solar PV in our energy transition: Ian Rippin, Chief Executive MCS Certified.
• 09:50-10:05 – Building solar capacity in Greater Manchester: Greater Manchester Combined Authority
• 10:05-10:20 – An introduction to the Solar Installer Accelerator: Katherine Burden, Business Development Lead Green Economy
• 10:20-10:35 – Case study: Atlantic Renewables Dean Flute, Director Atlantic Renewables
• 10:35-10:50 – Q&A: All
• 10:50-11:00 – Close + next steps: Green Economy 

The event is free to attend and both vegetarian and non-vegetarian breakfast will be provided, as well as tea and coffee throughout the morning. To register your interest in attending, book your place online here.