Solar Academy Green Program

What’s causing the climate change?

Why are we here?

What is SOLS Solar Academy?

Malaysia

Indonesia

Solar Academy

SOLS 24/7 Solar Academy Kuala Lumpur

SOLS 24/7 has established a Solar Academy in Kuala Lumpur providing a unique training program for SPM leavers and School dropouts in various Solar Modules, English language, Computer, Life skills & Renewable Energy.

• 18 months Full-time program• Creation of Solar Program• Youth aged 17 to 25 years old• 100 students per batch• Students come from challenging background

No 10 & 12, Jalan 8/38a,Taman Sri Sinar,51200, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Source: http://www.mida.gov.my/env3/uploads/PerformanceReport/2012/MediaStatement.pdfhttp://www.thestar.com.my/Business/Business-News/2013/04/30/62-of-businesses-in-Msia-find-it-hard-to-source-skilled-workers/?style=biz

Challenges & positive progress

http://cleantechnica.com/2014/07/06/china-now-worlds-largest-solar-pv-market/http://www.mesym.com/discussions/malaysia-is-the-third-largest-solar-module-manufacturing-hub-in-the-world/

Solar energy in operation has been growing by an average of

124% per year since 2012

40% of Malaysian

household income is less than RM3000

62% of businesses in

Malaysia were finding it difficult to source skilled workers

Malaysia is the world's 3rdlargest solar module manufacturer

SOLS Solar Lab will enable youth from poor background to get intoScience and Technology field.

GRID-TIED SYSTEMS

The Science & Technology behind Solar process

How a solar system works

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1. Solar Panels2. Inverter3. Switch Board4. Electricity Meter5. Electricity Mains Grid

Multicrystalline / Polycrystalline

Chemical Definition

This type of Silicon has an ordered crystal

structure, with each atom ideally lying in a pre-ordained position

and exhibits predictable and

uniform behaviour.

The science elements used in making solar panels

Types of Solar Energy Cells

Monocrystalline Amorphous

Chemical Definition

This type of Silicon contains several regions

of crystalline Silicon kept together through

covalent bonding and separated by ‘grain

boundaries.

Chemical Definition

This type of Silicon has an even less regular

arrangement of atoms, which result in dangling bonds and several gaps where recombination

can take place

The technology elements used in making solar panels

We have successfully implemented a pilot programme1st Batch: January 2015

1st solar

academy for the poor in Malaysia

8 top solar companies have established a

long term partnership with us.

32 students enrolled in Jan 2015

27 SOLS Students

5 external students

100% graduated and

got an internship or work placement.

38% part time graduates

further their studies at top colleges

The impact

Project Progress: Curriculum Development

Fundamentals of Energy & Electricity

Health & Safety Introduction to

Renewable

Energy

Off-grid Solar

Systems

Grid-tied

Solar Systems

Project Outcome

• Improved level of technical abilities and employability among underprivileged youth.

• Increased access to solar energy in rural areas.

• Increased awareness about Solar Academy and the solar energy industry among companies and individuals.

• Improved livelihood of underprivileged people in Malaysia.

English, Communication, IT & Career Skills Solar-related Skills

Month 1

English Level 1 Computer Basics Mathematics 1 Science of Life 1

Month 2

English Level 1 Computer (Microsoft Office) Mathematics 2 Science of Life 2

Month 3

English Level 2 Computer (Internet Social Media) Mathematics 3 Computer Systems 1

Electrical 1

Month 4English Level 2 Computer Systems 2 Science of Life 3

Electrical 2

Month 5 English Level 3 Electrical 3 ElectromagnetismHealth & Safety

Month 6 English Level 3 Introduction to Renewable Energies Electrical CircuitsGeopolitical Energy Issues

Month 7 English Level 4Introduction to Solar Energy Malaysian Energy Regulations System Design

Month 8 English Level 4Organizational Behaviour 1

Rational and efficient use of energy Introduction to Solar PV systems Introduction to Solar Thermal Systems

Month 9 English Level 4Organizational Behaviour 2

Solar PV Off-Grid Systems 1Solar Thermal SystemsSolar Software (HOMER)

Month 10English Level 4Project Management 1Resume Writing

Solar PV Off-Grid Systems 2Solar PV Grid-Tied Systems 1Solar Maintenance & RepairSolar PV Hybrid Systems

Month 11English Level 4Project Management 2Writing Effective Cover Letters

Solar PV Grid-Tied Systems 2Health & Safety 2Project Evaluation Financial Analysis

Month 12English Level 4Interview Mock SessionsCompany presentations

Field Work Final Project

Solar Lab : Facilities and Infrastructure required

Solar Lab

Solar Panel

SOLS 247 Solar Academy building

in Segambut requires Solar Panel to be

installed

Learning Environment

Students will be able learn in a real solar academy and daily exposure to

the most conducive environment.

TimeLine

As soon as we receive grant

from PPG coating and approval from SEDA

Infrastructure

Students will use the Solar Lab for solar installation

& classroom

Participants

Students and volunteers from PPG are welcome to help to set up the Solar

Panel

We look forward to yoursupport & partnership.

Please visit us at www.sols247.org/my

In the event of queries, please contact:e: malaysia@sols247.org, hp: +6018 2222 247, tw: @sols247