RETool: developing business and careers in the New Energy Economy

The promise of renewable energy is a bright spot among recent news of a troubled environment and economy. Clean energy companies are expanding, especially in Colorado, and federal stimulus funds are flooding into the industry. Now is the time to identify attractive opportunities in this rapidly evolving industry.

This intensive, four-day certificate program offered by the Deming Center for Entrepreneurship at CU-Boulder provides an in-depth look at renewable energy technologies and policies. RETool brings together panels of world-class CU faculty and industry experts in clean technology development to prepare participants to answer:

  • Which renewable energy technologies have the greatest short- and long-term promise?
  • How are costs and pricing for renewable energy technologies changing?
  • How do federal and state policies affect the growth of different technologies?
  • What are the key challenges of to the growth and success of renewable energy and how can they be overcome?
  • How can I identify business, commercial, and job opportunities with renewable energy?

Who should attend this certificate program?

  • Managers & executives wanting to understand the impact of renewable energy on their business and clients
  • Professionals and service providers looking to identify clients in this rapidly growing industry
  • Individuals wanting to learn more about renewable energy and its job opportunities
  • Investors or entrepreneurs seeking new high-growth opportunities in renewable energy
  • Anyone needing to quickly and efficiently learn the essentials of renewable energy

Event Details, Dates & Topics include:

  • Friday, August 27 - Renewable Electric Power
  • Friday, October 1 - Understanding Smart Grids
  • Friday, November 5 - Renewable Transportation Energy
  • Friday, December 3 - The Promise of Energy Efficiency

Location: Leeds School of Business, University of Colorado at Boulder
Price: Early registration $990 until July 31. Regular price $1200. Individual courses $395 each. Register for the Certification Program.

Contact Sarah Leshan at leshan@colorado.edu or 303.735.0451 with questions.