Fast growth of an industry does produce some unique challenges. For the renewable energy industry, there is a shortage of trained and knowledgeable solar PV designers and installers. The Canadian Solar Institute (CSI) and her sister company Soleil Power Canada have extensive experience designing and installing both grid-tie and off-grid solar PV as well as solar thermal and wind energy systems. Its instructors have both theoretical and practical experience allowing them to stay current with the latest in renewable energy technology.

Currently CSI is offering an off-grid and grid-tie workshop. The curriculum was designed by Mario Borsato, one of only a few NABCEP certified instructor/installers in Canada. Mario is trained in grid-tie and off-grid solar pv , solar thermal and wind energy systems. From his extensive training and field experience, Mario brings together both the theoretical and technical aspects of design and installation of solar PV systems in an engaging format that is enjoyable and stimulates excellence in learning.