WASHINGTON, D.C., August 8, 2017—The Cadmus Group, Inc. (Cadmus) announced today that two of its engineers, Matt Piantedosi and Chris Houtz, have earned one of the solar industry’s newest and most comprehensive certifications of its kind from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP®) and are now NABCEP Certified PV System Inspectors.
NABCEP is a highly respected and well-established national certification organization for renewable energy professionals. Designation as a NABCEP PV System Inspector is the most advanced certification of its kind in the solar industry.
To earn the NABCEP certification, Piantedosi and Houtz were required to pass a rigorous exam that covers the breadth of the multi-craft knowledge, skills, and abilities required to competently design, install, and maintain PV systems. The exam assesses knowledge on subjects as diverse as electrical and mechanical system design, job site safety, the National Electrical Code, roofing and construction techniques, and system maintenance and troubleshooting.
“Cadmus is committed to ensuring our professionals lead the industry in promoting energy efficiency, energy conservation, and the development of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar,” said Terry Fry, Senior Vice President, Cadmus. “Chris and Matt earning this new, highly respected certification adds another level of expertise—and trust—for our clients.”
About NABCEP
NABCEP is a non‐profit organization governed by a board of directors consisting of volunteer representatives of the solar industry, NABCEP certificants, renewable energy organizations, state policy makers, educational institutions, and the trades. NABCEP’s mission is to develop and implement quality credentialing and certification programs for practitioners by supporting and working closely with stakeholders in the renewable energy and energy efficiency industries. To learn more, visit www.nabcep.org.
About The Cadmus Group, Inc.
Cadmus provides professional consulting services that help clients achieve their goals and create social and economic value today and for future generations. By applying exceptional technical expertise and a highly collaborative approach, we deliver customized solutions that address complex challenges facing the realms of natural and built environments, energy, public health, climate, homeland security, and international development. Cadmus’ more than 500 consultants serve government, commercial, and nongovernmental organizations in the United States and abroad.