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WHAT IS NABCEP?
What the Credentials Mean
North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) is a non-profit organization that designs certification programs for the renewable energy sector. NABCEP certifications award those individuals who meet certain credentials’ requirements, including training, relevant experience, and passing examinations. This gives our clients one more way to evaluate the credentials of professionals involved in their solar energy projects.
Industry-Recognized Certification
NABCEP credentials demonstrate that an individual has met the requirements of a defined professional certification program.
Higher Standards
Professional qualifications support a focus on technical knowledge, safe working practices, and industry standards
Skilled Professionals
Training, relevant experience, and ongoing professional development help qualified professionals maintain their knowledge.
Better Outcomes
Understanding an installer's credentials helps you ask informed questions, compare providers, and choose a team suited to your project's needs.
OUR NABCEP-CERTIFIED TEAM
Qualified Professionals.
Real-World Experience.
Our Solar SME team comprises of NABCEP Board Certified professionals assisted by experienced project managers and solar experts. We operate in the sphere of both solar energy system installation and design, advising our clients about the solutions they can use. Our goal is to help you either install a new system or explore the possibilities of using energy storage for your particular property.
OUR CERTIFICATIONS
View Our NABCEP Credentials
Professional credentials need to be easily interpretable and independently verifiable. See the credentials certified through NABCEP that our Solar SME team possesses, and then use the NABCEP Directory to verify an individual’s credentialing status.
Verify a Credential
Want to confirm a professional's qualifications? Search the official NABCEP Professional Directory to check the individual's listing and credential status.
HOW THIS SUPPORTS OUR SERVICES
Better Expertise. Better Results.
Solar SME's team brings experience and technical knowledge to a range of solar and energy solutions. Our professionals can help you explore the right approach for your property, whether you're installing a new system, upgrading existing equipment, or planning for greater energy independence.
- Residential & Commercial Solar & Battery Installation
- Solar Repair & Maintenance
- Battery Backup & EV Charging
- Engineering, Permitting & Interconnection
- Electrical Services & Panel Upgrades
Ready to Go Solar With a Trusted Team?
Schedule a free consultation and find out how solar can work for your home or business. Solar SME can help you explore your options, understand the installation process, and identify a solution that fits your energy goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
NABCEP stands for the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners. It is a nonprofit credentialing organization founded in 2002 that offers voluntary certifications for renewable energy professionals, with a strong focus on solar photovoltaic (PV) work. It certifies people, not products.
It means an individual met NABCEP’s requirements for a specific credential. For Board Certifications, that includes relevant training, documented experience, and passing an exam. Certified professionals must also renew their credentials and follow NABCEP’s Code of Ethics.
No. NABCEP certification is voluntary and is not a government license. Some incentive programs, utilities, or commercial and public bids may prefer or require certified staff, so check the rules that apply to your project.
No. A license is legal permission from a state or local authority, while NABCEP certification is voluntary proof of solar-specific skill. A good project involves both. Learn more on our Certificates and Licenses page.
The NABCEP PV Installation Professional (PVIP) credential is the broadest, covering design through operations and maintenance. Specialist credentials focus on one area, such as design or commissioning. Associate credentials show entry-level knowledge and don’t require the same experience.
Board Certifications run on a three-year cycle. To renew, professionals complete continuing education and show they’re still active in the industry. For PVIP, that means 30 hours of continuing education. A credential that isn’t renewed lapses.