Rodney Wiltshire is the founder of Wiltshire Renewable Energy Systems, LLC, a firm focused on research and development in the fields of renewable energy and sustainable engineering design. He is also the owner of Empire Solar Store, a retail business specializing in renewable and alternate energy systems and conservation appliances. Wiltshire has extensive experience designing and installing renewable energy systems and is certified by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) to design, install, and maintain solar electric systems. In addition to his industry activity, he is an adjunct professor of photovoltaics at Hudson Valley Community College and an adjunct professor of environmental studies at Skidmore College. He holds a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering from Cornell University.
During nearly 30 years of writing for television and print, Christopher Conto has earned dozens of industry accolades, including multiple "Telly" awards and the prestigious Chancellor's Award of Excellence of the State University of New York. In addition to recognizing his clear, engaging writing style, most of his awards have been presented for outstanding work in educational applications. Conto has written and produced nearly 500 educational videos covering topics as diverse as residential construction, automotive repair, early childhood education, and skills development for the fashion industry. He has also written curriculum guides for numerous courses, presents regularly at educational training conferences, and is a member of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
