How can I start a career in Solar energy?

I want to learn how to install solar panels do i need a certificate or schooling to start in this Field?

Should government help by private citizens through subsidies for who wish to install solar panels on their?

roofs and sell the power to the grid. It’s being done successfully in Germany, why not here? It would help home owners, it would create green energy jobs and help build a green energy grid.

If oil companies can expect these energy subsidies for energy development, why not private citizens?

How is electricity produced?. What is needed to produce electricity?

Recently there was a blackout in my area after some thunderstorms. The lights not working, the T.V. cannot turn on, and the computer cannot on, the oven cannot turn on, it’s all darkness..only the phone is still working..

Where can I buy solar equip in Los Angeles? Smaller scale stuff for portable applications, not a home install.

I’m looking for PV panels, charge controllers, batteries, inverters, that kind of thing. My goal is to build a portable solar generator, something like:

http://solar-power.zumbador.com/

You can get all this stuff online, I know, but I’m new to this stuff and would love to inspect the gear, and maybe ask some questions, before I buy.

I’m also looking for highly efficient (LED) lighting components…