CONSEJO DE PROFESIONALES EN ENERGÍA FOTOVOLTAICA - CPEF

Website

www.cpef.org.mx

Services

In app support

About CPEF Consejo de Profesionales en Energía Fotovoltaica (CPEF) stands as the foremost and largest organization in Mexico dedicated to professionals in the photovoltaic energy sector. CPEF's primary mission is to empower companies and individuals within the industry by developing and validating their expertise across a comprehensive range of disciplines. This includes critical areas such as commercial strategies, technical proficiency, legal frameworks, financial modeling, and specialized applications like verification units and solar irrigation projects.

Professional Development & Certification CPEF is distinguished by being the only organization in Mexico endorsed by leading energy associations and issuing certificates backed by government agencies, including the Energy Agency of the State of Jalisco, the Energy Agency of the State of Chihuahua, and the Secretariat of Economy of the State of Oaxaca. This governmental validation ensures compliance with current Mexican standards and fosters trust among consumers and entrepreneurs alike. The organization provides a robust academic plan, offering the necessary knowledge through diplomas and modular courses, which cover essential topics from electrical manual guidelines and ethical codes to interconnection procedures, financial profitability models, and proper installation analysis. An 80% passing score on a theoretical exam is required for certification, though taking a course is not mandatory to apply.

Industry Impact & Services By gathering the nation's leading experts and academics, CPEF supports the growth and learning of photovoltaic energy companies and individuals entering the business, aiming to cultivate a more knowledgeable industry. This professionalization generates consumer confidence and adds significant value to businesses by mitigating risks associated with improper installations, such as electrical malfunctions, structural damage, or failed investments that can occur in a rapidly growing, yet still maturing, solar market. In addition to certifications, CPEF offers consulting services, conferences, direct client support, and strategic alliances to address common industry challenges, including legal contract disputes, the rental of trusted and nationally certified installers, and the development of specific consulting models.

Locations

• San José del Castillo, Jalisco