REN 808
Fundamentals of Renewable Energy
COURSE SCHEDULE
| Code | Date | Location | price (€)* |
|---|---|---|---|
| REN 808 | 26 - 30 Oct 2026 | Paris | 4400 |
| REN 808 | 14 - 18 Dec 2026 | Online | 3990 |
* Prices are subject to VAT and local terms. Ph.D. students, groups (≥ 3 persons) and early bird registrants (8 weeks in advance) are entitled to a DISCOUNT!
COURSE OVERVIEW
The use of fossil fuels has continued unabated over a period in excess of 100 years. Increasing energy demands maintains the hydrocarbons industry for a vast range of uses – fuel, pharmaceuticals, agro-chemicals and plastics. There exists an expectation that the use of hydrocarbons must be maintained for both energy demands and energy security as part of the ‘Energy Mix’.
In parallel, the ever-increasing momentum toward the use of sustainable energy forms has initiated industry and academia together with industrial organisations over many years to research, develop and practically apply equipment and systems to provide an alternative energy source for current and future demands.
Well known and well-established renewable sources are wind, solar, nuclear, geothermal, hydropower and biomass. Similarly, industry has seen the rise of hydrogen and carbon capture and storage developments taking place.
This course is designed to present all delegates the essentials of renewable energy with respect to the mechanisms of renewable energy production, transport, storage, handling, and uses. In addition, the course will also present and discuss the challenges, risks and economics associated with renewable forms. Importantly, the current and future thinking of global governments in relation to renewable energy as part of the ‘Energy Transition’ and the concept of ‘Net Zero’ will be presented and discussed.
COURSE OUTLINE
5 days
Day 1: Foundations of Energy and Sustainability
o Introduction to the Course, Course Objectives and Learning Outcomes
o Global Energy Outlook – Statements from different organisation – IEA, EI, DNV
o The Five Technology Pillars for the Future of Energy
o What is renewable energy? and non-renewable sources of energy
o Explain key concepts such as energy demand, supply, and sustainability
o Describe the environmental impacts of fossil fuels (e.g., climate change, pollution)
o Identify major global energy trends and challenges
o Recognize the role of renewable energy in reducing carbon emissions
o Interactive discussions
Day 2: Renewable Energy Sources
o Solar (PV and thermal)
o Wind
o Wave
o Hydropower
o Biomass
o Geothermal
o Nuclear
o Hydrogen
o CCUS
o Advantages, Disadvantages, Limitations
o Challenges and Risks
o Case Studies, Interactive discussions
Day 3: Technologies and Systems
o Renewable energy systems – design, construction and integration
o Grid connections
o Key components (e.g., solar panels, inverters, turbines, batteries)
o Renewable energy - storage technologies and their importance
o Evaluation of system efficiencies and performance factors
o Case Studies, Interactive discussions
Day 4: Economics, Policy, and Implementation
o The economics of renewable energy (costs, ROI, incentives)
o Government policies and international agreements - UN Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), Kyoto Protocol, Paris Agreement
o Insight into the barriers to renewable energy adoption (technical, financial, social)
o Evaluate case studies of renewable energy projects
o Case Studies, Interactive discussions
Day 5: Future Trends and Practical Application
o Emerging technologies (e.g., hydrogen, smart grids)
o Looking into the future of global energy systems and decarbonization pathways
o Regulatory Compliance, codes and standards
o Interactive discussions
INSTRUCTOR
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DESIGNED FOR
This course is designed for the following disciplines, but not necessarily limited to the following:
o Disciplined engineers – civils, process, structural, electrical
o Materials and Corrosion
o Risk & Integrity Management
o Construction and Installation
o Inspection & Maintenance
o Operations
o Health and Safety
o Support services
COURSE LEVEL
o Intermediate to Advance
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The learning objectives of this course shall be to provide all delegates with:
o Identification of major global energy trends and challenges
o Describe the environmental impacts of fossil fuels (e.g., climate change, pollution)
o Recognize the role of renewable energy in reducing carbon emissions
o A solid understanding of renewable energy concepts, methodologies and technologies
o Understand energy storage technologies and their importance
o The key concepts such as energy demand, supply, and sustainability
o Understand energy storage technologies and their importance
o Compare advantages and limitations of each energy type
o Critically evaluate different energy solutions
o Application of knowledge to real-world energy challenges
o Communicate informed perspectives on sustainability and energy policy
o Awareness of current thinking from ‘think tank’ organisations on renewable energy
o Awareness of emerging technologies (e.g., hydrogen, smart grids, offshore wind)
o Future of global energy systems and decarbonization pathways
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