Introduction to Renewable energy systems
- This course teaches about renewable energy systems and how to assess their feasibility objectively.
- Open to anyone interested in gaining insight into renewable energy systems.
- Covers various renewable energy technologies, benefits, constraints, and financial incentives.
- Delegates will learn to understand different renewable energy technologies and their applications.
- Participants will discuss and identify the most suitable renewable energy technology for various scenarios.
Overview
This training course offers an opportunity to learn about renewable energy systems (RES) and how to assess their feasibility at specific sites objectively. It covers various renewable energy technologies, benefits, constraints, financial incentives, and government policies. Participants will explore factors influencing RES choice, planning, and case studies. By the end of the course, delegates will understand energy basics, differentiate between renewable energy technologies, identify suitable technologies for different situations, and comprehend financial incentives and government commitments related to renewable energy production.
Who should attend
Energy Analyst, Environmental Consultant
Objectives
This training course provides a great opportunity to learn about the main renewable energy systems (RES) and introduces how to impartially and objectively assess the feasibility of different RES at specific sites.
Pre-Requisites
It is open to anyonewishing to gain a further insight and in renewable energy systems.
Course Content
This course provides an introduction to the main renewable energy technologies, their application, benefits, constraints, financial incentives, government and planning policy.
● Introduction to the main renewable energy technologies including:-
Solar Water Heating and solar photovoltaics
Wood Fuel Heating
Ground, Water and Air Source Heat Pumps
Small scale hydro-electricity
Small to Medium Scale Wind
● Site based factors that influence RES choice
● Planning
● Financial incentives available for RES
● Case studies of different technologies and installations
The course includes interactive sessions in which delegates will discuss the most appropriate renewable energy technology for a number of different scenarios.
Outcomes
At the end of the course delegates will be able to:
● Understand the basics of energy,
● Distinguish between the main types of renewable energy technology,
● Identify what each technology can do,
● Start the process of identifying which are the most appropriate technologies for any given situation,
● Be aware of and understand the Feed in Tariffs, Renewable Heat Incentive and other relevant financial incentives
● Be aware of Government commitments and targets on greenhouse gases and renewable energy production.
