Energy Efficiency. Alternative Sources of Energy
The course consists of five modules. The main focus is on analysis of main problems, challenges and trends in the global energy sector, dynamics and possible scenarios of its development. The efficiency of various methods of energy generation is debated. The physical and technical fundamentals of wind and solar energy are discussed. The possibility of using autonomous combined energy plants for power supply of remote objects is shown. Two remote labs illustrated the possibilities of different solar technologies support the course.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course the learner is expected to be able to:
- Analyze main problems, challenges and trends in the global energy sector
- Debate possible ways of transformation of the global energy system, possible scenarios of its development
- Compare efficiency of various methods of energy generation
- Explain the physical and technical fundamentals of alternative energy technologies
- Assess the investment attractiveness of using autonomous combined energy plants