Renewables Course Description
Renewable energy today is all about technical innovation. Policy & markets have driven much of this innovation — renewables such as solar & wind have seen their capital costs drop dramatically in recent years, becoming increasingly cost-competitive with fossil fuels. According to BP, the place of renewable energy (excluding hydro) in the energy mix of nations has moved steadily upward from 1.3% of global energy production in 2010 to beyond 5% today.
Climate change is on everyone’s mind & renewables will have a major role to play if greenhouse gas mitigation efforts are to succeed. The US has decided to withdraw from the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, but other major nations such as China, Germany & France continue to stay the course. Following through on Canada’s net-zero goals will require dramatic change in the way this nation utilizes energy — a shift away from hydrocarbons toward renewables. The Working Group II contribution to the IPCC 6th Assessment Report drives home the point that climate change is an ever-increasing problem, so finding workable ways to implement those big plans is a growing concern.
This 2-day Oak Leaf course will provide you with high-level information about wind, solar, geothermal, biomass, hydro & carbon capture & storage options. The course also considers the controversial topic of big & small nuclear energy because of nuclear’s potential to create large amounts of low-GHG energy. You will learn how renewables work, where they can be deployed most effectively & the most promising renewable technologies under development. You will also gain understanding of the economics of renewables, policy directions & how renewables will integrate with smart grids. Global renewable efforts are discussed throughout the course, but the primary focus will be on Canadian innovation & projects.
This renewable energy course is an information-packed 2-day session with plenty of group discussion, videos & hands-on activities. The course is of use to people in organizations embracing renewables and/or to folks considering their career options in a future-oriented industry.
Key Details
This course is offered in conjunction with
TBA 2025; contact us for in-house
8 a.m. Mountain (10 a.m. Eastern) start
Early bird registration deadline: TBA
Calgary & ONLINE
Instructor — Chris Best
Calgary Venue address: PTAC
4th floor, 500 5 Ave. SW
Venue: $1995 Venue Early bird: $1895
Online: $1895 Online Early bird: $1795
Course Level: Beginner/Introductory
Personal Development Hours (PDH): 16
Coffee, snacks, lunch & refreshments served both days
RegisterSPECIAL 2-COURSE COMBO!
Electricity Fundamentals & Restructuring + Renewable Energy Fundamentals
Date: TBA (Electricity); Date: TBA (Renewables)
Early bird registration deadline: TBA
Calgary & ONLINE
Instructor — Chris Best
Calgary Venue address: PTAC
4th floor, 500 5 Ave. SW
Venue: $3195 Venue Early bird: $2995
Online: $2995 Online Early bird: $2795
