International Training on Global Energy Transition
Capacity Building Program | ECAS Institute
Course Background
The global energy transition requires shifting from fossil fuels to sustainable energy sources, involving technological, economic, and policy changes. ECAS Institute guides participants through the complexities of renewable energy technologies, integration challenges, and economic implications, empowering professionals to drive the shift to a sustainable energy system.
Course Objectives
Understand the current energy transition and renewable energy applications.Develop awareness of renewable energy technologies, operations, and integration challenges.Gain knowledge of advanced technologies for transporting renewable electricity.Understand the economics of operating renewable-based power systems.What You Will Learn
Critical understanding of the global energy transition and renewable energy technologies.Operational fundamentals and applications of various renewable energy technologies.Integration of renewable energy into electricity networks and the role of energy storage.Advanced technologies for electricity transportation and grid integration.Economic considerations in operating renewable-based power systems.Target Participants
Energy professionals and engineers.Policy-makers and strategists in the energy sector.Researchers and academics in renewable energy and power systems.Utility and grid operators.Energy consultants and project developers.Students pursuing renewable energy or electrical engineering studies.Training Modules
| No | Module | Details |
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| 1 | An Energy Outlook: Current Landscape and Challenges | Global energy classification, consumption trends, environmental concerns, electricity market reforms, and drivers of energy transition. |
| 2 | Energy Transition and Renewable Energy Technologies | Principles, prospects, operations, applications, and variability challenges of solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and biomass energy. |
| 3 | Transportation of Renewably Generated Electrical Power | HVDC transmission, smart grids, distributed generation, microgrids, and infrastructure planning for renewable-heavy grids. |
| 4 | Grid Integration Challenges and Strategies | Grid stability, forecasting, intermittency management, demand-side management, and regulatory frameworks for integration. |
| 5 | Role of Energy Storage Systems | Battery, pumped hydro, compressed air, and thermal storage; applications in grid stabilization, peak shaving, economics, and future developments. |
| 6 | Economics of Renewable Energy Systems Operation | LCOE, market mechanisms, investment and financing models, policy incentives, and economic impacts of renewable power systems. |
| 7 | Guest Lecture by Energy Transition Industry Expert | Industry insights, emerging technologies, career paths, skills, and real-world case studies from leading energy experts. |
Training Style
The course uses PowerPoint presentations, lectures, case studies, field visits, breakout sessions, and interactive discussions. Guest speakers provide global insights via in-person and online platforms. Participants engage in group work, plenary discussions, and scenario-based learning to contextualize theoretical concepts.
General Notes
Training manuals and reference materials provided.Certificate issued upon successful completion.Tailor-made training available for organizations. Contact: info@ecasiafrica.orgAbout ECAS Institute
ECAS Institute delivers independent training, research, and consulting in climate change, renewable energy, carbon markets, nature-based solutions, biodiversity, agriculture, and food systems. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, ECAS operates across Africa and globally, partnering with organizations in Europe, the USA, and beyond.
