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5-day Interactive Training Course

Energy and Climate Change

Transitioning Energy Economies to a Carbon-Free Future through the Integration of Renewable Energy Sources

Course Dates

19 - 23 Feb 2024 Istanbul - Turkey € 4,350 Register Now
15 - 19 Apr 2024 Dubai - UAE € 4,350 Register Now
03 - 07 Jun 2024 Milan - Italy € 5,350 Register Now
19 - 23 Aug 2024 Phuket - Thailand € 5,350 Register Now
28 - 01 Nov 2024 Dubai - UAE € 4,350 Register Now
30 - 03 Jan 2025 Dubai - UAE € 4,350 Register Now

Overview

Investors will possess the essential knowledge to mitigate risks in their renewable energy investments and achieve enhanced returns. This STRATEDGE training course aims to empower participants from both public and private sectors, enabling them to comprehend, devise, and execute strategies for decarbonizing energy economies. The focus will be on leveraging cost-effective, locally sourced renewable energy solutions, offering crucial insights into factors such as debt/equity ratios, credit enhancement, and assessments of end-user creditworthiness.

This training course equips individuals to navigate the challenges posed by climate change, safeguarding present and future generations. Additionally, it emphasizes the financial benefits of correctly implemented renewable energy solutions, citing examples like the cost-effectiveness of solar energy compared to conventional grid-based power. The inclusion of energy storage further ensures the reliability of renewable sources, making them comparable to grid-supplied power.

Upon completion, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of integrating renewable energy into the traditional energy framework, fostering positive environmental and societal impacts.

Course Objectives

Participants will gain a more profound insight into global energy trends, comprehending the environmental impact of carbon release and its implications for future generations, leading to “intergenerational inequity.” This STRATEDGE training course empowers individuals to grasp methods for decarbonizing economies, equipping them with the skills to assess, develop, and finance renewable energy projects based on technical, economic, and environmental considerations. The program fosters an environment conducive to scaling up renewable energy and enables participants to make informed decisions by leveraging data from the world’s premier information sources.

Upon completion of this STRATEDGE training course, participants will be proficient in:

  • Establishing a connection between conventional energy generation and usage and the resulting impacts on climate change.
  • Understanding the pivotal roles of Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy, Reducing Emissions from Deforestation (REDD), and Carbon Capture and Sequestration in the process of decarbonizing economies.
  • Conducting fundamental assessments and developments for renewable energy projects.
  • Comprehending how policies, regulations, and procurement paradigms related to renewable energy contribute to low-carbon energy strategies.
  • Analyzing and selecting financing approaches that align with their goals on a situational basis.
  • Accessing the world’s preeminent data sources to expand knowledge on climate change and energy.

Training Methodology

Participants in this training course will undergo comprehensive instruction on the topic, incorporating a diverse range of effective adult learning teaching and facilitation methods. The approach includes a concise evaluation of participant names, roles, and interests. The content incorporates charts, illustrations, images, and embedded hyperlinks to websites, along with videos, case studies, hands-on problem-solving sessions, and interactive discussions. The PowerPoint presentation will be captivating and visually pleasing, emphasizing information graphics for enhanced engagement.

Who Should Attend?

This STRATEDGE training course is well-suited for individuals employed in the energy sector, especially those holding positions in finance, accounting, and performance measurement.

While applicable to a broad spectrum of energy and climate change professionals across public, private, and association sectors, this STRATEDGE training course is particularly advantageous for:

  • Energy Policymakers and Regulators
  • Climate Change Policymakers and Regulators
  • National and Sub-National Government Leaders
  • Renewable Energy Project Developers
  • Renewable Energy Industry Associations
  • Financial Institutions and Lenders in the Renewable Energy sector
  • Equity Investors in Renewable Energy
  • Associations within the End-User Market Sector

Course Outline

DAY 1: Global Energy Landscape and Utilization

Resources

  • Coal
  • Oil and gas
  • Nuclear
  • Solar
  • Wind
  • Biomass
  • Biofuels
  • Hydrogen

Generation Technologies

  • Combustion: Boilers, Steam Generators, Turbines, and Engines
  • Combined Heat & Power
  • Solar Photovoltaic (PV)
  • Concentrating Solar Power (CSP)
  • Wind Turbines
  • Geothermal
  • Wave, Current, And O-TEC
  • Fuel Cells
  • Electricity Transmission & Distribution Networks

Energy Access as SDG Goal

  • Transmission Lines
    • kV Range
    • Associated Land Requirements
    • Associated Thermal Energy Losses
  • Distribution
    • kV Range
    • Collection Rates
    • Regularization

End-use

  • Energy – Efficiency First
  • Electricity, Heating, Cooling, and Process Heat
  • Net – Zero Energy
  • Residential
  • Commercial & Institutional
  • Industrial
  • Transportation
  • District Energy
  • Off-Grid vs. On-Grid
  • Energy Storage and Controls Systems

 

DAY 2: Addressing Carbon Challenges

Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Goals

  • Climate Change Mitigation vs. Adaptation
    • Extraction
    • Drilling
    • Mountaintop Removal
  • Carbon Content of Fossil Fuels vs. Natural Gas vs. Renewable Energy
  • Ozone and Greenhouse Gases
  • Decarbonizing Methods
    • Energy Efficiency
    • Renewable Energy
    • Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD)
    • Carbon Capture and Sequestration
  • Cost Considerations
    • Price Data
  • Carbon Neutral Countries
  • United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)
    • Interaction Among Emissions, Climate, Risks, and Development Pathways: Characteristics of Mitigation Pathways
    • Economic and Social Costs and Benefits of Mitigation and Adaptation in the Context of Development Pathways
    • Adaptation and Mitigation Actions in the Context of Sustainable Development
  • Finance and Means of Support
DAY 3: Technical-Economic Considerations for Scaling Up Renewable Energy
  • Comparing Centralized, Independent Power Producers (IPP), and Decentralized Renewable Energy Approaches
  • Enhancing Financial Viability through Rigorous Due Diligence
  • Initial Assessments: Pre-Feasibility Studies
  • In-Depth Analysis: Detailed Feasibility Studies
  • Establishing Funding Mechanisms: Project Preparation Facility
  • Evaluating Technical Feasibility: Technical Assessment
  • Identifying Resources: Available Resources
  • Utilizing Global Data: Global Atlas for Renewable Energy
  • Emphasizing Local Data Importance
  • Assessing Efficiency: Capacity Factors
  • Analyzing Data for Decision-Making: Translating CF Into Spreadsheet Analyses
  • Simulation and Prediction: Modeling
  • Managing Variability: Variable Renewable Energy and Ensuring Grid Stability
  • Evaluating Viability: Economic Assessment
  • Understanding Expenses: The Costs of Renewable Energy Systems
  • Structuring Agreements: Power Purchase Agreements
  • Mitigating Risks: De-Risking Instruments
  • Flexible Ownership Options: Put Call Option Agreements (PCOAs)
  • Providing Security: Partial Risk Guarantees (PRGS) and Sovereign Guarantee
  • Exploring Financial Structures: Financing Models Overview
  • Balancing Finances: Debt-Equity Ratios
  • Enhancing Creditworthiness: Credit Enhancement
  • Utilizing Internal Resources: Self-Financed Approaches
  • External Funding Strategies: Project Financing
  • Lease Financing: Leasing Options
  • External Expertise: Renewable Energy Service Companies (RESCO)
  • Independent Energy Generation: Independent Power Producers (IPP)
  • Incremental Payment Models: PAYGO Approach
DAY 4: Establishing a Supportive Environment for Scaling Up Renewable Energy
  • Collaborative Planning: Integrated Resource & Resilience Planning
  • Strategic Energy Roadmaps: National Long-Term Energy Planning
  • Initiating Early-Stage Development: Project Preparation Facility
  • Bilateral Energy Flow: Net Metering
  • Locally-Driven Initiatives: Community Energy
  • Mandated Clean Energy Adoption: Renewable Portfolio Standards
  • Price Incentives for Renewable Energy: Feed-In Tariffs
  • Streamlining Procurement: Single-Buyer Paradigm
  • Ensuring Fair Competition: Competitive Procurement
  • Synergizing Efforts: Public-Private Partnerships
  • Private Investment Perspectives: Private Sector Assets and Motivations
  • Public Investment Objectives: Public Sector Assets and Motivations
  • Strengthening Government Capabilities: Capacitating the Public Sector

 

DAY 5: Data Sources for Informed Decision Making

  • International Energy Agency (IEA)
    • Fuel and Technology Assessment
    • Data Compilation and Analysis
    • World Energy Outlook Publication
  • International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
    • Profile Evaluation of Countries
    • Clean Energy Pathways
    • Collaboration in Global Geothermal Initiatives
    • Parliamentary Engagement
    • Roadmaps for Renewable Energy (Remap)
    • Assessments of Readiness for Renewables
    • Focus on Small Island Developing States (SIDS) as Beacons
    • Global Atlas for Renewable Energy Utilization
    • Facilitating Sustainable Energy Transactions through a Marketplace
  • International Development Partners for Climate Change Mitigation through Renewable Energy
    • Collaboration with Foundations for Climate Change Mitigation through Renewable Energy
    • Association Involvement in Climate Change Initiatives
    • City Network Participation: C40
    • Commitment through the Compact of Mayors
    • Global Mayor Alliance for Climate and Energy
    • Support from the Global Climate Change Alliance
    • Collaborative Efforts within the International Renewable Energy Alliance
    • Joint Initiatives in the International Solar Alliance

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