The Energy Transition, open access course, published through New Energy New York
Course

Credential Course: The Energy System Present and Future

Self-paced

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Full course description

Please note: Enrollment in this course is currently limited to residents of New York State.

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About this course:
 
In this course, you will be introduced to the current and future energy systems as we make our way towards a zero-emission society and discuss the challenges and opportunities arising from this shift in energy sources focus.
 
This course is available at no cost to participants for a limited time due to EDA grant funding.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Explain the global drivers and trends driving the shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources.
  • Analyze the transformation of the energy sector since the 1970s.
  • Identify the impact of increased emphasis on renewable technologies.
  • Recognize the financial implications of the rise of renewable energy.
  • Identify the challenges and opportunities within the evolving energy system.
  • Describe the role of energy storage in maintaining grid stability.

Lessons in this course: 

  1. Shifting from Fossil Fuels to Renewable Technologies

  2. Consequences of the New Energy Shift

  3. Renewable Energy Challenges and Opportunities

Course format:

This online learning experience provides you with interactive content lessons, which include virtual instructor-led video lectures, a downloadable learning guide, non-graded practice questions and a graded final assessment to test your understanding of the material covered in this course.

Duration: This course will take you 2-4 hours to complete.

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