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1 Renewables Academy RENAC Open Trainings

2 Content Open Trainings Learning with RENAC... 4 Face-to-face Trainings In Berlin, Germany Trainings in Berlin...7 Introduction to Renewable Energy Technologies...8 PV-diesel Hybrid On-site Power Generation...9 Online Trainings RENAC Online...17 Applying Renewable Energy...18 Applying Energy Efficiency...19 Certified Renewable Energy Project Developer...20 Certified PV Professional...21 Certified ReGrid Manager...22 Green Energy Summer School Green Energy Summer School...10 Week I: Introduction to Renewable Energy Technologies...11 Week II: Grid-connected and Off-grid Photovoltaics...12 Framework Conditions for Renewable Energy Investments...13 Week III: Introduction to Grid Integration of Variable Renewable Energy...14 Introduction to Energy Efficiency in Industry and Buildings

3 Open Trainings Learning with RENAC Learning concept RENAC offers a variety of face-to-face and online trainings, or a combination of both, with focus on renewable energy and energy efficiency. These trainings will suit professional needs, whether the participants are new to renewable energy or wish to specialise further. Renewable energy value chain: To support the rapidly developing green energy markets, RENAC s educational services and trainings cover the whole value chain. Practice-oriented hands-on training: RENAC participants benefit from a practice-oriented hands-on training, tailored to job requirements in the industry. Participatory learning: RENAC participants enjoy interactive learning, rather than frontal teaching. A whole range of training methodologies helps us design our lessons. RENAC Face-to-face trainings RENAC face-to-face trainings in Berlin are an exceptional opportunity to get an insight into renewable energy and energy efficiency. Employing a blend of up-to-date theoretical lectures, state-of-the-art practical training and field excursions, RENAC makes learning not only effective but also very exciting. RENAC Online trainings RENAC Online offers extensive support and an interactive learning platform. Participants can learn at any time and from any location and study with flexibility following their own schedule. RENAC blended Learning Participants can book a combination of online and faceto-face trainings to achieve best learning outcomes. This method combines the advantages of both approaches: hands-on practial experience and in-depth theoretical study. Online Training Face-to-Face Training A complete blend of theory and practice on energy efficiency. The course provides an excellent overview of energy efficiency in industry and building. Blended Learning Shafiqul Alam, Bangladesh Green Energy Summer School,

4 Face-to-face Trainings Trainings In Berlin Face-to-face Trainings RENAC trainings in renewable energy technology and energy efficiency provide you with the perfect opportunity to get an insight into the expanding world of green energy. Advantages and future prospects: Personal and professional development An A-class training from highly experienced experts Networking with other international participants Access to the green energy job market Skills and knowledge improvement for work Location: These trainings take place at RENAC s Training Centre, located in the heart of Berlin, one of Europe s most exciting and vibrant capitals. Prices and discounts: Price per course: 1,500 10% discount for early bird registration! Further discount of 5% if two or more participants from the same organisation join a training or if you attend more than one training! All prices include 19% VAT, course material, lunch and coffee breaks, welcome event and field trips. Benefit from our blended learning concept: Before or after attending our face-to-face trainings, you can participate in one of our online trainings. We will recommend an online training which suits you best. Before your face-to-face training, you can receive the perfect preparation. After the seminar in Berlin, you can also profit from an additional online training to deepen your knowledge. 6 7

5 Face-to-face Trainings Renewable Energy Face-to-face Trainings PhotovolTAics Introduction to Renewable Energy Technologies Off-grid and grid-tied photovoltaics (PV) Solar thermal technology Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) Wind power Bioenergy with focus on biogas Small hydropower Renewable energy (RE) project development with focus on wind power plants Grid integration of renewable energy Assess the appropriateness of each technology for different situations Undertake initial system designs Communicate with technology suppliers and customers Comprehend the latest RE market trends Are new to the subject of RE Would like to start a career in this exciting field Need to advise on the suitability of a RE technology Date: 23 rd 27 th April Registration until: 9 th March Early bird price: 1,350 incl. 19% VAT (until 23 rd Feb.) PV-diesel Hybrid On-site Power Generation Technical and financial implications of hybridising an existing captive power system Basics of relevant solar photovoltaic / diesel generator Changing energy flows when hybridising the power system with PV Critical aspects on the power system s stability Audit the current energy demand and load profile Calculate the fuel consumption of diesel gensets Compose a PV-diesel-hybrid system Predict PV power plant output curve Analyse the dynamic energy flows in the system Explain sustainable operation, monitoring and maintenance strategies Calculate cash-flows and relevant financial indicators Optimise a PV-diesel-hybrid system with software tools Evaluate future steps to further increase fuel savings Are responsible for energy generation / distribution working in public organisations / private companies Are economists with a technical background / interest Have basic knowledge of grid-tied PV systems is an advantage Date: 5 th 9 th November Registration until: 21 st September Early bird price: 1,350 incl. 19% VAT (until 7 th Sept.) 8 9

6 Green Energy Summer School The Green Energy Summer School (GESS) is an exceptional opportunity to get an insight into renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies with participants from around the world. Employing a blend of up-to-date theoretical lecturers, state-of-the-art practical training and field excursions, GESS makes learning not only effective but also very exciting. GESS lasts for three weeks. Each week is dedicated to a different topic. You can choose to attend one, two or three weeks. Prices and discounts: Price per course: 1,500 1 week: 1,500 / 2 weeks: 2,800 / 3 weeks: 3,900 Early bird price: 1,350 per week valid until: Week I: 15 th June Week II: 22 th June Week III: 29 th June 10% discount for early bird registration! Further discount of 5% if two or more participants from the same organisation join a training or if you attend more than one training! All prices include 19% VAT, course material, lunch and coffee breaks, welcome event and field trips. Benefit from our blended learning concept: Before attending the GESS training in Berlin, you can participate in one of our online introductory courses on renewable energy and energy efficiency topics. Each participant will have access to parts of the RENAC platform and can learn or revise the basics. Introduction to Renewable Energy Technologies Introduction to off-grid and grid-tied photovoltaics (PV) Solar thermal technology for water heating Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) Wind power Bioenergy with focus on biogas Small hydropower Renewable energy (RE) project development with focus on wind power plants Grid integration of renewable energy Assess the appropriateness of each technology for different situations Undertake initial system designs Communicate with technology suppliers and customers Understand the latest RE market trends Are new to the subject of RE Would like to start a career in this exciting field Need to advise on the suitability of a RE technology Date: 13 th 17 th August Registration until: 29 th June Early bird price: 1,350 incl. 19% VAT (until 15 th June) 10 11

7 Green Energy Summer School Grid-connected and Off-grid Photovoltaics Overview on relevant photovoltaic (PV) applications Main components in and set-ups of typical grid-tied and off-grid PV systems Energy yields of various system set-ups Fundamentals in grid-tied and off-grid PV system sizing Economic assessment of grid-tied / off-grid PV projects Grid-tied PV project development Assembly of off-grid PV systems Explain components and main sizing steps of grid-tied / off-grid PV applications Assess technical and economic feasibility Illustrate the motivations for using PV systems in specific conditions Identify relevant business cases for PV applications under different conditions Are new to PV / need a comprehensive but concise overview on all globally relevant PV applications Will have to reliably evaluate PV applications Date: 20 th August 24 th August Registration until: 6 th July Early bird price: 1,350 incl. 19% VAT (until 22 th June) Framework Conditions for Renewable Energy Investments In cooperation with: Introduction: Energy and development Forum Ökologisch-soziale marktwirtschaft green Budget germany Key components of comprehensive energy strategybuilding Energy planning tools Technical basics: Resource assessments, modeling demand and supply, grid integration Development impact assessments Legislative frameworks and cornerstone policies Financing opportunities and requirements Effective implementation and administrations Evaluate the costs and benefits of alternate energy development pathways Assess barriers and enablers for Low-Emissions Energy Investments Design sustainable energy support policies and programmes Create new financing opportunities for energy lowemission development strategies (LEDS) Assist governments in developing sustainable energy strategies and policies Are responsible for analysing energy investment risks and enablers Date: 20 th August 22 th August Registration until: 6 th July Early bird price: 1,350 incl. 19% VAT (until 22 th June) 12 13

8 Green Energy Summer School Introduction to Grid integration of Variable Renewable Energy Approaches to and content of grid and system integration studies for variable renewable energy (VRE) Grid integration strategies Wind and photovoltaics (PV) feed-in time series Wind and PV short-term power forecasts for system operation Loss of load probability and reliable generation from wind and PV Positive and negative balancing power needs for system operation and planning Set-up a grid and / or system integration study for VRE Apply short-term wind and PV forecasts for grid and energy market operations Calculate the reliable VRE power contribution and balancing power needs for system planning Explain frequency and voltage control with PV inverters and wind turbines Are responsible for grid integration as regulators, energy service companies, energy ministries, advisors Plan and operate electricity grids and / or develop grid integration strategies Date: 27 th 31 st August Registration until: 13 th July Early bird price: 1,350 incl. 19% VAT (until 29 th June) Overview of Energy Efficiency in Industry and Buildings Energy audits in industry and buildings Energy management and the ISO Cross-sectional technologies for industry Architectural design principles Modern technologies for ecological buildings Energy certification in industry and buildings Policy design techniques and legal instruments Financial indicators Know the potential of energy efficiency (EE) measures in buildings and industry Assess the energy performance of buildings and industrial processes Discuss governmental instruments to enhance EE Evaluate the economic feasibility of EE measures Want to implement legislative instruments on EE Need to evaluate the risks and benefits of EE Plan to enhance the EE in their organisation Date: 27 th 31 st August Registration until: 13 th July Early bird price: 1,350 incl. 19% VAT (until 29 th June) 14 15

9 Online Trainings RENAC Online Online Trainings The Renewables Academy Online (RENAC Online) offers a variety of trainings that will suit your needs, whether you are new to renewable energy or wish to specialise further. Highlights: Flexibility to study at any time and from any location Extensive support and live virtual classrooms Multimedia learning material and self-evaluation tests Certified by the Staatliche Zentralstelle für Fernunterricht - ZFU (German Authority for Distance Learning) RENAC certificate upon successful finalisation of the training Features: Interactive learning platform Cross-browser and mobile-compatible Illustrative material Stream and download videos Self-tests and online exams Forum for participants Integrated glossary and feedback questionnaires Ongoing training offer: Two course intakes per year: 1 st April and 1 st October CEL M Certified European e-learning Manager The overall experience was amazing thanks to the sufficient and creditable material, and the amazing effort from RENAC staff. Adel Osman, Egypt, Certified ReGrid Manager,

10 Online Trainings Renewable Energy Online Trainings Energy Efficiency Applying Renewable Energy Five different course combinations: Market Leaders: Photovoltaics (PV), wind power, biogas Large-scale Systems: PV, wind power, CSP Solar Technologies: PV, solar thermal, CSP, PV-diesel hybrid systems Small-scale Systems: PV, solar thermal, small hydro, biogas Complete Overview: PV, wind power, biogas, solar thermal, small hydro, CSP, PV-diesel hybrid systems After the online training, you will be able to: Assess resources and suitability of sites for each technology Decide which components are to be used for which purpose Roughly calculate system size and energy yield and determine crucial parameters Explain the principle functioning of each technology Need an overview of renewable energy technologies Would like to refresh technical knowledge Want to make the first step towards implementing renewable energy projects Applying Energy Efficiency Overview of technical and economic aspects of energy efficiency measures Support mechanisms for energy efficiency projects and energy saving potentials After the online training, you will be able to: Identify drivers and barriers for energy efficiency projects Select appropriate technologies Evaluate finance options Develop strategies for implementing energy efficiency projects Want to assess the saving potential of cross-sectional technologies Are planning to set up energy management systems and / or energy audits Date: 1 st April 30 th Sept. / 1 st Oct. 31 st March Certified PV Professional Registration until: 27 th March / 27 th September Price: incl. 19% VAT depending on the course combination Early bird price: 10% discount until 19 th Feb. / 20 th Aug. Date: 1 st April 30 th Sept. / 1 st Oct. 31 st March Registration until: 27 th March / 27 th September Price: 760 incl. 19% VAT Early bird price: 684 incl. 19% VAT (until 19 th February / 20 th August) 18 19

11 Online Trainings Renewable Energy Online Trainings PhotovolTAics Certified Renewable Energy Project Developer Three economics courses: Methodology of project valuation Support mechanisms for renewable energy projects Renewable energy (RE) project finance projects And one elective project planning course: Photovoltaics (PV) PV-diesel hybrid systems Biogas Solar thermal for hot water production Calculate relevant economic parameters of a RE project Decide which support mechanisms are applicable Prepare the data required for a bankability assessment Define the necessary steps from planning to O&M for the elective technology Are charged with setting the scene for a RE project Need to deal with various stakeholders in a project appraisal process Will supervise the implementation of a power plant of a chosen technology Date: 1 st April 30 th Sept. / 1 st Oct. 31 st March Registration until: 27 th March / 27 th September Price: 1,190 incl. 19% VAT Early bird price: 1,071 incl. 19% VAT (until 19 th February / 20 th August) Certified PV Professsional Photovoltaics (PV) application Photovoltaics technology PV-diesel hybrid systems Off-grid systems Grid-connected systems Planning of large-scale grid-connected PV Planning of PV-diesel hybrid power stations Determine the optimal PV system size and estimate the corresponding energy yield Categorise PV-diesel hybrid systems and evaluate their economic viability Identify the system type (off-grid, grid-connected or hybrid) suited to an application Define the planning and implementation steps to ensure the success of a PV project Require detailed knowledge on the technical characteristics of various PV systems Will be involved in planning or supervising the implementation of a PV plant Date: 1 st April 30 th Sept. / 1 st Oct. 31 st March Registration until: 27 th March / 27 th September Price: 1,380 incl. 19% VAT Early bird price: 1,242 incl. 19% VAT (until 19 th February / 20 th August) 20 21

12 Online Trainings GRid Integration Online and Face-to-Face Trainings Testimonials Certified ReGrid Manager Highly resolved scenarios for grid integration of wind and solar power Short-term prediction of wind / solar power generation Generator concepts for renewable energy (RE) Balancing power for grid integration of RE Grid codes for RE Generation expansion planning for a high share of wind and solar power Grid integration studies and system integration studies Energy storage Identify challenges and solutions for grid operation with large shares of variable renewable energy (VRE) Discuss different flexibility options Name the requirements for large shares of VRE Manage resource assessment, grid expansion and grid impact studies It has been recommended by a colleague because it provides an excellent insight in and overview about renewables. And he was right. Markus Lücke, Germany, Green Energy Summer School, 2017 The overall experience was wonderful. I met professionals from other countries and expanded my network. Bardh Xërxa, Kosovo, Green Energy Summer School, 2017 The best thing about RENAC s Grid Integration of Variable Renewable Energy training is the combination of theoretical and practical knowledge. The site visit is a valuable reference on how renewable energy can successfully be integrated into the grid. Badariah Yosiyana, Indonesia, Green Energy Summer School 2017 Plan or operate power systems with an increasing share of wind and solar Manage resulting transformation processes in the energy system Date: 1 st April 30 th Sept. / 1 st Oct. 31 st March Registration until: 27 th March / 27 th September Price: 2,210 incl. 19% VAT Early bird price: 1,989 incl. 19% VAT (until 19 th February / 20 th August) 22 23

13 Contact 24 Renewables Academy AG (RENAC) Schönhauser Allee Berlin Germany Tel.: +49 (0) Fax: +49 (0)