Renewable Energy Courses and Certifications

Powering Resilient Communities: A Holistic Approach to Food, Energy, and Water Security

A research-based course on resilient renewable energy solutions, with an emphasis on microgrids, and Food, Energy, and Water (FEW) security.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

IGNOU;  Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekanand Technical University

Emerging Technologies in Renewable Energy Sources

Explore cutting-edge renewable energy technologies, their applications, and potential to address global energy demands sustainably. Gain insights into challenges and opportunities in the evolving renewable energy sector.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

IIT Guwahati;  NPTEL

Renewable Energy Engineering: Solar, Wind And Biomass Energy Systems

Comprehensive exploration of solar, wind, and biomass energy systems, covering fundamental concepts, technologies, and practical applications for sustainable power generation.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

IIT Bombay;  NPTEL

Energy Resources, Economics and Environment

This course will equip students with the tools necessary for economic analysis and quantification of impacts of energy systems. We will review the availability of energy resources and study methods for quantification of resource depletion and scarcity.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

Photochemical and Thermochemical Generation of Hydrogen by Water Splitting by C.N.R. Rao

Explores artificial photosynthesis for renewable energy, focusing on water oxidation and hydrogen production using semiconductor heterostructures and novel solar-thermal methods.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

APS Physics

Renewable Energy Production

Explore the latest advancements and challenges in sustainable power generation, focusing on solar, wind, and other renewable sources for a cleaner energy future.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Changing the Energy Landscape - Renewable Energy Research Advances

Renewable energy research insights: biofuel crop emissions, wind turbine wake effects, and offshore wind patterns. Experts discuss findings that could enhance wind farms and inform biofuel choices.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Royal Institution

Harnessing Renewable Offshore Energy: Design and Scale-Up for Net Zero Targets

Explore the latest technologies for designing and scaling offshore wind farms, from seabed sediments to turbine foundations, with geotechnical engineer Susan Gourvenec.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Feasibility Study for Community Choice Aggregation in Arlington County, Virginia

Explore recommendations for community choice aggregation in Arlington County, VA, covering environmental, economic, and financial benefits, governance options, and next steps for renewable energy implementation.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics

Solar Thermal Power: Converting Sunlight to Heat for Energy Generation

Explore solar thermal power: converting sunlight to heat for water heating, air conditioning, and electricity generation. Learn about concentrated solar energy storage and its 24/7 potential.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics

Not Your Grandfather's Electricity - Physics and Future of Electrical Systems

Explore the evolution of electricity, from historical debates to modern smart grids, covering physics, circuits, renewable energy, and future technologies in this engaging seminar.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Hack In The Box Security Conference

Shining a Light on Solar System Cyber Security

Exploring critical vulnerabilities in residential and commercial power control systems, highlighting potential catastrophic risks and novel attack scenarios in the energy sector.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Integrating Renewable Energy into the Power Grid with Open Source Solutions

Explore open-source solutions for integrating renewable energy into power grids. Learn about OpenSTEF, Power Grid Model, and Shapeshifter projects to optimize grid capacity and manage energy distribution efficiently.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TEDx

The Viability of Bio-Ethanol as a Sustainable Fuel Alternative

Explore bioethanol as a sustainable fuel alternative, its advantages over fossil fuels, and its growing global adoption. Learn how renewable fuels can mitigate climate change and create a more sustainable future.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TEDx

Energy Transitions: A Step Towards Sustainability

Explore Gujarat's renewable energy initiatives, from solar projects to hydrogen energy, showcasing the state's leadership in sustainable development and its role in India's Net Zero target.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video