Introduction to Renewable Energy: Transforming Our Energy Future (Video Course)
- Course Number: E1035
- Credits: 1 hours
- Instructor: Helen Chen, Ph.D., PE
- Price: $10
Course Outline
Discover the world of renewable energy and its pivotal role in our sustainable future. This course is based on a lecture by Prof. Kirsten Stasio of the Stanford Understand Energy Learning Hub. It provides a comprehensive overview of key renewable energy sources, including wind, solar, geothermal, hydroelectric, and biomass. Learn about the technological advancements driving their growth, environmental and economic impacts, and the process of developing renewable energy projects. Explore the challenges and opportunities in integrating renewable energy into the grid and understand its significance in reducing carbon emissions and combating climate change.
At the end of this course, there will be a multiple-choice, open-book quiz designed to enhance your understanding of the course material.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, the student will:
- Be able to define and differentiate between various types of renewable energy resources;
- Be able to understand the technological, environmental, and economic factors driving the growth of renewable energy;
- Be able to describe the renewable energy project development process, including site selection, permitting, and financing; and
- Be able to evaluate the challenges and solutions associated with integrating renewable energy into existing energy systems.