An introduction to sustainable energy

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An introduction to sustainable energy provided by OpenLearn is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 3 hours worth of material. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from OpenLearn. The course is taught in Englishand is Free Certificate. Visit the course page at OpenLearn for detailed price information.

Overview
  • The search for sustainable energy will dominate the twenty-first century. This free course, An introduction to sustainable energy, provides an introductory overview of the present energy systems ...

Syllabus
    • Introduction
    • Learning outcomes
    • 1 Why sustainable energy matters
    • 1 Why sustainable energy matters
    • 2 Definitions: energy, sustainability and the future
    • 2 Definitions: energy, sustainability and the future
    • 3 Present energy sources and sustainability
    • 3 Present energy sources and sustainability
    • 4 Renewable energy sources
    • 4 Renewable energy sources
    • 5 Energy services and efficiency improvement
    • 5 Energy services and efficiency improvement
    • 6 Energy in a sustainable future
    • 6 Energy in a sustainable future
    • Conclusion
    • Acknowledgements