CODE: RE02
DURATION: 5 Days/10 Days
CERTIFICATIONS: CPD
This course on Small-Scale Renewable Systems for Urban and Rural Electrification provides participants with a practical and technical understanding of how decentralized renewable energy solutions can bridge electricity access gaps in both developed urban centers and underserved rural communities. It explores solar, wind, biomass, and hybrid systems as reliable, cost effective, and sustainable alternatives to conventional power supply, while addressing design, installation, maintenance, and integration challenges.
This course is available in the following formats:
Virtual
Classroom
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Course Outcomes
Delegates will gain the knowledge and skills to:
Analyze the potential and limitations of different small-scale renewable energy technologies for urban and rural settings.
Design basic system layouts and assess energy requirements for off-grid and grid-tied solutions.
Evaluate financing, policy, and regulatory frameworks that support sustainable energy deployment.
Apply practical approaches to operation, maintenance, and community ownership models.
Develop strategies for scaling up small renewable systems to improve reliability and affordability.
At the end of this course, you’ll understand:
The course is designed for engineers, energy practitioners, project developers, policymakers, utility managers, development agencies, entrepreneurs, and community leaders involved in energy access projects. It is also valuable for NGOs, donor organizations, and researchers seeking to expand their expertise in decentralized energy systems for sustainable electrification.
