Module 4: Energy and Environment
Energy sources and its effect on environment. Energy usage has an indirect affect on the environment as a whole. This module, will help you understand how we can conserve different types of energy reosurces.
Overview
The module takes you through different energy sources and analyzes the energy production and consumption patterns. The module introduces methods for energy conservation and green energy alternatives. It also covers different energy-saving technologies and products available in the market.
What you will learn:
- What is energy and how does it relate to the SDG goals ?
- What are the different types of renewable and non-renewable energy sources ?
- How do we conserve energy sustainability ?
- What is clean energy (alternative sources) ?
- Policy level implementation in the energy sector.
Energy , Renewable Energy , Environment , Energy certification
Topics:
1. Energy and UN's SDGs
An introduction to United Nation's Sustainable Development Goal and Targets. This part will cover what is energy and how does it relates to the sustainable development goals.
2. Renewable energy sources
Renewable energy sources are those that are in abundance and can be renewed. This part will cover the major renewable sources and the energy generation from those sources.
3. Non - renewable energy sources
Non- Renewable energy sources are rare and cannot be replenished easily. This part will cover the different types of non-renewable energy,their applications and impacts on the environment.
4. Energy Technology & Certifications
Brief description of various energy certifications for energy such as Eco-labels, energy labels etc.
5. Alternative sources of energy
Explanation about alternative energy sources such as low carbon energy sources.
6. Energy and Emission trends
A brief introduction to different terms such as decarbonisation, decentralization.