Introduction to Renewable Energy
About Course
Build a solid foundation in renewable energy — from solar and wind to hydro and geothermal — and understand how these technologies are transforming Africa and the Caribbean.
What You’ll Learn
- The science behind solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal energy
- How renewable energy reduces dependence on fossil fuels
- The economic and social case for clean energy investment
- Key actors, institutions, and frameworks driving the energy transition
- How Africa and the Caribbean fit into the global renewable energy landscape
- Basic project development concepts for small-scale clean energy systems
Level: Beginner · Duration: 4 hours · 4 modules · 9 lessons · Final quiz with Certificate of Completion after passing (70% or higher).
Course Content
Module 1: The Global Energy Landscape
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Why Energy Matters
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Fossil Fuels vs. Renewables: A Comparison
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Renewable Energy Technologies Overview