Introduction to Energy Systems Integration – Online Course
Discover energy systems integration and how to develop a sustainable energy system with this online course from the European Institute of Innovation and Technology.
Who is the course for?
This course is for anyone with an interest in sustainable development and a basic understanding of how energy markets work. This course will also benefit professionals working in the energy sector.
What topics will you cover?
Lesson 1: Introduction to energy system integration
Lesson 2: Coupling of energy vectors
Lesson 3: Coupling across geographical scales
Lesson 4: Coupling of regulation and control mechanisms
Lesson 5: Coupling of other infrastructures
Lesson 6: The integrated energy system: putting it all together
Case Study 1: GE and energy systems integration
Case Study 2: Renewables integration and support services
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to…
Explain the added value of energy systems integration
Identify where ESI is most valuable within the energy system
Describe energy systems integration with an example that includes more than one type of coupling
Evaluate the importance of a cost-benefit analysis for a given energy systems integration problem
Explore long-term benefits/drawbacks and short-term benefits/drawbacks of energy systems integration
