Sustainable Energy Access for Communities – Sustainability Course
Learn techniques to help communities move towards a renewable energy future and apply them to make changes in your community, with University College London.
Who is the course for?
This course is designed for anyone with an interest in renewable energy transitions. You could be an aspiring community activist or leader, a professional working in renewable energy, or a government professional with a role in renewable energy.
What topics will you cover?
Week 1: The meaning of energy access
Challenges for renewable energy
Defining access to energy
Moving to clean cooking
Alternative energy futures: an integrated approach
On or off grid? A debate
Week 2: Renewable energy solutions for communities
Energy efficiency: saving money, saving energy
Exploring renewable options for communities
Analysing household energy consumption
Business models for off grid community solutions
Mini grid case study and game
Week 3: Engaging the community
The importance of community engagement in the transition to renewable energy
Case studies in community engagement
A citizen’s assembly on energy in Lebanon
Creative ways to support stakeholder decision making
Planning a community engagement activity
