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Course Description

Work through the economics of siting and starting a renewable energy project as you examine related business cases under the different perspectives of the three stakeholders involved in the development and approval of all energy projects: regulators, project investors, and the local community. Learn how to balance the costs and benefits to ensure projects are positive for each involved party.

Who Should Take This Course?

Aimed at industry executives, environmental professionals, project managers, power producers and regulators, those working in government agencies, utility companies, and energy agencies, as well as developers and investors interested in expanding their career or business with renewable energy.

Learner Outcomes

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

  • Calculate the viability of a given project;
  • Assess the impact of a project's location on the economics of the project;
  • Explore the viability of renewable energy projects relative to non-renewable options;
  • Explore different analytical tools that can be used to address questions of project benefits;
  • Compare and contrast three different perspectives on the economic benefits of a project (regulator, proponent, and nearby community, including indigenous communities).

Notes

This class has online synchronous lectures. Stu­dents will require a com­put­er with both audio input and out­put (such as a micro­phone-equipped headset). Learn through lectures and lively discussions, as you broaden your network and explore the connections of this course with your own professional practice.
While there are no prerequisites for this course, prior knowledge of Microsoft Excel or spreadsheets is recommended for student success. The instructor will also be reviewing concepts in class. 
Students may have pre-class and post-class readings or assessments to complete. This course applies to the Renewable Energy Technologies Certificate.

Recommendations

Students intending to complete a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements.

Applies Towards the Following Programs

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Section Title
Renewable Energy Project Economics
Language of Delivery
English
Type
Online - Asynchronous
Dates
Oct 30, 2024 to Dec 07, 2024
Type
Online - Synchronous
Days
F
Time
9:00AM to 3:00PM
Dates
Nov 01, 2024
Type
Online - Synchronous
Days
W
Time
9:00AM to 3:00PM
Dates
Nov 06, 2024
Type
Online - Synchronous
Days
F
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Nov 15, 2024
Type
Online - Synchronous
Days
F
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Nov 22, 2024
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
25.0
Delivery Options
Online - Bichronous  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $595.00
Drop Request Deadline
Oct 30, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Oct 26, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Oct 30, 2024 to Dec 07, 2024
Section Notes
Students will require a computer with both audio input and output (such as a microphone-equipped headset).
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