Course Introduction
Rationale
Bioenergy is an important component of sustainable energy. Bioenergy could play an imperative role in sustainable energy transition. The understanding of properties of biomass, selection of proper treatment and conversion technologies, efficient usage of biomass resources and analyzing environmental and market consequences are very important for the successful implementation of sustainable bioenergy systems.
Objectives
This training course would provide insight into different bioenergy systems, including bioheat, biopower, biofuel, biogas, and bio-refinery and the related issues for sustainable energy transition.
Target Audiences
- Energy Policy Makers
- Professionals of Energy Regulatory Bodies
- Energy Planners
- Energy Engineers
- Bio Energy Professionals
- Energy Project Financers
- Energy Project Developers
Subject Content
- Introduction to Bioenergy
- Understanding of Biomass Resources
- Linkages of Bioenergy, Sustainable development and climate change
- Technologies for Bioheat, Biopower, Biofuel, Biogas, and Bio-refinery
- Bioenergy: Risks and Opportunities
- Safeguards and performance standards for bioenergy systems
- The role of bioenergy in Energy transition and climate change mitigation
- Case studies
Method of Delivery
Online, Hybrid and in-person
Expected Outcome
Participants will gain enhanced knowledge and competence in recognizing and understanding various energy conversion technologies used in sustainable bioenergy systems; analyzing bioenergy systems and their potential in future energy supply; and working with cross-cutting problems associated with bioenergy.
