EVT715: Renewable Energy Resources and Technology / Faculty of Applied Sciences

This course introduces the global energy scenario and describes the inter-twining relationships between growth, energy consumption and its impact on the environment. As one sustainable solution, the concept of renewable energy (RE) resources and technologies is introduced. The RE resources and technologies are described both qualitatively and quantitatively, so students have a clear understanding of the concepts and a good grasp of selected RE technologies. Some treatment on quantitative problem-solving are covered to provide depth and appreciation of the practical use of RE technologies. The impact of RE use on the environment are elucidated and the challenges for its use are discussed.