Enertracks

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EnerTracks encourages independent thought and supports institutions working in the field of energy transformation worldwide. This training programme, developed by Renewables Academy (RENAC) in cooperation with the Agora Energiewende, provides significant insights into the many facets of promoting the energy transformation: participants learn directly from German Energiewende experts, join excursions and discussions with key German energy stakeholders, and receive tailored online courses to enhance their climate and energy transformation expertise for tomorrow.

Completed

Client

International Climate Initiative (IKI)

Services

Academic services, Customer-specific programmes, Development of curricula and training material, Study & delegation tours

Countries

Elegible countries

Year

2018 - 2023

Informed specialists and institutions play crucial roles in tackling global climate issues and shaping tomorrow’s energy systems. To foster international collaboration on how to domestically handle the energy transformation, Renewables Academy AG (RENAC), in cooperation with the Agora Energiewende, developed EnerTracks.

EnerTracks supports the people and institutions working in the field of energy transformation worldwide by offering three training paths:

Fellowship programme
Study tours and executive leadership training
Self-paced online training

As part of the programme, participants learn directly from German Energiewende experts; participate in excursions and discussions with key German energy stakeholders; and receive online courses to enhance their expertise in climate and energy transition.

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1. The Fellowship Programme

A group of four to six fellows are selected to come to theﾠAgora Energiewende office in Berlin, Germany.

Over the course of six to eight weeks, the fellows have the opportunity to learn directly from Agora Energiewende experts.
Fellows will better understand how organisations can shape the energy transformation narrative.

Who can apply?

Individuals with nationalities from eligible countries (list of eligible countries).
Currently employed in the energy sector and related research organisations, non-governmental and not-for-profit organisations, civil society organisations, or in academia.

2. Study Tours and Executive Leadership Trainings

The virtual EnerTracks Study Tour was designed with the help of cutting-edge online facilitation tools. The study tour is based on a practice-orientated approach to enhancing and supporting the ability of participants to engage in thoughtful dialogue with energy policy stakeholders in their home countries.

A competitively-selected group of 12-18 individuals is invited to participate virtually in a series of:

Tailored workshops, leadership training sessions, and group work to develop a decarbonisation roadmap.
Over three weeks, this virtual training takes participants through a journey that is designed to be interactive and engaging.

Who can apply?

Individuals with nationalities from eligible countries (list of eligible countries).
Currently employed in the energy sector and related research organisations, non-governmental and not-for-profit organisations, civil society organisations, or in academia.

3. Online Training for Self-study

The online learning modules developed by the Renewables Academy AG (RENAC) offer participants the opportunity to delve into important topics in energy transformation at their own pace. These courses are designed to cover topics at different levels, providing a range of learning options from introductory to more advanced topics around the political, economic, and technical aspects related to the transformation of energy systems. This programme includes four modules and requires approximately 50 hours to learn the material and complete the assignments The programme qualifies participants who complete all four modules to be recognized as an Energy Transformation Expert.

Who can apply?

Individuals with nationalities from eligible countries (list of eligible countries).
Employed in the energy sector and willing to work on decarbonisation and increasing the flexibility of the power system.
If you are highly committed to tackling climate change issues and the energy transformation in your country, we encourage you to apply.

Programme Details

The online training of the EnerTracks programme consists of four modules. Modules can be completed in the following ways:

As part of a consecutive programme with participants completing modules 1 – 4;
as modules are independent of each other, they can also be taken in nonsequential order; or
participants can also opt to take less than four modules.

Overview of Module Topics:

Module 1 provides a general introduction to power system transformation.
Module 2 covers critical economic and political aspects of renewable energy.
Module 3 investigates the technical facets of integrating renewable energy systems.
Module 4 addresses new trends and their potential to shape future power systems.

Candidates will receive a certificate for each module completed. Candidates who successfully complete all four modules will receive an Energy Transformation Expert certificate.

Target Groups

The online training programme is designed for individuals with nationalities from eligible countries who are employed in the energy sector and who are willing to work on decarbonisation of the power system.
Applicants from both the public and private sectors are welcome to apply to join the programme.
The programme language is English. Participants should have a functional level of English and feel comfortable reading and writing in this language.
Applicants should apply online within the announced application periods and accept the terms of reference for the scholarship.

Please note: University students are not eligible to enrol in the programme. Applicants must be currently employed.

Objectives

The EnerTracks online training programme prepares participants to excel in transforming power systems and addressing challenges in the process of decarbonisation.

Participants will learn how to:

Distinguish different types of power systems and their characteristics.
Identify the suitability of political support mechanisms to meet specific targets.
Evaluate technical challenges of integrating large shares of variable renewable energy to the grid.
Assess the pros and cons of future trends in the power sector.

Online Training Methodology

The online training is designed for self-paced study. A series of virtual classroom sessions, short assignments, and forum discussions make the programme interactive and engaging.

Depending on individuals’ background knowledge, participants should expect to commit about 50 hours of their time to learning and coursework, which includes: reading and understanding the material, watching video lectures (both live and recorded), completing self-assessments to test understanding of materials covered., participating in the forum, and submitting short assignments.

Participation in the online programme is free of charge and includes access to texts and videos, tests, lectures from experts and professionals delivered via virtual classroom sessions, and technical and organisational support via the forum and email.

Module Details

The online learning modules developed by the Renewables Academy AG (RENAC) offer participants the opportunity to delve into important energy transformation topics at their own pace. These courses are designed to cover topics at different levels, providing a range of learning options from introductory to more advanced courses around the political, economic, and technical aspects related to the transformation of energy systems.

The programme qualifies participants who complete all four modules to be recognised as an Energy Transformation Expert.

Overview of the Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Power Systems

Main topics: Fundamentals of electricity; generation technology; flexibility options in power systems; fundamentals of power systems and power markets
Prerequisites: Involved in the energy sector, with a basic understanding of the related technical and economic concepts of this sector
Assessment: 2 online assignments and a final exam
Intake date: January 2023

Module 3: Technical aspects of Energy Transformation

Main topics: Aspects of grid integration of renewable energy systems; application and technical aspects of the four classic flexibility options: grid, storage, generation, demand side
Prerequisites: Basic understanding of renewable energy and the power sector
Assessment: 2 online assignments and a final exam
Intake date: June 2023

Module 2: Policies supporting Energy Transformation

Main topics: Fundamentals of electricity; generation technology; flexibility options in power systems; fundamentals of power systems and power markets
Prerequisites: Involved in the energy sector, with a basic understanding of the related technical and economic concepts of this sector
Assessment: 2 online assignments and a final exam
Intake date: March 2023

Module 4: Future Trends in the Power Sector

Main topics: Possible topics include energy sector coupling and digitisation in the energy sector. Please note we will select topics based on the interest and response of participants.
Prerequisites: Basic understanding of renewable energy and the power sector
Assessment: 2 online assignments and a final examination
Intake date: August 2023

Any Complaints?

The IKI Independent complaint Mechanism is intended to enable people who suffer (potential) negative social and/or environmental consequences from IKI projects, or who wish to report the improper use of funds, to voice their complaints and seek redress. It follows established international standards for International Accountability Mechanisms.

You can find more information on the IKI complaint Mechanism on the dedicated website here: https://www.international-climate-initiative.com/en/about-iki/values-responsibility/independent-complaint-mechanism/.