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 This course will outline important issues surrounding the communication of large and small scale renewable energy systems, on answering difficult questions and how to support people looking to make decisions about installing renewable energy systems. It will also give you a clear understanding of the key systems and future direction of renewable energy.
For more information, download the Communicating Renewable Energy flyer.
About the training course
The course is suitable for anyone keen to get their facts straight on a variety of renewable energy systems and how to communicate them effectively. Whether you are a business looking to increase your quality of advice, a local authority or organisation promoting the use of renewables, or an independent consultant looking to increase your knowledge, this course will provide you with the key skills needed
This course is being offered jointly by Talk Action and the National Energy Foundation and is being led by Sandra Hayes of NEF and Chris Church of Talk Action.
Who should attend
This course is aimed at procurers, advisors, local authority staff, energy managers, those looking to change career into the renewable energy sector, potential investors and installers and householders who want an introduction to the main building integrated renewable energy technologies.
This course is especially recommended for people who have already attended the Introduction to Renewable Energy course.
The venue is fully accessible with wheelchair-accessible lavatory facilities and a hearing loop.
What you will learn
People attending this course will learn how to:
- Discuss and explain the role and importance of renewable energy systems in a low carbon future.
- Make a case for a local renewable energy project to the media, local people or a group of councillors.
- Describe in plain English the merits, and the potential problems, of the various types of renewable energy systems (wind, solar PV, solar thermal, heat pumps, biomass).
- Answer critical questions in ways that will help those who are confused or uncertain to see these systems in a positive light.
- Feel confident in supporting people looking to make decisions about installing a system for their home, business or community organisation.
Costs
£395: Business Rate
£288: Large Charities, Public Sector and Small Businesses
£130: Small Charities and Independent Consultants
£20: Concessionary rate for students, pensioners and unemployed.
Please send your cheque to Talk Action, The Grayston Centre, 28 Charles Square, London N1 6HT.
We can also offer this course on a bespoke basis for groups at a date and location to suit you.
Prices include a vegan/vegetarian lunch, fair-trade refreshments and networking time.
Dates & Registration
For bookings and information please contact:
Corinna Luther at Talk Action
Tel: 0207 324 4774
Email: corinna@talkaction.org
www.talkaction.org
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