A one day non-technical training seminar being
run on a quarterly basis which provides an introduction
to the main renewable energy technologies, to
include grants and funding aswell as planning
and policy issues. The training is held in Milton
Keynes but can be offered elsewhere on request.
This
one day training course introduces and explains
the main renewable energy technologies including:-
The
course includes interactive sessions in which
delegates will discuss the most appropriate renewable
energy technology for a number of different scenarios.
Every effort is made to ensure that any questions
that delegates may have about renewable energy
are answered - if we can not answer them on the
day, we will send out our answers after the event.
To
see a sample of the agenda for this course, please
click here.
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This course is aimed at advisors; local authority
staff; energy managers and householders who want
an introduction to the main renewable energy technologies,
to include grants, planning issues, economics
and combining the different technologies.
No
previous knowledge or experience of renewable
energy is assumed.
The
course provides a general introduction to the
technical aspects of each technology but does
not provide in depth training in this area which
will instead be covered in the technology specific
courses.
The
course is limited to a maximum of sixteen delegates
to allow for effective workshop sessions and to
allow plenty of opportunity for delegates to ask
questions. The day will start with registration
at 9.30am and end at 16.30pm.
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the end of the course delegates will be able to:
• Understand
the basics of energy
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Be aware of Government commitments and targets
on greenhouse gases and renewable energy production
•
Distinguish between the main types of renewable
energy technology
•
Identify what each technology can do
•
Start the process of identifying which are the
most appropriate technologies for any given situation
What
past delegates have said about the course:-
"A
really useful course, has changed my opinion on
a funding bid we are looking at - I'm now a big
fan of Solar PV" - HECA Officer
"Very
well organised, very informative, relaxed, friendly
atmosphere & staff, good location, good facilities
and a nice lunch!" - Project Officer
"Informative
day, very interesting - the presenters were very
knowledgeable about the subject." - Natural
Procurement Delivery Manager
"A
brilliant overview - Thanks very much" -
Principal Specialist for Sustainability
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Dates:
• 2nd March 2010, National Energy Centre, Milton Keynes
The
course costs £245 plus VAT which includes
the training, a copy of the presentations on CD,
a delegate information pack, lunch & refreshments,
and a certificate of attendance.
Earlybird
discount: Book at least 4 weeks before, to receive a reduced
cost of £199 plus VAT.
Other
discounts available:
•
Members of REA - 10% discount*
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Members of STA / GSHPA / HVCA / ECA 20% discount*
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Unwaged discounts* (full-time
students, those
in receipt of unemployment benefits) - £100 + VAT, flat rate, strictly limited to 2 places per course.
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Terms & Conditions apply, e-mail for further
details
To book, please complete
the
booking
form and return by e-mail
or by fax (01908 665577). Alternatively,
post it to the National Energy Foundation, National
Energy Centre, Davy Avenue, Knowlhill, Milton
Keynes MK5 8NG together with your payment.
If
you have any questions, including enquiries about
discounts for group bookings, please contact Grace
Hyson on 01908 665555
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