EEM 01 : RENEWABLE ENERGY AND BIOFUELS
DURATION: 3 DAY
COST: Kshs. 20,000
DATES:
COURSE ABSTRACT:
This short-course showcases developments in renewable energy field, emphasizing the benefits and future of sustainable energy programs. Biofuels derived from plant resources are among the most rapidly growing renewable energy technologies in the world today. Future fuel needs can be supplemented with biofuel production from plant biomass and waste cooking oil to reduce reliance on imported petroleum diesel. The course focus is on biomass-derived biofuels, production technology (bioethanol production & biodiesel), testing, marketing, economics and global trends. The rising fuel pump prices, environmental concerns, energy security and new energy policy have created a strong interest and market for new and renewable sources of energy. As developed and developing countries seek investments in biofuels development programs, trained personnel in biofuels value chain, information on emerging trends worldwide, and networking opportunities are critical. This course is designed to meet this gap.
COURSE OUTLINE:
* Current and projected energy demand: Global biodiesel market trends- regulatory & policy frame-works.
* Alternative & Renewable energy: Definitions & sources.
* Production of Biofuels from traditional, new feedstocks & waste cooking oils: Chemical Conversion Processes and Applications.
* Biodiesel Analysis, Properties and Specifications.
* Basics of Diesel engines, Biodiesel Engine tests & Performance and Engine Warranties.
* Utilization of by-products and value addition chain.
* Agronomy, Meteorology & Socio-Economic aspects of biofuels: Current state of Knowledge & Case studies (Field trip TBA).
TARGET AUDIENCE:
This interdisciplinary course is designed for persons with interest in understanding what are biofuels, their emerging role in critical global matters such as energy security, poverty alleviation, environmental benefits, climate change and CDM's / carbon credits and targets understanding of biofuels and improve communication among public and private organizations and professional development of participants.
The course is also designed for persons interested in investing in bio-fuels as grower, processor, distribution / marketing, environmental conservation and
biodiversity matters, as well as policy makers. This short course will provide participants exposure to key issues: science, technology, policy, socio-economic, environmental aspects associated with biofuels.
INSTRUCTORS:
Dr John M Onyari
Dr. James Nyangaya
Dr. Jacob Kithinji
Prof. Lydia Njenga
Dr. Ngugi
and other UON Jatropha team members. The course also benefits from contribution from industry stakeholders and NGO professionals
