By the end of this 3 days training course, participants will be able to:

• Estimate annual energy production from a solar photovoltaic system with confidence – as crucial input into financial model.
• Communicating the effects of shading caused by horizon or nearby obstacles such as houses or other rows of solar panels on the output of the system.
• Be able to optimise the energy yield of a photovoltaic system by changing the geometry or the electrical configuration of the system.
• Set performance guarantees based on PVsyst that are measurable.

This course has been designed for professionals working in the energy sector looking to further develop their careers to keep up to date on emerging technologies.

• Solar Energy Engineers who responsible for designing, installing, and maintaining solar energy systems, including photovoltaic (PV) systems and solar thermal systems.
• Renewable Energy Consultants who provide advice and guidance on renewable energy projects, including feasibility assessments, technology selection, and project management.
• Electrical Engineers specialise in power systems or energy focused on the design, analysis, and optimisation of electrical power systems, with a specialisation in renewable energy integration.
• Sustainable Energy Project Managers who overseeing the development, implementation, and execution of sustainable energy projects, including those involving PV systems.
• Solar Field Architects with a focus on sustainable design who involve in building designs to achieve energy efficiency and sustainability goals.
• Energy Efficiency Specialists who focused on improving energy efficiency in buildings, industries, and infrastructure, including the integration of renewable energy technologies.
• Utility Professionals who involved in renewable energy integration and working for utility companies responsible for integrating renewable energy sources into the grid and managing grid stability and reliability.
• Scientists and Researchers conducting studies and experiments to advance renewable energy technologies, including PV systems and related software tools.
• Building and Construction Professionals who interested in integrating renewable energy systems such as PV systems.
• Solar Panel Installers and Technicians who involve in installing, maintaining, and repairing solar PV systems, including the configuration and optimisation of PV arrays using software tools like PVsyst.
• Energy Consultants who provide energy-related advice and services to businesses and residential customers, including the design and implementation of renewable energy solutions.
• Project Developers who involved in the planning, and execution of renewable energy projects, from site selection to commissioning.

• Basic
• Intermediate

This course will provide comprehensive learning resources, including course materials for future reference. Each topic will commence with a clearly defined intended learning outcome (LO). The learning experience will be enriched through diverse activities such as quizzes, and assessments, ensuring engagement and understanding. Besides supplementing the core material, participants will have access to additional resources like articles, case studies, and tools. The course structure incorporates interactive elements, such as group discussions, case studies, and practical exercises, enhancing hands-on learning experiences. Q&A sessions will provide opportunities for clarifications and deeper understanding.

Participants should have a PVsyst license for one unique device. Participants are advised not to share the software. If participants do not have access to a PVsyst license, they can download a trial license, which will be valid for 30 days. Therefore, participants must ensure that they downloaded the trial version before the training course date. In addition, participants are encouraged to use Microsoft Excel – 2021 for Windows as versions pre 2019 will not work.

Your expert instructor from United Kingdom, is an engineer and entrepreneurial visionary driving innovation in the renewable energy sector. With over 20 years of international experience across capital markets, power, and oil & gas, he uniquely combines exemplary technical expertise with commercial acumen. He is passionate about implementing clean energy technologies, especially in emerging markets across Asia and Africa.

In 2008, he specialised exclusively in renewable projects. He spearheaded the development of major solar, wind, and waste-to-energy initiatives. He licensed a power purchase agreement for a 50-150 MW solar plant in Zimbabwe, overseeing all aspects from siting and engineering through financing and contracting with EPCs, off-takers, investors, governments and lenders.

He was also involved in designing a $50 million portfolio of hybrid solar micro-grids for off-grid villages in Nigeria, advising the development of 5-20 MW solar plants in Sierra Leone including financial modelling and contractor selection, and developing a $300 million waste-to-energy plant in Ghana. He has also provided technical due diligence on operational renewable assets across Africa.

He has knowledge and experience is assisted in rigorous academic training from elite institutions. He holds an MBA from London Business School, an MPhil in Renewable Energy from Loughborough University focused on optimising hybrid energy systems, and a Diplom-Ingenieur in Electrical Engineering from the University of Stuttgart, where he won a prestigious award for his thesis on solar power.

As a respected thought leader, he has delivered over 20 training courses globally on renewable energy finance, yield estimation, and PPAs. He has spoken at numerous industry conferences and was featured on international business television for his pioneering work. Several of his renewable ventures hold corporate directorships across Africa and the UK. He has unique perspective bridging engineering and entrepreneurial finance is enabling the proliferation of clean power in developing economies.

To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized “One to One” coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster.
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