In many developing countries there is normally very little margin between existing power supply and electricity demand. With increasing electricity demand, new generation needs to be brought in. Although renewable sources of electricity such as hydro, geothermal or wind provide electricity at a much lower cost, their capital outlay is large, they are complex and take much longer to implement. Diesel based generation is usually brought in the short term to meet this demand, which results in increased cost of electricity. This course is designed to provide an overview of energy efficiency in buildings, it aims to help policymakers and regulators understand the potential benefits, the opportunities for improving the efficiency of buildings and give them a background on the key issues to be addressed when developing suitable policies and a framework for implementation. In addition, it briefly discusses the methodology used for determining the efficiency of buildings and the mechanisms that can be used to finance energy efficiency measures.
Upon successful completion of this course, the delegates will be able to:
Day 1
Introduction
Day 2
Energy Efficiency in Buildings Methodology
Day 3
Energy Efficiency Measures for Buildings/Financing Energy Efficiency in Buildings
Day 4
Developing and Implementing Policy on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
Day 5
Policy Tools to Promote Building Efficiency
This course is intended for building operators, maintenance personnel and technicians working in both residential and commercial buildings.