Free Online Certificate Course: Mainstreaming Decentralised Renewable Energyin the Global South

A just and inclusive global energy transition cannot be achieved without universal energy access. At the current rate of progress, the International Energy Agency (IEA) projects that by 2030 -- the target year for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) -- 660 million people in the Global South will still lack access to electricity. 

While centralised grids continue to expand, decentralised renewable energy (DRE) is emerging as a critical solution to bridge the energy access gap, both as an alternative as well as to complement centralised systems. In 2021 alone, DRE solutions provided electricity access to 179 million people, a significant rise from just 35 million in 2012. DRE offers faster and more cost-effective solutions for electrifying rural or remote areas with lower population densities. 

Moreover, meeting the energy demands of emerging economies through renewable sources enables a 'double leapfrog' -- advancing both energy access and clean energy adoption. To achieve a citizen-centric global energy transition, it is vital to recognise and mainstream DRE as a central component of the solution. 

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) is offering atwo-week online training programme on DRE systems. This course will explore the transformative potential of DRE technologies in weak grid and off-grid areas, delve into the financing and policy frameworks shaping the sector, and highlight the role of DRE in fostering skill development and creating employment opportunities in rural communities. 

WHO WILL BENEFIT FROM THE COURSE

• State and local authorities, nodal agencies and community development officers
• Industry experts, consultants, practitioners, entrepreneurs,service providersand start-ups
• Researchers, students and faculty members
• NGOs, community-based organisations, farmers' organisations (FOs), and village communities engaged in DRE and livelihood initiatives
• Employment and business aspirants: Individuals exploring opportunities in the renewable energy sector 

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

• Expert-led sessions: Insights from leading practitioners and thought leaders
• Comprehensive curriculum: Covering technical, financial, social and policy aspects
• Global South focus: Tailored for equitable development challenges and opportunities
• Interactive learning: Real-world case studies, group discussions and Q&A sessions
• Skill development: Tools and techniques for designing and managing DRE solutions 

FOR MORE DETAILS, PLEASE CONTACT THE COURSE COORDINATOR

Binit Das
Programme Manager
Renewable Energy, CSE
Mobile: +91 80933 26269
Email: binit.das@cseindia.org