ENS 173 RENEWABLE ENERGY FUTURE

Renewable energy technologies are becoming more accessible, worldwide, due to improved materials, lower costs, and increased experience among researchers, developers, installers and users. This course will address biofuels, solar thermal and photovoltaic systems, wind and hydro turbines, with an emphasis on small-scale energy production. Field trips and demonstrations will focus on local and practical development of renewable energy generation technologies. Students will explore matching these renewable energy technologies to specific geographical settings. This course may be used for non-lab science credit.