Ecological Aspects of Energy Storage: a Review of Different Technologies

ECOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF ENERGY STORAGE: A REVIEW OF DIFFERENT TECHNOLOGIES

This course is designed as a supplement to existing knowledge and offers a fascinating scientific perspective on the ecological aspects of energy storage.

What you will learn during the course:

KNOWLEDGE
Upon completion of this course, students will:
• Understand various energy storage methods and their environmental impact.
• Gain knowledge of hydrogen and thermal energy technologies.
• Analyze challenges and future trends in energy storage.

SKILLS
Upon completion of this course, students will:
• Assess sustainability and battery recycling processes.

SOCIAL COMPETENCES
Upon completion of this course, students will:
• Recognize the societal and environmental importance of sustainable energy storage solutions.
• Demonstrate awareness of the ethical and global implications of energy technologies.

The programme of the course is divided into units:

1. Introduction to energy storage
2. Battery energy storage systems
3. Thermal and hydrogen energy storage
4. Hydrogen fuel cells
5. Environmental benefits and challenges
6. Increased integration of renewable energy sources

PLANNED LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS

• Online lectures.
• Multimedia-enhanced presentations.
• Interactive discussions and Q&A sessions.
• Case study analysis and project-based learning.

For a detailed description of the course, please refer to the course study guide above.

• EUNICE bachelor’s or master’s student: enrolled as a bachelor’s or master’s degree student in one of the universities of EUNICE European University consortium (check the partner universities here).
• English B2 or higher.
• Participants are expected to have a basic understanding of energy technologies and environmental sciences.
• Please bear in mind that this course forms part of the National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA) programme – Support for European Universities, which has additional requirements. Before signing up for this course, please familiarise yourself with the specific ‘Terms and Conditions’, which can be found below.

Study Level: Bachelor, Master

• Submit your application via the button ‘Apply Now’.
• Please keep in mind that the number of participants could be limited for each course. Application does not guarantee enrolment in the course.
• The course participants will be selected based on criteria specified in the study guide.
• Your home university will inform you whether you have been accepted and provide further information about the next steps.

Specific instructions in some universities:

• BTU students: for questions about enrolment and recognition at your university, you can visit this website
• UPHF students: make sure to ask the approval of your director of studies (responsable pédagogique) before applying. For any question, you can contact the EUNICE office: eunice@uphf.fr
• UoP students: questions about enrolment and recognition can be answered by your Director of Studies or ECTS Coordinator, or you can contact eunice@go.uop.gr

Any questions about enrolment or credit recognition? Contact your EUNICE courses coordinator.