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Overview
Consider the role the economics of energy transition plays in the decision making within the energy industry. Examine the direction and pace of the clean energy transition and sustainability with the Economics of Energy Transitions course at Robert Gordon University.
What you will learn
The course will explore the evolution of the carbon economy and energy markets and in doing so consider labour markets in the energy sector and basic macro and micro economic concepts, including the impact of digitalisation, decentralisation and automation on demand side driven net-zero transition.
You will also consider cost analysis of renewable energy investments, cost comparison of alternative energy sources and development of alternative business models considering energy storage.
Programme Structure
On completion of this course, participants are expected to be able to:- Critically assess the economic concepts and principles of market demand and supply underlining operations of the global energy markets.
- Critically reflect on and apply the principles of transition energy economics to decision making related to new energy options.
- Evaluate the impact of greenhouse gas emissions and climate change as impetus for the transition away from burning fossil fuels.
- Analyse how different energy sources compare in terms of cost and value.
- Critically apply economic modelling approaches to risk and uncertainty in renewable energy context with focus on broader impact of transition risk.
Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Economics Sustainable Energy View 55 other Short Courses in Sustainable Energy in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Tuition Fees
Living costs
Aberdeen
United Kingdom
729 - 1069 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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