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Leonardo ENERGY is the premier web site delivering a range of virtual libraries relating to electrical energy. Our weekly free videocast channel includes webinars, videos, interviews done by sustainable energy experts for professionals and students. 160 partners contribute to Leonardo ENERGY and serve designers, engineers, contractors, architects, general managers, teachers and students, professionally or otherwise involved with electrical power.
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| 1 | VideoTraining Module on Electricity Market Regulation - SESSION 1 | This session explains the main tasks of regulation and addresses three main questions: what is regulated, where is it regulated, and how is it regulated. In addition, we explain how the communication between regulators and regulated companies is organised, and how the regulatory performance is measured. General tasks of regulators: Price, Quality, Market functioning Areas of regulation Scope of regulation Methods of regulation Institutional questions Consultation and communication Regulatory performance : External performance, Internal Performance | 2/22/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 2 | VideoCSP Training course - Lesson 5 : Assessing the Solar Resource for CSP plants | 5th and last lesson of this course on CSP technology. In this session there will be a complete review of technologies and techniques to assess the solar resource of a site and its suitability for a CSP project. Understanding the solar resource for csp plants Solar radiation measurement and estimation Solar radiation databases Statistical characterisation of the solar resource. Typical meteorological years Solar resource assessment for csp plants | 4/26/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 3 | VideoCSP Training course - Lesson 4 : Thermal Storage and Hybridisation | Dispatchability, thermal energy storage and hybridisation Thermal storage for CSP plants: concept functions of the thermal energy storage system (tes) classification of tes systems state of the art * future developments Hybridisation of CSP plants: concept solar – gas hybrid csp plants hybridisation with biomass This is the 4th lesson of the general course on CSP Technology. | 4/20/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 4 | VideoCSP Training course - Lesson 3 : Point Focus Technologies - Dish Stirling and Central Receiver Systems | Parabolic dishes general description main elements: parabolic concentrator, structure and tracking system, receiver, stirling engine and generator state of the art: types of dish-stirling systems; operational aspects; performance and economy future developments Central receiver systems general description main elements: heliostat, tower, receiver, power conversion system state of the art: technology options; operational aspects; performance and economy future developments This is the 3rd lesson of the general training on CSP technology. | 4/18/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 5 | VideoCSP Training course - Lesson 2 : Linear Focus Technologies | In this session the main elements of the parabolic trough technology are described: concentrators, receivers, heat transfer fluids, connecting elements, etc. Then, the main characteristics of today’s parabolic trough solar thermal power plants are presented: design, operation and costs. Finally, the audience gets some ideas for future developments. | 3/29/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 6 | VideoCSP Training course - Lesson 1 : General Principles | In this session, the contents focus on the physical and thermodynamic basis of Concentrated Solar Power: High temperature solar-thermal conversion, limits to the concentration of solar radiation and description of the main concentrating technologies. Solar thermal power plants: concept, background, general configuration and main typologies of solar thermal power plants. This lesson is part of the general course on CSP technology in 5 podcasts on Itunes. Please stay tuned for next sessions. | 3/4/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 7 | VideoRural Energy Services in Remote Areas of Developing countries | In remote areas of developing countries, access to sustainable energy systems remains often unaffordable for inhabitants. Therefore, special energy supply models and regulatory frameworks adapted to the context of off-grid rural areas need to be implemented to support the dissemination of these systems. This webinar, hosted as part of the Leonardo Energy Initiative's regular energy webinar series, features Dr Xavier Lemaire of the Sustainable Energy Regulation Network (SERN) – a REEEP sub-network based at the Centre for Management under Regulation, Warwick Business School (UK). Dr Lemaire explore how regulators can set a framework for cost-effective and sustainable rural energy services in these remote areas. It draws on cases from rural electrification programs with PV solar in Southern Africa to start a discussion on the advantages of different delivery models, notably of the utility/fee-for-service model compared to other schemes. It focus then on the design of simplified regulatory frameworks for integrated rural energy providers. | 2/24/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 8 | VideoIntroduction to Small-scale Photovoltaic Systems (including RETScreen case study) | This introductory webinar explains how a small-scale photovoltaic system works, what is the most suitable solution in your case and, if it makes sense, how to start planning and building your installation. After a briefing presentation, a case study is presented using the RETScreen analysis software. | 2/22/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 9 | VideoSmall-scale wind energy systems (incl. RETScreen case study) | This introductory webinar explains how a small-scale wind energy system works, what is the most suitable solution in your case and, if it makes sense, how to start planning and building your installation. After a briefing presentation, a case study was presented using the RETScreen analysis software. | 2/15/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 10 | VideoMini-Course on Future Electricity Grids - Session 2/2 | The European power system has changed considerably in the last 15 years. The liberalisation and unbundling of the electricity market has led to increased international power flows and reduced influence of the system operators. Meanwhile, renewable and other small-scale uncontrolled and variable energy sources are being installed in the system. Session 2: This session will focus on the use of power flow controlling devices as a means to control power flow in the system. Special attention will be paid to the coordination of power flow controllers and the possible negative effects on neighbouring systems. Coordination in transmission systems, especially with power flow controllers HVDC, VSC HVDC and the potential of supergrids. | 2/9/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 11 | VideoMini-Course on Future Electricity Grids - Session 1/2 | The European power system has changed considerably in the last 15 years. The liberalisation and unbundling of the electricity market has led to increased international power flows and reduced influence of the system operators. Meanwhile, renewable and other small-scale uncontrolled and variable energy sources are being installed in the system. Session 1: The effects of these changes on the power system will be discussed. They will be analysed along with how investments in the transmission system can help, and the different options available. Special attention will be given to power flow controlling devices and HVDC as they are getting much attention in the power industry at the moment. Effects of wind energy in the international power system. Investments in the transmission system, why are they lacking, what the options are (overhead, cable, etc.). | 2/8/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 12 | VideoLegal aspects of clean energy projects by RETScreen | This viedeocast presents a general overview of the legal aspects of clean energy projects and introduce the RETScreen Clean Energy Legal Toolkit. The high cost of developing appropriate legal and financial documentation can be a critical barrier to the implementation of energy efficiency, renewable energy and cogeneration projects. To help overcome this barrier, Natural Resources Canada's CanmetENERGY, in association with the Energy + Environment Foundation (EEF) and with funding from the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership (REEEP), has created the RETScreen Clean Energy Legal Toolkit. This toolkit, available free of charge, includes sample legal documents that can be used as templates, examples, or customized for use in clean energy projects; newly developed finance agreements for use in clean energy projects; an e-Textbook Chapter & training material on the Legal Aspects of Clean Energy Projects; and an online Legal Documentation Forum hosted by the Energy + Environment Foundation. Dinesh S. Parakh is Legal and Program Advisor to RETScreen International. A lawyer in Ontario, Dinesh has 10 years of experience in international development and has worked extensively throughout Africa. He was formerly with the United Nations Development Program and World Food Program in South Africa, and the Canadian International Development Agency in Ottawa, Canada. Dinesh holds a B.A. with high honours from Yale University, and an M.A. and J.D. from the University of Toronto. | 2/4/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 13 | VideoSolar Energy Assessment for Community Energy Planning | A comprehensive, multi-step approach to assessing solar energy opportunities for regional development and community energy planning is presented by Green Power Labs (Canada). This approach includes three major assessment steps: Regional solar resource mapping, to understand the spatial distribution pattern of solar resource and to identify areas with higher resource levels more beneficial to large-scale solar deployment. LIDAR-based solar suitability mapping of communities, towns and cities to determine and rate solar energy generation potential of buildings and houses, and related CO2 emissions reduction/carbon credit generation potential. Site suitability assessment for prospective candidate buildings to determine the applicable solar technologies, recommend solar system configurations, and calculate return on investment and payback period for investing in solar. | 1/31/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 14 | VideoIndustrial thermography | This videocast is a training introduction to thermal imaging, or thermography. Examples of the most common industrial applications are presented. The videocast shows also how thermography can help you saving costs in your plant. You will see how to use thermography to find problems and faults in everyday inspection of equipment and processes, and how to use software for analysis and comprehensive reporting of your findings in the field | 1/10/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 15 | VideoConcentrating photovoltaics - Industry views | Concentration photovoltaics (CPV) offers one of the most promising utility-scale, renewable energy technology options. Many companies are testing their CPV products and some have already launched commercial offers. This documentary presents interviews with some industry representatives present at ISFOC (CPV Institute in Puertollano, South of Spain). | 10/5/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 16 | VideoConcentration Photovoltaics Technology - Part 1 | Along with wind power, concentration photovoltaics (CPV) offers one of the most promising utility-scale, renewable energy technology options. CPV has a current system efficiency of 25% and the potential of reaching much higher efficiency. In the right locations, it could provide electricity at cost low enough to be competitive with fossil and nuclear power. Compared to other solar technologies, CPV has the advantage of modularity and very low water needs. This documentary goes across technology features of CPV. A visit to ISFOC (CPV Institute in Puertollano, South of Spain) serves as a connecting thread. A second series will follow, focusing on interviews with industry representatives. | 9/30/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 17 | VideoBuilding thermography | This videocast is a training introduction to thermal imaging, or thermography. Topics covered are: how it works a new way of using thermography in buildings that is much easier and more reliable how to use thermography to find moisture and construction faults in new and existing buildings, according to the ISO/EN 13187 how to use thermography for energy loss audits and the utilisation of the software for analysis and comprehensive reporting of your findings in the field | 9/29/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 18 | VideoElectrical power quality (concepts, measure & identification) | This videocast presents the essential concepts required in order to develop a complete electrical power quality analysis of an installation. You will learn about the perturbations that affect to the power supply considering the amplitude, frequency, harmonic distortion, flicker and unbalance from a measuring and quantification point of view. You will also learn about the applicable international standards (EN50160, IEC61000-4-30), which are the reference for the power quality studies. Finally, you will get indications about the instruments for power quality recording and analysis, their characteristics and applications. This videocast is interesting for maintenance managers, industrial & commercial facilities owners and for electrical engineers. | 8/31/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Presentation of Leonardo ENERGY | Leonardo ENERGY is the premier web site delivering a range of virtual libraries relating to electrical energy.Incorporating the award winning Leonardo Power Quality Initiative, Leonardo ENERGY addresses a broad range of electricity & energy related topics. For each of these, Leonardo ENERGY provides its users with continuously updated articles, application notes, briefing papers, interactive training and information exchange and access to the world’s experts on electrical energy and related topics. Our podcast channel features video and audio In this audio podcast, Bryony Samuel and Sergio Ferreira presents Leonardo ENERGY. | 8/6/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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