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ME-460: Renewable energy (for ME)

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The students assess and compare all renewable energy resources, their real potentials, limitations and best applications (energy services). Solar thermal, solar electric, wood, bioliquids, biogas, hydropower incl. tidal and wave power, wind, geothermal incl. heat pumps and buildings.

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https://edu.epfl.ch/coursebook/en/renewable-energy-for-me-ME-460

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http://go.epfl.ch/ME-460

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https://edu.epfl.ch/coursebook/en/renewable-energy-for-me-ME-460

Moodle Page

http://go.epfl.ch/ME-460

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Lectures in this course (14)

Geothermal Energy Systems: Principles and Applications Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Provides an overview of geothermal energy systems, covering thermodynamic principles, heat pump technologies, and the classification of geothermal reservoirs.

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Photovoltaic Efficiency: Technologies and Calculations Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Discusses photovoltaic efficiency calculations and technologies, focusing on silicon solar cells and their impact on renewable energy production.

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Renewable Energy Systems: Thermodynamics and Applications Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Provides an overview of renewable energy systems, focusing on thermodynamic principles and their applications in energy conversion technologies.

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