Presentation of the basic forms of energy as well of as the energy sources, renewable and non-renewable. The main technical characteristics of each technology for the utilization of each energy source are analyzed with special emphasis on their interaction with the environment. Important aspects of energy policy and energy economics are also presented.
- Historical context, Introductory concepts
- Energy mixture. Environmental impacts of energy projects and technologies. Introduction to impact assessment methodologies (environmental footprint, life cycle analysis, economic impact assessment).
- Fossil fuels (solids, liquids, gases), types of energy utilization units, combustion equations and environmental impact
- Wind energy utilization and environmental impacts
- Utilization of solar energy and environmental impacts
- Utilization of energy from Biomass and environmental impacts
- Geothermal utilization and environmental impact
- Energy saving, energy studies and energy efficiency certificates
• Energy Poverty, concept, impacts, treatment.
