This course provides to reduce the carbon
footprint of organisations and encourage the conservation of energy, energy
efficiency has become an integral part of building services design, maintenance
and upgrade. This course consists of four modules that, together, provide an
introduction to energy efficiency in buildings. It is a comprehensive tutorial,
meant to engage and challenge students to consider the many decision levels and
options involved in advancing energy efficiency in buildings. The course covers
the fundamental technical, design, policy and financial dimensions necessary to
practically engage on the topic. Energy efficient buildings are a cornerstone
of a prosperous, sustainable and healthy society. This course aims to prepare
participants to successfully advance energy efficient building construction and
retrofits by equipping them.