energy training Articles
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Hybridnet Project, Terni, Italy - Case Study
The Hybridnet Project has assembled a team of young engineers devoted to building an alternative energy training center where they can help North and Central African refugees learn about sustainable development. The goal is to for them to create economically and environmentally sustainable local enterprises in their home countries, allowing them to make a living while providing a useful and ...
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Development of NPP personnel training system in Ukraine
Modern personnel training and retraining system is a guarantee of NPPs safe reliable operation. Since the time when independence of Ukraine was proclaimed personnel training system was created directly at NPPs. This system is based on the latest legislation framework, developed subject to IAEA recommendations, gained international experience in the field of personnel training in view of increased ...
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Intelligent normalisation for transient classification
A fundamental requirement on data to be used for the training of an empirical diagnostic model is that the data has to be sufficiently similar and consistent with what will be observed during on-line monitoring. In other words, the training data has to "cover" the data space within which the monitored process operates. The coverage requirement can quickly become a problem if the process to be ...
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Characterisation of training scenarios for BWR operator training
The characterisation method for the training scenarios utilised at BWR Operator Training Center (BTC) has been developed in order to confirm the uniformity in complexity of the training scenario. The proposed schemes of scenario characterisation have been applied to sample scenarios currently employed in BTC established for intensive training of BWR operators and the basic validity of the ...
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Nigerian professionals boost their know-how in Renewable Energies
RENAC holds a sell-out training course in Nigeria on behalf of the Energy Commission of Nigeria . Berlin, 10.8.2010 – On behalf of the Energy Commission of Nigeria together with Eauxwell Nigeria Limited, the Berlin-based Renewables Academy last week carried out a renewable energy training seminar in Abuja, Nigeria. Nearly 120 decision-makers and practitioners participated in the ...
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Human resource development for the new NPP in Armenia
Armenia is the only country in the Caucasus region that has been operating nuclear power plants for over 30 years. Qualified specialists exist at the Armenia Nuclear Power Plant, the Armenian Nuclear Regulatory Authority, the Nuclear and Radiation Safety Centre, and other institutes, but further developments are needed to address emerging issues and challenges in view of the decision for ...
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This small Central American country is a renewable energy powerhouse
When you think of places that rely on geothermal power for energy production, El Salvador probably isn’t the first location that comes to mind. But this tiny Central American country is a geothermal powerhouse. According to the International Energy Agency, a whopping 22 percent of the electricity used in El Salvador comes from geothermal. The vast reserves of geothermal power buried ...
By Ensia
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The development of International Atomic Energy Agency guidance on knowledge management in nuclear R&D organisations
It is now generally recognised that the application of nuclear technologies can be enhanced through the effective creation, sharing and transfer of knowledge. Indeed, the management of knowledge is a major factor in nurturing a culture of innovation. In 2002, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) General Conference discussed the growing importance of Nuclear Knowledge Management (NKM) and ...
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How to start an electrical contracting business in South Africa
Are you looking to start your own electrical contracting company in South Africa? We've put together a guide with everything you need to know to go out on your own and build an electrical contracting business from scratch. What do you need to become an electrical contractor? To start your own electrical contracting business in South Africa, you must register as an electrical contractor with the ...
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Nuclear education and knowledge management in the Czech Republic
As a nuclear energy user, the Czech Republic needs a number of nuclear specialists for the operation of Nuclear Power Plants (NPPs) and the Research and Development (R&D) of new nuclear devices. They are educated in few technical universities and the educational institutions of industrial companies. A main role is played in nuclear education by the Faculty of Nuclear Sciences and Physical ...
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Perspective of international activities on nuclear knowledge management and proposals for further refinements
Concerns are raised world-wide on the ageing of nuclear manpower, widespread retirements of senior workers within the past several years, the decline of nuclear education and training and the resulting shortage of nuclear manpower supply. The OECD/NEA and the IAEA started formulating activities regarding these concerns, which elaborate on the ways of expanding these activities. At this moment, it ...
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Wickes saves £500K on energy bill - Case Study
Wickes have become one of the first UK organisations to reap the benefits of training their staff in StageOne Low Energy Company training. After training 146 of their staff mainly including Store Managers, Supervisors and Keyholders, the national DIY retailer saved over £500K on their energy bill in 2014 across their 230 store estate. In February 2013, Store Manager of Wickes ...
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Welcome Break purchases eSight to drive down energy costs across its UK wide sites
Welcome Break provides motorway service areas across all major motorway routes within the UK. They provide quality food and retail, designed to suit all tastes at all service areas. High street brands such as KFC, Burger King and McDonalds are accompanied by Food Connection and Coffee Primo outlets. They also provide toilets, parking and fuel 24 hours per day, in addition to 22 hotels across the ...
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Implementation of European energy saving initiatives in Greece and national perspectives
Energy has been throughout history a necessary lever for development and evolution. Utilisation of various energy sources contributed in technological development and made the industrial revolution an actual reality. This process has had its price though, since the irrational use of natural resources and finite energy reserves by sole criteria the convenience in production and the maximisation of ...
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Why is the reality of energy efficiency so bleak?
Considering that making money and creating wealth is the primary objective in every business, one would expect companies to squeeze out every bit of profit from their operations by making them efficient and technologically advanced. However, the reality of energy efficiency seems to be still a bit bleak and most companies are so preoccupied with external factors that contribute to top-line ...
By Vital Energi
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Clarke Energy Performs Industrial Training for Kohler Dealer in Papua New Guinea
Clarke Energy’s Global Reach and Local Focus was evident recently when Ty Martin, South Pacific Kohler Technical Support Manager, travelled from Australia to Papua New Guinea to provide specialised training to Kohler dealer ECM in Port Moresby. Clarke Energy’s combined approach of theoretical training followed by practical application means all technicians are trained using the exact ...
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Robert McBride Ltd Case History
Savings Envantage have worked with McBride on all of their United Kingdom manufacturing sites. Energy Action Plans produced as part of The Carbon Trust fully funded Initial Opportunities Assessment identified a 21% reduction in energy consumption and a 22% reduction in energy cost, worth approximately £325,000 per annum. About Client McBride is Europe’s leading supplier of private ...
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University of the Arts London Train and Saves - Case Study
Proof that knowledge saves power is being demonstrated at the University of the Arts London. The University was the first Higher Education Institution to receive Low Energy Company (LEC) status earlier this year and is one of the tools deployed to match utility consumption to demand. The University of the Arts London is Europe’s largest specialist arts and design university, with close ...
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Fuel reduction potential of energy management for vehicular electric power systems
In the near future a significant increase in electric power consumption in vehicles is to be expected. To limit the associated increase in fuel consumption and exhaust emissions, smart strategies for the generation, storage/retrieval, distribution and consumption of the electric power can be used. This paper considers a vehicle configuration with a conventional drive train. Two energy management ...
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Nuclear education and manpower development
The successful applications of nuclear technology in areas as diverse as research, healthcare, nondestructive examinations, agriculture and electrical power generation are all dependent on the expert human resources available to the country or region utilising this technology. The expertise needed to understand and safely employ nuclear energy includes skilled craftsmen, operators, technicians ...
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