Alternative Energy Vectors for the Water Sector: Opportunities and Challenges on the Path to Net Zero

Program Overview

This masterclass explores the role of alternative energy vectors, such as hydrogen, ammonia, and bioenergy, in decarbonizing the water sector. It covers the opportunities, challenges, and ongoing research in producing and recovering these fuels from renewable resources. The program is designed for water professionals, technology investors, and students interested in alternative energy's role in achieving net zero emissions.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Masterclass Title: Alternative Energy Vectors for the Water Sector: Opportunities and Challenges on the Path to Net Zero
• Focus: Exploring the role of hydrogen, ammonia, synthetic fuels, and bioenergy in helping the water sector achieve net zero emissions by 2030.
• Format: Live online masterclass delivered over 3 hours by Dr Luca Alibardi and Prof Ewan McAdam.
• Content:
• Session 1:
Net Zero plans – role and opportunities for innovative energy vectors
• Session 2:
Alternative energy vectors – a state of the art
• Hydrogen uses and production
• Ammonia recovery and uses
• Synthetic fuels
• Bioenergy
• Session 3:
Opportunities and challenges
• Incentives and regulatory drivers
• System integration opportunities
• Technology development
• Learning Outcomes:
• Understand the opportunities that alternative energy vectors offer for decarbonizing the water industry.
• Identify the possibilities for producing and recovering these fuels from renewable resources with low carbon emissions.
• Grasp the ongoing research agenda for technology development and implementation.

Teaching:

• Delivery: Live online format with interactive sessions.
• Facilitators:
• Dr Luca Alibardi – Lecturer in Separation Processes
• Prof Ewan McAdam – Professor of Membrane Science and Technology
• Approach:
• Each session involves a 30-40 minute presentation followed by discussions and interaction with attendees.
• Encourages active participation and networking opportunities.

Other:

• Target Audience:
• Water professionals (researchers, engineers, operators, asset managers) involved in emissions management and searching for alternative energy solutions.
• Technology investors, energy technology providers, regulators.
• Students with a background in water science or environmental engineering interested in alternative energy's role in decarbonization.
• Cost: £185 (10% discount for Water and Wastewater Network members)
• Dates: Please enquire for course dates.
• Duration: Half day (09:00 am - 12:30 pm)
• Location: Online
• Registration: https://www.cranfield.ac.uk/courses/short-courses/alternative-energy-vectors-for-the-water-sector-opportunities-and-challenges-on-the-path-to-net-zero

Note:

This information is based on the provided context and may not be exhaustive. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the official Cranfield University website or contact the organizers directly.