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Energy management for real estate. Methods and digital tools
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 5 hours
  • Course by Politecnico di Milano
  • Offered by

About

The figure of the Energy Manager (EM), introduced in the United States in the early 1970s, during the first oil crisis, brought to light the need to get more work out of less energy. In Italy, this figure was officially introduced by Law 308/82, but had its first strong impulse thanks to Law 10/91, aimed at implementing the National Energy Plan on the rational use of energy, energy saving and the development of renewable energy sources. More in detail, an Energy Manager is a person whose task is to manage what concerns energy within a company, a public body, or more generally a structure, verifying the energy consumption, optimising it, and promoting interventions aimed at energy efficiency and the use of renewable sources. In such respect, the course will provide the necessary information to: - verify consumption, through ad hoc audits or, if available, through digital models or reports produced by remote management; - optimise consumption through the correct regulation of systems and their appropriate use from an energy point of view; - promote energy-aware behaviour by employees and/or occupants of the facility; - propose improvement investments, possibly improving production processes or the performance of related services. The course is structured into 4 Weeks. In the first week a brief introduction about the course, highlighting the main skills of the energy manager, is provided. After that, the fundamental about energy in buildings is discussed in the second week. More in detail, the week aims to define the main energy, regulatory and market framework in which the energy manager has to deal with. Within the same week, the fundamentals of building physics and technical plants are also introduced. During week 3, the specific methodology to carry out the energy survey and audit as well as the available solution to improve the energy efficiency of existing buildings are treated. In the last week, the general approach to face with specific digital tools are also shown and, finally, all the knowledge acquired over the weeks is applied in two exemplifying case studies.

Modules

Introduction

    • 1 Videos
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  • The energy manager profile and main skills/activities

The energy sector

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Structure of the energy sector at national and international level
  • Energy Commodity Supply and Markets

Energy and building

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • Heat transfer and energy balance of a building
  • Sun, light and glazing
  • Building technical systems

WEEK 2 - Quiz

    • 1 Assignment
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Energy management strategies

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Energy audit
  • Energy efficiency of the building envelope

Technical systems

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Energy efficiency of the technical systems
  • Renewable energy sources

WEEK 3 - Quiz

    • 1 Assignment
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Tools and case studies

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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  • Energy digital models and simulations
  • Retrofit of existing buildings

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  • Challenge yourself!

WEEK 4 - Quiz

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Quiz

2 Readings

  • EDDIE Project
  • EDDIE Project - Skills and challenges

Auto Summary

"Energy Management for Real Estate: Methods and Digital Tools" is an essential course designed for those keen on mastering the role of an Energy Manager within the real estate sector. This foundational course, offered by Coursera, delves into the Science & Engineering domain, providing a comprehensive understanding of energy management practices. The course traces the evolution of the Energy Manager role, from its inception during the 1970s oil crisis in the United States to its legislative establishment in Italy. It focuses on optimizing energy consumption, promoting energy-efficient practices, and leveraging renewable energy sources. Learners will be equipped with skills to conduct energy audits, regulate systems for optimal energy use, and propose impactful energy-saving investments. Structured over four weeks, the course begins with an introduction to the Energy Manager's key skills. The second week covers the fundamentals of energy in buildings, including regulatory and market frameworks, building physics, and technical plants. Week three emphasizes methodologies for energy surveys and audits, alongside solutions to enhance energy efficiency in existing buildings. The final week introduces digital tools for energy management and applies the acquired knowledge through practical case studies. With a total duration of 300 hours, the course offers flexible subscription options, including Starter and Professional tiers, catering to a wide audience from beginners to professionals aiming to expand their expertise in energy management.

Claudio Del Pero
Instructor

Claudio Del Pero