2. Training

Grid Integration Webinars

We have offered dozens of training webinars on priority clean energy policy topics that policymakers in countries around the world can adapt for their own use. Many expert panelists and thousands of policymakers and others have participated in these unique training opportunities. Please consider joining us for one of our upcoming webinars. Or, browse the recorded webinars listed below.

Measuring the "Smartness" of the Electricity Grid »
Training for policymakers designing smart grid policies — defines what makes an electricity grid "smart" and proposes a method of measuring smartness Learn more.
Meltemi Community Smart Grid Pilot Site »
Training on the Meltemi Community Pilot Site—recently selected as the most innovative project in the 1st European Innovative SmartGrids Solutions Competition—using a living test field to validate intelligent load management. Learn more.
Micro-grids: Best Practices around Technology Challenges »
A showcase of experience with the challenges and solutions of micro-grids, including a discussion contrasting specific geographic contexts while providing collective best practices. Learn more.
Mini-grids for Energy Access in Sub-Saharan Africa: Status and Lessons from Tanzania »
A review of the results from a study of the status of mini-grids in Tanzania. Learn more.
Mini-Grids Quality Assurance Framework »
Presentation of a mini-grids QA framework designed to address the root challenges of providing quality power to remote consumers through financially viable mini-grids. Learn more.
Off-grid Energy Storage »
Comprehensive overview of technical innovations and discussion of the on-the-ground challenges for off-grid energy storage Learn more.
Opportunities and Challenges for Rural Off-grid Lighting and Distribution Markets in India  »
Review of the challenges and opportunities within India's rural off-grid lighting and distribution markets, as well as emerging and innovative distribution models in the off-grid renewable energy sector Learn more.
PowerShift Atlantic Smart Grid Demonstration of a Virtual Power Plant »
Overview of a collaborative research and demonstration initiative focused on finding effective ways to integrate wind energy into the electricity system Learn more.
Regulatory Issues and the Deployment of Smart Grids »
Training on regulatory regimes, costs and benefits, best practices and regulatory frameworks for smart grids, drawing on case studies from Europe Learn more.
REN21 Renewables 2015 Global Status Report: Renewable Energy Integration »
Covering the launch of REN21’s flagship report, the Renewables Global Status Report for 2015, with a focus on renewable energy integration. Learn more.