CEP1006 Fuel Switching

CEP1006: Fuel Switching

$560.00 + GST

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Description

Module overview

This training module on “Fuel Switching” will cover the aspects of decarbonising a system or process by changing the fuel or energy source. For example, converting a coal boiler to an electric or biomass boiler. It will consider all of the major sectors of the New Zealand economy-wide emissions and discuss the fuel switching opportunities for major sectors such as buildings, industry, process heat, and transportation (at a high level).

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CEP1006: Fuel Switching Module Outline (PDF)

Learning outcomes

By the end of the module, students should understand the following topics at a high level:

  1. Introduction to Fuel Switching
  2. Fossil Fuels Commonly Used in NZ
  3. Why Fuel Switching Matters in NZ
  4. Low Carbon Fuels Available in NZ
  5. Fuel Switching to Electricity-Based Systems
  6. Fuel Switching to Biomass Options
  7. Fuel Switching using Geothermal Heat
  8. Fuel Switching using Hybrid Solutions
  9. Fuel Switching Buildings and Homes
  10. Fuel Switching of Process Heat Systems
  11. Fuel Switching of Transport Sector (from NZ Context)
  12. Emerging Fuel Switching Technologies
  13. Case Studies and Lessons Learned

Instructions

  • To complete this module, you will need to open each lesson video by clicking the play button.
  • To enable subtitle captions, hover over the bottom of the video and click CC. Click again to remove the captions.
  • Each lesson is an important part of this module, it is recommended you minimise distractions while viewing the videos.
  • This module includes several short gateway quizzes that need to be passed for progression.
  • Once you have completed all lessons, you will have access to a completion quiz to help prepare you for the badge exam.
  • There is no limit on the number of times you can access the completion quiz, we recommend you repeat the exercise until you have achieved at least 75%.
  • A certificate of completion will be available if you meet or surpass the 75% threshold in the completion quiz.

Demonstrate and promote your knowledge

  • This module has a matching credential which carries a verifiable digital badge. You can get the credential and the digital badge for this module by passing an online badge exam.
  • Completing this module does not qualify you for the credential and badge. However, it is your best preparation for exam success.
  • Your digital badge can be linked to popular social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook and X.
  • Clients or employers can easily verify your credential through the secure Accredible badge platform.

Certification requirements

You will achieve your full Certified Professional in EnergyTM (CPE) certification after you have:

Copyright

All content in this module is copyright, 2025, Carbon and Energy Professionals New Zealand.

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