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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Our Energy Future by University of California San Diego

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About the Course

This course is designed to introduce students to the issues of energy in the 21st century – including food and fuels – which are inseparably linked – and will discuss energy production and utilization from the biology, engineering, economics, climate science, and social science perspectives. This course will cover the current production and utilization of energy, as well as the consequences of this use, examining finite fossil energy reserves, how food and energy are linked, impacts on the environment and climate, and the social and economic impacts of our present energy and food production and use. After the introductory lectures, we will examine the emerging field of sustainable energy, fuel and food production, emphasizing the importance of developing energy efficient and sustainable methods of production, and how these new technologies can contribute to replacing the diminishing supplies of fossil fuels, and reduce the consequences of carbon dioxide release into the environment. This course will also cover the importance of creating a sustainable energy future for all societies including those of the developing world. Lectures will be prepared and delivered by leading UC San Diego and Scripps Institution of Oceanography faculty and industry professionals across these areas of expertise....

Top reviews

AM

Sep 28, 2016

Very informative course even for someone with a prior knowledge in a particular segment in renewable energy. Covers diverse energy resources along with economic, and environmental considerations.

JJ

Oct 30, 2016

Great learning experience! Easy way to get an idea of the work that is being done to better our lives in the future in terms of energy. Very interesting lectures and would highly recommend it.

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By Fernando B

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Dec 26, 2016

Me gusto mucísimo el curso. 90% de la información es nueva para mí y sé que la aprovecharé para desarrollar una idea que tengo para crear mi propia empresa que sea ambientalmente amigable

By fer-yol T

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Jul 26, 2019

This course is recomendable because it includes multiple approach, pros and cons, different alternatives, explain the situation around the world. in summary a very complete course.

By Laila k k

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Jul 7, 2019

Even though without scientific background, I found this course simply brilliant. Pragmatic, with much data on the future sources of energy that I hope will replace fossil fuels...

By Dhairyarajsinh G

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Jul 13, 2020

Excellent content of the course. Only one suggestion Please upgrade the course as its almost 8 years old data . The renewable energy science has changed a lot in this 8 years.

By Missy A

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Nov 1, 2020

You get taught by highly qualified lecturers and focus mainly on key themes such as renewable energy sources and climate change. I recommend this course to all professionals!

By Cristina D O G

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May 26, 2017

It gives great insight into biofuel production, but also how other renewable energies work, and the necessity of them coming together to cope with global energy demand :)

By Jim L

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Jan 2, 2019

A very thorough survey of clean energy options, with an emphasis on bio-fuels. Numerous lectures by leading experts in their respective fields. Very well done.

By Nancy W

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Sep 18, 2018

A lot of really great material, and the Week 9 "Office Hours" are well worth the time. The course would benefit from mentoring and perhaps some more recent data,

By Arvind k

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Jun 24, 2021

very knowledgeable course , you can understand various techniques of conservation of energy sources and safe earth from big issues like global warming etc .

By Milena G

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Mar 14, 2022

The course is super interesting. Compliments to the professors and speakers who were able to speak about very diffucult topics in a straightforward way.

By Shubham K

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Aug 26, 2020

This course is worth watching with concentration of full 40 hours. I learnt about the latest research and advancements in the different field of energy.

By Michael D H

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Mar 19, 2020

A very interesting course that really does explain all the renewable energies in great detail and what effect our civilisation is having on the planet.

By Lucas S

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Apr 5, 2020

Excellent course,i learned lot of things and the thing that there were lot of professonals really motivated me! Thanks for this course and experience!

By Andres F D M

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Jan 22, 2017

Fantastic course, great material and very complete and insightful. It would be great if the information could be upgraded to see how we currently are.

By Irving E G

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Apr 25, 2016

An excellent course for environmentally conscious individuals interested in the different options we have to create a 100% renewable energy future.

By Aryan R

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Jul 29, 2021

Great course, i have learned about Energy and different ways to get it and conserve it and use of Energy efficiently and many more things, thanks

By Sachindra C N W

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Jun 5, 2020

Excellent course providing insight to a vast array of renewable energy options such as wind, solar, nuclear, with particular emphasis on biofuels.

By Faris E a

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Aug 23, 2015

This course is an excellent introduction to energy topics especially in the optic of the energy challenge that humanity faces with global warming!

By Manatosh H

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May 12, 2022

It's an excellent course with rich and valuable course materials and lecture videos. Highly recommend the course for energy enthusiasts like me.

By padmavathi b

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Sep 1, 2020

Excellent course, I strongly recommend this course. I will surely encourage my students to join. I congratulate the organisers. All the best

By Saroj L

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Jun 7, 2020

The course is very well developed. I really learned new and interesting things from this course and enjoyed the lecture as well. Thank you!

By Kum Y L

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Aug 8, 2020

Much in-depth information is provided on the future of our energy, including the many options available, as well as their pros and cons.

By Toni C

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Aug 15, 2015

A very good course. I totally recommend it for those who want to get some insight into the world of energy from different perspectives.

By Fahim u d

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May 25, 2023

Very well structured course with very qualified instructors . Extremely methodical .Gave me an overview of where the world was going .

By Donald A

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Jan 11, 2020

Great course, fine balance. You did not disappoint. You gave fair treatment to some solid technologies, that "Will last the course."