Energy in transportation
Energy in transportation
Description
In this course, we will be studying transportation and analyzing it in terms of energy. We will learn how to calculate the impact of our transportation systems in terms of energy, and explore the best strategies to reduce their impact.
The Team
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Learners
- Study period
- 16 March – 5 July 2026
- Study format
- Online
- Application period
- 11 February – 9 March 2026
- Credits
- 1 ECTS
- Hosting university
- Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
- Topics
Information
Value and progress
Make informed decisions that promote sustainable practices.
Identify technologies capable of carrying the necessary energy and power for transportation, such as electricity, hydrogen, and biofuels, while considering their limitations in terms of land use and material accessibility. Use this knowledge to make informed decisions that promote sustainable practices.
ESCO SKILLS
State of the art of sustainable modes of transportation.
Stay updated on research advancements and initiatives aimed at mitigating the environmental impact of transportation, evaluate the level of implementation of these initiatives, and make informed decisions about more sustainable transportation practices to minimize the global impact on the planet.
ESCO SKILLS
Understand the current dependence on fossil fuels in various modes of transportation.
Be able to make a comparative analysis of fossil fuel consumption with other alternative energy sources for each mode.
ESCO SKILLS
Attain proficiency in sustainable energy sources for optimal transportation power solutions.
Acquire knowledge about available sustainable energy sources to meet the specific energy and power requirements of the most commonly used transportation systems.
ESCO SKILLS
Energy requirements of transportation modes
Analyze and evaluate the energy requirements of different transportation modes, assessing their environmental impact in terms of greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.
ESCO SKILLS
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Hosting university
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
