Overall focus was on designing and creating self-learning content in English, in 2023 the course was offered also in french, specifically targeting Green TVET Occupations, Curricula, and Training Centers. Participants gained a comprehensive understanding of the German dual TVET system and explored innovative approaches in TVET related to renewable energies and energy efficiency. The curriculum covered cross-cutting topics including quality assurance and digitalisation in TVET and insights into best practices from other countries’ TVET systems. The 2023 version included hydrogen and PtX topics.

Solar heat for industrial processes (SHIP) is one of the most efficient ways to provide CO2-free heat for industrial processes. The project was developed by the creation of market analysis on SHIP in the focus countries and a short study “Enabling Solar Thermal Process Heat”, the implemention of business models and online financial analysis tool for SHIP and the awareness raising and capacity building measures for political decision makers as well as for the financial sector and on the technology transfer via Solar Payback website.

In order to provide with a comprehensive, easy to understand toolbox to be used as a consistent GTW-H2 training package RENAC developed the training material both as face-to-face and online training and conducted the trainings. The project consisted in the concept designed and development which included the curriculum, training manual, presentations and exercises; and on the capacity development and GTW-H2 trainings.

The second batch of the Green Banking project was developed similarly in terms of the organization and execution of online trainings, live seminars and delegation tours. The online trainings were set to give a general introduction into green energy finance topics. The in-person seminars were organized as 3-day events with a country specific in-depth training on technical and financial topics and an introduction to the MS-Excel® tool for project assessment and financial structuring. The collaboration allowed to continue the development of the “Green Finance Specialist” program, with a translation of the materials into spanish, and the development of a 2-year Master programme in collaboration with a German university. Aditional to the previous phase, there was a batch of Train-the-Trainer Seminars, for professionals who already have experience in green energy finance for an in-depth training on technical, financial and didactical topics in order to join the pool of lecturers for the “Green Finance Specialist” degree. RENAC organized delegation tours for senior staff from business development departments, who were invited to Germany (Frankfurt and Berlin) for B2B meetings, knowledge exchange with German financing experts, workshops and trainings at RENAC’s premises and site visits of outstanding RE and EE projects.

RENAC developed technical material in English and French, regarding the context of the focus countries for the online training program and executed local face-to-face trainings in all the countries to go in-depth on their financial sector needs for the development of RE and EE projects. These activities were precided by a local kick-off workshop. Selected participants were invited to Berlin for a 5-day train-the-trainer seminar to develop on their knowledge in green energy finance and on technical, financial and didactical topics.

RENAC was commissioned by the GIZ “Grüne Bürgerenergie Benin” program to execute a Green Banking cycle in the country. The assignment was based on the updated 12-week online training and a 5-day Train-the-Trainer in-person seminar in Benin.

RENAC developed a capacity needs assessment to adapt the 12-week online training content, in English for participants from Uganda and in French for participants from Senegal, executing as well two 5-day train-the-trainer seminars (one in each languange), and two 3-day in-person seminars carried out by a partner training institution and shadowed by RENAC trainers.

In this context GET.invest and RENAC teamed up to provide capacity building on Green Banking for Recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic for the countries Nigeria and Burundi, which also included a Train-the-Trainer for selected experts with the aim to provide multipliers and long-term trainings in those countries. RENAC contributed developing and updating the content with contextual information for the online training moduloes and executed two Train-the-Trainer seminars in both project countries: Nigeria and Burundi.

RENAC was in charge of doing a Capacity needs assessment in the partner countries and the design, organisation, implementation and moderation of online trainings, in-person seminars and delegation tours, plus the selection of speakers and participants. Main for the project was the development of a MS-Excel(R) tool for project assessment and financial structuring. Through the assignment RENAC created, implemented and accredited a new training degree: “Green Finance Specialist”.

The project was based on diverse activities such as a capacity needs assessment, where needs and topic for the training were identified; there were efforts made on marketing and public relations, as well as all communication with the specific target groups of the seminars, including the selection process of participants for the capacity building activities. The program was executed as internet based and blended learning that lasted 3-day or 5-day trainings in partner countries, as well as a 5-day training in Berlin, where participants from different countries attended, for a total of 28 trainings executed.

RENAC provided Non-Key Experts within the Renewable Energies and Energy Efficiency fields with own staff and external experts, who conducted assessments of competencies and skills necessary for the uptake and implementation of renewable energy and energy efficiency investments. RENAC was also in charge of communication activities and capacity building. Provided specific know-how, with the aim improving risk evaluation capacities and increasing willingness to engage in green energy finance. Developed a program-mix of grid studies and capacity building activities on grid integration of RE.

RENAC was commissioned to offer the capacity building program included, for which it developed a capacity Needs Assessment to create the curriculum and training material necessary. The company executed a train-the-trainer seminar and additional seminars on solar energy, renewables energy, energy efficiency and green cities, as well as the organization of study visits and workshops in Germany.

• The project aimed to do a thorough analysis of the energy policy of the targeted countries with regard to the SE4All overall objectives
• To increase administrative and technical countries capabilities with regard to energy policy and strategy design, implementation and enforcement, including reforms supporting the SE4All overall objectives
• To identify concrete investments which can effectively be implemented within the assignment timeframe
• And to facilitate the financing and the actual implementation of investment projects consistently with the SE4All overall objectives

• Development ofthe 4 new course modules and updating of existing material • Implementation ofthe new and updated courses in the RENAC e-learning platform
• Course certification by ZfU (Central Office for Distance Learning)
• Development of the registrationplatform
• Publicising / marketing in developing and emerging countries (focus on H2Uppp countries)
• Selection of participants
• Continuous support of course participants in live virtual classrooms and by tutors
• Examination and certification
• Evaluation ofthe training programme
• Internal quality assurance of seminar, operations and staff training

RENAC was commissioned to develop the training materials and implement the 10-day Train-the-Trainer course in Antofagasta, Chile, and held a first course for the installers together with the newly trained trainers

Capacity building efforts included equipping training centers and training trainers, along with the development of relevant training materials. The creation of the Energy Innovation Coaches, was aimed to qualify expert trainers in different stages of the PV value chain and to raise awareness about energy efficiency. Additionally, a three-language web portal was launched as an integrated knowledge resource and marketing platform, enhancing access to information and promoting energy efficiency initiatives.

In order to contribute both to the professionalization of the RE/EE sector and to the increase in electrification rates, the key activities of the project were based on a stakeholder needs and capacity assessment, curriculum development and training of trainers for vocational training institutes, together with their implementation. The cooperation with the training institutes was successful and resulted in the reskilling of around 200 electricians, 30% of these were female electricians.

RENAC was in charge of the project development for Germany, doing the creation of energy indicators and other needed additional indicators. Activities included the update on regulatory and other impacts on the RES markets, plus the consolidation of results into reports. The team was also in charge of communication and dissemination of the reports to the target groups. General tasks consisted of project management and quality control.

The project was based on client’s interests and needs. The client was supported with accommodation, travel logistics, and translation services as needed and organized a kick-off event at RENAC to introduce the field trip.
Information materials, such as fact sheets, were provided before the study tour. Networking opportunities with industry representatives were arranged. The study tour was documented with photos and a final report, followed by follow-up communication with sites for additional information.

The 3-day capacity building course provided essential training on photovoltaic (PV) technologies. It included topics such as current global market trends, PV project development, implementation, operations and maintenance (O&M), among others. Participants acquired the following skills: evaluating core activities within the PV value chain, assessing the main steps of project development and O&M, and understanding the roles of key stakeholders, project structures, contracts, and approvals. The course was offered in English, Arabic, and Kurdish to accommodate diverse attendees.

The project was based on the development of course materials for implementation partner’s, on the capacity building for trainers, on the joint piloting of the developed materials, and on the development of modular training concepts and materials. The activities aimed to develop and pilot a professional training program on sustainable finance and embed it within the strategic development course program of ENAP.

In order to provide with a comprehensive, easy to understand toolbox to be used as a consistent GTW-H2 training package RENAC developed the training material both as face-to-face and online training and conducted the trainings. The project consisted in the concept designed and development which included the curriculum, training manual, presentations and exercises; and on the capacity development and GTW-H2 trainings.

The tour’s target was to encourage different innovative areas where both water and energy sectors work together to improve efficiency, reduce energy and water consumption, and increase the use of renewable energy, in order to reduce energy and water costs. RENAC provided the concept development and participant selection, identification of sites and referents on RE uses in the water sector, and the preparation of workshops to reflect and identify outcomes and learnings.

The project provided an analysis in consultation with stakeholders in all three countries, developed a detailed project report for setting up STAR Centres as well as a business plan for their long-term sustenance for Cote D’Ivoire, Uganda and Somalia, and established the specifications for procurement of hardware and software. In order to achieve this, a market research on the solar market in each country was conducted as well as a detailed capacity needs assessment. The methodology used was composed by desktop research, face-to-face and virtual interviews.

RENAC was contracted to perform situation analysis in consultation with stakeholders in all three focus countries: Benin, Zimbabwe and Bangladesh. Also the development of Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the setting up of STAR centres in the countries and the developing of business plans for long-term sustenance. The company also provided the specifications for procurement of hardware and software to equip the centres.

The project activities were focused in the preparation of presentations, lectures and exercises for the execution of the training in Rio de Janeiro.

As part of the consortium with partners adelphi and the German Chambers of Commerce Abroad in Australia and New Zealand, RENAC was in charge of the organisation of high-level expert delegation trips to Germany, as in-person or virtual events. The aim was to organize 6 expert delegation trips for Australia and New Zealand. The expert delegation trips focused on fostering collaboration with the design of tailored trip programs. Once finished, follow-up activities were conducted to assess outcomes, gather feedback, and reinforce connections made.

The project activities were established by phases, the first one refered to the evaluation and pre-selection of trainer candidates in the country. Following with the preparation of the TtT-seminars on the second part. Phase three was focused on the conduction of the TtT seminars. On phase four, RENAC performed the assesment of trainers and the final selection of the trainers who will be in charge of the shadowing session. Finalizing with phase five, with the shadowing training session, evaluation of TtT seminars and recommendations.

The project focused on enhancing the energy system transition through a comprehensive institutional assessment of the vocational education sector. RENAC conducted a gap analysis, leading to the development of 9 targeted workshops and trainings, including an introductory training on RE (known as IRET), a virtual 12-day Train-the-Trainer program on Commercial PV System Design for TVET instructors, featuring two 3-day virtual didactic workshops for the TtT group and IRET participants. The team also created a PV health and safety manual and performed a thorough review of Barbadean building codes.

To enhace Morroco’s climate fund, RENAC designed and streamlined a core of different activities based on support to capacity builiding of Moroccan financial sector on Climate Change, aiming to support the financial sector in its efforts to stregthen know-how and capacitites on climate finance and the feasibility explored the possibility of establishing a National Climate Fund to manage climate finance in Morocco.

The program was developed as a joint eLearning strategy. The implementation occured in two phases. On the first one, RENAC developed an inception report and a webinar series for the decision makers involved plus the strategy options for a common eLearning approach. In phase two, the company presented a complete draft of the strategy including the results of the needs assessment and a road map of the West African Power sector and presented the final report with the outcome and insights of the process.

The capacity development project lead by RENAC started with an initial planning phase, including the development of a stakeholder map, a pre-assessment of the capacity needs of the target group through interviews and the development and design of the training outline in close cooperation with the ministries. The original approach was to offer a Blended Learning training program, however due to the spread of Covid-19 virus all the project was successfully implemented online. The final phase included case studies, evaluation and reporting.

The project involved several key activities aimed at enhancing the capabilities of participating Energy Service Providers (ESPs) and other entities. Further activities included identifying and selecting additional participating entities and assessing their training needs, development of tailored training programs and arranged training courses to effectively address these needs. Follow-up activities ensured that supplementary training sessions were organized as required. The project concluded with the dissemination of results and final reporting to Nefco/BGFA.

The project involved several key steps in capacity development. A comprehensive Capacity Needs Assessment Methodology tailored to the specific context was developed. Following this, a detailed Capacity Needs Assessment was conducted to identify the current capabilities and gaps within the target group.Based on the findings, a thorough capacity needs and gaps assessment report that outlined critical insights and recommendations was prepared. Finally the Capacity Building Strategy to address identified gaps and enhance overall capacity was created.

The activities were executed in different phases. The inception phase was a comprehensive institutional assessment, this involved executing a successful project kick-off, completing a gap analysis, and performing a due diligence review along with a training needs assessment. The implementation phase, effectively executed different components: supporting the ESS System of the PEA, providing technical expertise tailored to the PEA’s needs, and delivering internal management support along with efforts to enhance communications and visibility.

Services provided included the preparation and implementation of a 7-month online training program featuring flexible module selection, assignments at the end of each course, an interactive forum, and 5-7 live virtual classrooms for real-time engagement. Additionally, a 5-day study tour was organized. The tour included face-to-face seminars and exchange sessions. All travel logistics, including accommodation, meals, and snacks during site visits, and accompanied participants throughout the tour to ensure a seamless experience were managed.

The project activities included stock taking and the implementation of a Capacity Needs Assessment, research on co-benefits, and construction of country reports on selected co-benefits. Capacity building and mutual learning among national policy support institutions, development of training materials, online courses and face to face trainings in/for the target countries, national mutual learning workshops, final transnational training workshop in Germany (or virtually).

Thoughrout the project the main activities have been focused on the production and update of distance learning modules, yearly attendance seminars at RENAC Training Centre including lectures, field trips and exams. With a 14 year run of this collaboration with BEUTH, the goal has been to enable graduates of this degree programme to apply methods and tools in the management of renewable energy and energy-efficiency projects.

RENAC was responsible for the curriculum and maintainance of close relationships with the renewable energy sector by involving lecturers from the industry. For the practical training, RENAC set up a Training Centre, where students had the possibility to put theory into practice. In addition, RENAC was responsible for arranging placements during the work-experience semester and for the international marketing of its course.

The project supported coal workers’ transition to the renewable energy sources (RES) industry through three main objectives: developing a tailored curriculum and training content for reorientation, assisting vocational education and training (VET) providers in integrating RES-SKILL materials, and improving collaboration between VET providers and businesses. Key activities included gathering evidence on skill requirements for the RES sector, analysing this data to define learning outcomes, and conduction of seminars and dissemination events.

After an scoping of the available training programs on energy efficiency and a capacity needs assessment, RENAC prepared and implemented virtual trainings for the theoretical needed knowledge and two in-person Train-the-Trainer courses for instructors from TVET colleges on rooftop PV installation. For the technical staff of distribution system operators (EVN), the offer swtiched to an on-line learning platform with courses available on applied solutions for high PV shares in low and medium voltage distribution grids, on grid integration of grid-connected PV, and on green hydrogen.

The project’s contribution to strengthening the policy and regulatory framework of Viet Nam’s energy sector was done thru improvement of the generation, management, analysis and publication of energy data and statistics, as well as capacity building of its actors. The overall execution included project managment, a capacity needs assesment, development of the online training concept and training materials (also TtT materials), selection of speakers, development of assesment tools and implementation of face-to-face Train-the-Trainer course.

For the project, RENAC was commissioned to develop a one-day training in Berlin, on fundamental theory including two practicals (grid-tied rigg and rooftop system). For this the seminar was desinged and implemented, with the selection of speakers and the marketing plus administration of participants efforts for the non-technicians interested in working in Renewables Energy in Jordan.

To promote Woman in the Renewables Energy Sector, key activities were based in increasing their knowledge of renewable energy technologies, markets and policy through an online training program and a one-week in-person workshop. Enabling them to develop their own business plans through targeted mentoring and assistanc, providing them the possibility to pitch their ideas to senior experts and potential investors. Upon completion of this programme, participants were invited to join an alumni network of like-minded professionals in the energy sector.

The project encompassed the end-to-end conceptualization and execution of a comprehensive training program. Key activities included the collection of relevant information in order to develop the training concept and the training itself, alongside the planning and prepartion of the interventions. The training courses were delivered through structured facilitation of RENAC policy experts and key regional speakers. This led to the structured delivery of tailored training sessions, followed by reflective analysis and systematic evalutation to ensure the alignment with the participants needs.

In order to provide the comprehensive overview, the different systems, components and to analyze the renewable energy markets and their latest trends, different activities for the project were conducted. The seminar was a virtual interactive live training, which included the design and selection of speakers to conduct it, the implementation and moderation of the seminar, as well as the execution of marketing and administrative efforts towards the participants of the seminar.

The capacity building program offered by RENAC included face to face trainings in China on low-carbon renewable energy heating, complementing it with a study tour in Germany. As well the company executed a 3-live-onlilne trainings on Post Covid-19 Green Recovery, System Integration of Renewable energies and Energy Master Planning for which it developed a modular training concept, the curriculum and training material necessary.

The training program concept created was based on the needs identified by the main target agencies. The concept was developed on a blended learning approach, RENAC also performed a selection process for the participants and marketing activities. An interactive website was developed by RENAC, to facilitate the participants with an easy access to all the course contantes. Once the face-to-face training programme was executed, the achievements were presented on the project webpage. Some of the trainings were done through webinars due to the pandemic.

The projected was based on the development, preparation, moderation and follow up for the virtual conference, as for the six weeks online training for the conference participants. The conference covered a landscape on the improvement of Central America education on the local workforce, focusing on the development of the skills set on renewable energy in order to not only create new job opportunities but boosting the GDP.

RENAC was in charge of a selection of seminars and courses targeting those involved in project implementation and policy reform and cooperating with industry professionals to design and deliver seminars. The company designed a mobile exhibition covering the topics of the seminars and developed the training materials for the seminars. The assigment also coupled the execution of marketing campaigns and international PR for awareness raising of renewable energies and energy efficiency technologies, the design and development of a training center used for demonstration, plus hosting the online courses.

The capacity building program offered by RENAC included the review and revision of existing training materials and didactical concepts, in order to develop not only an inspector’s handbook but also an online portal for training materials to be downloaded. The company executed a train-the-trainer seminar and additional workshops orientated to senior management and district officers. Concluding with a consulting of training institutes for accreditation processes.

The project was based on a set of activities designed to build institutional capactiy and promote effective knowledge transfer on installation of Rooftop PV. Core components included overall project management and a capacity needs assesment, in order to tailor the program. Based on this, the team developed curricula, implemented targeted training sessions and organized train-the-trainers seminar with customized training material. Additionally, the project included a ditigial learning component, with an e-learning course as well with organized study tours to Germany.

The project aimed to create an Alumni Network and support system to foster innovation in green energy. RENAC developed an online training for business applications of renewable energy and established a mentoring program to guide individuals in exploring decentralized green energy solutions, ensuring practical, real-world applications. The program included business idea pitching sessions, allowing alumni to present their innovative concepts and receive valuable feedback from experts in the industry.The approach empowered alumni to thrive and contribute effectively to the green energy sector.

RENAC offered the coordination and facilitation of the webinars, which focused on capacity building, resource and energy efficiency and different technologies for low-emission systems. The company contributed into the implementation and the development of marketing material, the set up of the project website including the registration platform and management of the participants, coordination and briefing of experts on the webinar days, as well as technical support during these days and the follow up of the event.

This project was based on several key activities: establishment of blended learning program and provision of distance learning material and online courses on solar photovoltaic, mentoring of lecturers in online teaching and conduction of Train-the-trainer seminars including didactical training, further curriculum enhancement. RENAC offered three different workshops for decision makers and investors: solar water pumping, PV business models, Renewable Energy in agriculture, plus a stakeholder workshop with GIZ Energy Cluster, GIZ Education, AMER, 14 TVET institutions, ANEP, FUNAE, BRILHO.

Informed specialists play a crucial role in tackling global climate issues and shaping tomorrow’s energy systems, to enhance such international expertise the project based the activities on design and conduction of study tours and seminars, development and conduction of online trainings, selection of speakers and authors and marketing and administration of participants.

The project involved the support in the implementation of a Market Readiness Assessment, the design of a tailored capacity-building strategy and work plan, the implementation of a capacity building program for enterprises, financial institutions, policy makers (18 trainings in each country, 6 per year), elaborated fact sheets and case study calculations and boosted stakeholder engagement in light of these capacity building services.

The project focused on supporting the Vietnamese Ministry of Industry and Trade and its provincial peers by presenting awareness-raising measures on bioenergy and consulting on streamlining the process for licensing bioenergy plants in the country. RENAC provided targeted capacity development for project planners on methodology of feasibility studies for bioenergy plants, on biomass energy financing by equipping stakeholders with the necessary skills to pursue funding opportunities and implement successful biomass initiatives and to set technology transfer networks with international counterparts.