Introduction to Energy Management with RETScreen

Organizations worldwide are seeking effective ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition to low-carbon operations. Understanding how to assess and manage energy consumption is a critical skill for driving this transition. This text-based course guides you through the foundational principles of energy management and introduces you to RETScreen, the industry-standard software tool for clean energy decision-making. Through structured written explanations, practical scenarios, and step-by-step analysis, you will learn how to identify energy-saving opportunities and build viable sustainability plans. What you'll learn: Understand key energy management terms, metrics, and global decarbonization frameworks; Analyze energy consumption patterns and identify areas for efficiency improvements; Evaluate clean energy projects and calculate potential greenhouse gas reductions; Navigate the core features of the RETScreen software for feasibility and performance analysis; Apply modern sustainability reporting concepts to track and communicate energy performance. The course starts with essential definitions and foundational concepts of energy management before moving into practical methodologies for carbon reduction. You will then explore how to set up, analyze, and interpret energy models within RETScreen using detailed written walkthroughs and scenario-based exercises. Designed for beginners, sustainability enthusiasts, facility managers, and professionals looking to enter the green energy sector, with no prior experience in energy modeling required. Start building the skills needed to lead clean energy initiatives and make a measurable environmental impact today.