In December 2015, the Paris Agreement (COP21) adopted the following two goals.
(1) Strive to limit the global average temperature to less than plus 2°C, and even less than 1.5°C, compared to pre-industrial levels.
(2) Reduce global greenhouse gas emissions as quickly as possible and achieve a balance between emissions and absorption by forests and other sources in the second half of the 21st century.
In this lecture, participants will gain an understanding of BAT (Best Available Technology), understand the regional characteristics of Japan and other countries, investigate renewable energy systems that contribute to decarbonization that capture the characteristics of each region in Japan and abroad, and identify and examine systems and business models to introduce such systems.
Based on the same information, the participants will be divided into groups to conduct research and study on pre-determined themes, and make group presentations. In addition, each participant will prepare and submit a report on a predetermined theme related to regional decarbonization. The tour of facilities and other activities are planned, but please note that the schedule is subject to change depending on future social conditions, so please pay attention to the information provided by "Scomb" and other media. Also, please note that the class plan may be changed depending on the number of presentation groups to be set up.
(1) Strive to limit the global average temperature to less than plus 2°C, and even less than 1.5°C, compared to pre-industrial levels.
(2) Reduce global greenhouse gas emissions as quickly as possible and achieve a balance between emissions and absorption by forests and other sources in the second half of the 21st century.
In this lecture, participants will gain an understanding of BAT (Best Available Technology), understand the regional characteristics of Japan and other countries, investigate renewable energy systems that contribute to decarbonization that capture the characteristics of each region in Japan and abroad, and identify and examine systems and business models to introduce such systems.
Based on the same information, the participants will be divided into groups to conduct research and study on pre-determined themes, and make group presentations. In addition, each participant will prepare and submit a report on a predetermined theme related to regional decarbonization. The tour of facilities and other activities are planned, but please note that the schedule is subject to change depending on future social conditions, so please pay attention to the information provided by "Scomb" and other media. Also, please note that the class plan may be changed depending on the number of presentation groups to be set up.
In today's society, energy use is the basis of economic activities, and at the same time, it can lead to environmental crises.
Therefore, in this lecture, students will understand energy and environment based on regional characteristics and learn various
response systems. In addition, students will acquire presentation skills to explain the contents of such systems.
- Grasp of domestic and international situation regarding energy and the environment, understanding of the system and cost situation.
- Various energy conversion technology and correctly understand that the characteristic principle. Especially to learn about the technologies that contribute to low‒carbon due to the use of ICT to contribute to energy saving.
- Through Group presentation announcement, as well as deepening the understanding of energy and environmental technologies, to master the creativity and communication skills that lead to regional contribution.
| Presentation | Assignment Report | Reports for each class | Total. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 10% | 15% | 5% | 30% |
| 2. | 10% | 15% | 5% | 30% |
| 3. | 30% | 0% | 10% | 40% |
| Total. | 50% | 30% | 20% | - |
In this lecture, presentations, assignment reports, and post-lecture reports will be evaluated. Presentations will be evaluated
on the content and presentation techniques of each group presenting. The assignment report is to be prepared and submitted
by each student. In addition, a report using Google Forms is to be submitted by each student after each lecture. The above
will be evaluated, and a total of 60 points or more will be considered as passing the class.
| Class schedule | HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) | Amount of Time Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Prologue (Explanation of what will be learned in the lecture and how it will be conducted) | Students are required to check the syllabus and the handouts distributed by Scomb, deepen their understanding of the course in advance, and prepare and submit a report on their assignments after taking the course. | 190minutes |
| 2. | Toward a New Era of Energy Transformation (1) (Current Status and Future of Fossil Energy) | Students are required to check the syllabus and the handouts distributed by Scomb, deepen their understanding of the subject matter in advance, and prepare and submit a report on their assignments after taking the course. | 190minutes |
| 3. | Nuclear power generation and its social acceptability | Same as above | 190minutes |
| 4. | Toward a New Era of Energy Transition (2) (Shift to Renewable Energy in Germany) | Same as above | 190minutes |
| 5. | Tour of facilities | Same as above | 190minutes |
| 6. | Toward a New Era of Energy Transition (3) (Shift to Renewable Energy in the Netherlands and Denmark + α) | Same as above | 190minutes |
| 7. | Toward a New Era of Energy Transition (4) (Shift to renewable energy in Japan and abroad) | Students are required to review the handouts distributed by Scomb, deepen their understanding of the material in advance, and prepare and submit a report on their assignments after the course. | 190minutes |
| 8. | Presentation Discussion（１） | Students are required to collect and prepare information related to the content of the presentation to be given in advance, and prepare and submit a report on the assignment after the discussion. | 190minutes |
| 9. | SDGs, Circular Economy, Regional Circular Economy Model, etc. | Students are required to check the syllabus and the handouts distributed by Scomb, deepen their understanding of the subject matter in advance, and prepare and submit a report on their assignments after taking the course. | 190minutes |
| 10. | Presentation Discussion（２） | Students are required to collect and prepare information related to the content of the presentation to be given in advance, and prepare and submit a report on the assignment after the discussion. | 190minutes |
| 11. | Presentation（１） | Review the abstract of the presentation to be delivered via Scomb in advance, and prepare and submit a report on the assignment after the presentation. | 190minutes |
| 12. | Presentation（２） | Same as above | 190minutes |
| 13. | Presentation（３） | Same as above | 190minutes |
| 14. | Lecture summary | Review the presentation materials with the results of the presentation evaluation, and confirm points to be noted for improving presentation skills, etc. | 190minutes |
| Total. | - | - | 2660minutes |
| ways of feedback | specific contents about "Other" |
|---|---|
| Feedback in the class |
Lecture materials will be uploaded on Scomb, so students are expected to check and prepare for the lecture before each class.
It is desirable to be interested in various domestic and international trends regarding the weather crisis caused by global
warming and to acquire knowledge through various media such as books.
- If conducted in a classroom, they will also be available on class days and Wednesdays from 12:30 pm to 13:00 pm (30 minutes).
If online, questions and comments will be delivered via chat or email, and will be answered later via email.
- Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
- Course that cultivates a basic interpersonal skills
- Course that cultivates a basic self-management skills
- Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
| Work experience | Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable |
|---|---|
| Applicable | While working for an energy company and a national university, I assisted local governments and private companies in formulating policies for global warming countermeasures. I also participated in projects to introduce specific energy conservation systems and renewable energy systems. |
- 1.NO POVERTY
- 7.AFFORDABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY
- 9.INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
- 11.SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES
- 13.CLIMATE ACTION
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