Start date:
| 06 Apr 2026, 8.15AM |
duration: |
2792 hrs 45 mins |
Location: |
Online |
Cost: |
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Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, should understand the following topics at a high level:
- Introduction to Fuel Switching
- Fossil Fuels Commonly Used in New Zealand
- Why Fuel Switching Matters in New Zealand
- Low Carbon Fuels Available in New Zealand
- Fuel Switching to Electricity-Based Systems
- Fuel Switching to Biomass Options
- Fuel Switching using Geothermal Heat
- Fuel Switching using Hybrid Solutions
- Fuel Switching Buildings and Homes
- Fuel Switching of Process Heat Systems
- Fuel Switching of Transport Sector (from New Zealand Context)
- Emerging Fuel Switching Technologies
- Case Studies and Lessons Learned
Position and pathway
This module includes an optional online badge exam (micro-credential). Successful completion of the assessment contributes towards CEP’s Certified Professional in Energy and Certified Professional in Carbon qualifications.
Time commitment
The module comprises thirteen (13) lessons and approximately three (3) hours of total video content. Learners will also complete twelve (12) progression quizzes, each taking around five (5) minutes, and one (1) completion quiz. The progression quizzes serve as gatekeeper steps, requiring successful completion before participants can advance to the next lesson.
Digital certificate
A digital certificate is issued upon achieving a minimum pass mark of 75%, recognising successful completion and understanding of the module. Please note that this certificate is separate from the associated professional certification.
This self-directed module on “Fuel Switching” will cover the aspects of decarbonising a system or process by changing the fuel or energy source. For example, converting a coal boiler to an electric or biomass boiler. It will consider all of the major sectors of the New Zealand economy-wide emissions and discuss the fuel switching opportunities for major sectors such as buildings, industry, process heat and transportation (at a high level).
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, should understand the following topics at a high level:
- Introduction to Fuel Switching
- Fossil Fuels Commonly Used in New Zealand
- Why Fuel Switching Matters in New Zealand
- Low Carbon Fuels Available in New Zealand
- Fuel Switching to Electricity-Based Systems
- Fuel Switching to Biomass Options
- Fuel Switching using Geothermal Heat
- Fuel Switching using Hybrid Solutions
- Fuel Switching Buildings and Homes
- Fuel Switching of Process Heat Systems
- Fuel Switching of Transport Sector (from New Zealand Context)
- Emerging Fuel Switching Technologies
- Case Studies and Lessons Learned
Position and pathway
This module includes an optional online badge exam (micro-credential). Successful completion of the assessment contributes towards CEP’s Certified Professional in Energy and Certified Professional in Carbon qualifications.
Time commitment
The module comprises thirteen (13) lessons and approximately three (3) hours of total video content. Learners will also complete twelve (12) progression quizzes, each taking around five (5) minutes, and one (1) completion quiz. The progression quizzes serve as gatekeeper steps, requiring successful completion before participants can advance to the next lesson.
Digital certificate
A digital certificate is issued upon achieving a minimum pass mark of 75%, recognising successful completion and understanding of the module. Please note that this certificate is separate from the associated professional certification.
