Renewable Energy Trainings

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Working at heights for wind technicians

By Wind Power Energy|Duration: 16 hours|Language: Romanian

Description

The training session allows the participant to carry out rescue operations in wind turbines in a safe way. The module includes PPE handling, maintenance and inspection. This module is a prerequisite for any work on wind turbines.

Cost

Free

Target audience

Industrial Engineers
Electricians
Renewable Energy Consultants
Renewable Energy Technicians
Renewable Energy Power Plant Operators
Health and Safety Professionals
HVAC and Refrigeration Technicians
Industrial Electricians

Certificate Offered

 Yes Certificate of Completion

Application Deadline

None, ongoing

Format

In-person

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Working at heights for solar PV and heat pump technician

By Wind Power Energy|Duration: 8 hours|Language: Romanian

Description

This intensive one-day course equips solar PV and heat pump technicians with the critical skills to safely perform elevated work in compliance with global standards. Through a blend of theory and hands-on practice, participants will master fall prevention, equipment inspection, and emergency rescue procedures specific to rooftop solar installations and heat pump maintenance.

Cost

Free

Target audience

Industrial Engineers
Electricians
Renewable Energy Consultants
Renewable Energy Technicians
Renewable Energy Power Plant Operators
Health and Safety Professionals
HVAC and Refrigeration Technicians
Industrial Electricians

Certificate Offered

 Yes Certificate of Completion

Application Deadline

None, ongoing

Format

In-person

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Manual handling for wind, solar PV, heat pumps and energy storage

By Wind Power Energy|Duration: 4 hours|Language: Romanian

Description

This course is relevant for people working in: administration, production, management, service and maintenance related to wind turbines, solar PV systems, heat pumps and battery storage. Lifting and transport result in considerable pressures on the human body. Participants are trained to recognise and evaluate possible pressure on the human body during work, and are introduced to the ergonomic work procedures through practical exercises.

Cost

Free

Target audience

Industrial Engineers
Electricians
Renewable Energy Consultants
Renewable Energy Technicians
Renewable Energy Power Plant Operators
Health and Safety Professionals
HVAC and Refrigeration Technicians
Industrial Electricians

Certificate Offered

 Yes Certificate of Completion

Application Deadline

None, ongoing

Format

In-person

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Basic electrical and mechanical training for wind, solar PV, heat pumps and energy storage

By Wind Power Energy|Duration: 24 hours|Language: Romanian

Description

This course provides a simple introduction to electricity and mechanics for wind turbines, solar panels, heat pumps, and batteries. Participants will learn how these systems work, how to install and maintain them, and basic troubleshooting. The course includes safety guidelines and hands-on practice to build confidence in working with renewable energy systems.

Cost

Free

Target audience

Industrial Engineers
Electricians
Renewable Energy Consultants
Renewable Energy Technicians
Renewable Energy Power Plant Operators
Health and Safety Professionals
HVAC and Refrigeration Technicians
Industrial Electricians

Certificate Offered

 Yes Certificate of Completion

Application Deadline

None, ongoing

Format

In-person

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Design and Planning of Heat Pump Systems

By OHKW Klimajobs GmbH|Duration: 2 days (16 teaching units)|Language: German

Description

This hands-on course provides a comprehensive introduction to planning and integrating heat pump systems into existing buildings. Participants learn both the fundamentals and advanced techniques for designing, sizing, and optimising systems using solar energy, storage tanks, and planning software.

Cost

€680 (BAFA BAW subsidies available up to €500)

Date

July 16–17, August 21–22 & August 28–29 2025

Target audience

HVAC installers
Building services engineers (TGA)
Energy consultants with an intermediate to advanced technical background

 

Certificate Offered

Yes – Certificate of Participation

Application Deadline

Not specified/open until fully booked

Format

Online

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Heat Pumps in Building Renovation

By OHKW Klimajobs GmbH|Duration: 2 days (16 teaching units)|Language: German

Description

This training course qualifies professionals to advise on the use of heat pumps in existing residential and non-residential buildings. Participants gain practical knowledge of technical principles, legal regulations, subsidy programmes, and building-specific planning approaches. Emphasis is placed on real-world applications, evaluating suitable heat sources, and choosing the right system for each case. 

Cost

€680 (BAFA BAW subsidies available up to €500)

Date

Rolling dates/on demand

Target audience

HVAC installers
Building services engineers (TGA)
Energy consultants (including in-house advisors in skilled trades)

 

Certificate Offered

Yes – Certificate of Participation/ Micro-certificates per module (if applicable)

Application Deadline

Not specified/open until fully booked

Format

Online, modular with optional in-person workshops

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Hydraulic Balancing: Legal Requirements, Calculation Methods & Practical Implementation

By OHKW Klimajobs GmbH|Duration: 1 day (8 teaching units)|Language: German

Description

This hands-on training provides a solid foundation in the legal requirements and calculation methods of hydraulic balancing – a key factor in the efficiency of modern heating systems, especially when retrofitting with heat pumps. Using a sample project, participants learn to calculate room-specific heating loads, design heating surfaces, and configure heating systems using standard software tools.

Cost

€300 (up to €250 BAFA BAW funding available until end of September 2025)

Date

18 July, 20 August & 25 August 2025

Target audience

Technicians
HVAC (SHK) installers
Planners
Energy consultants with intermediate to advanced technical backgrounds

Certificate Offered

Yes – Certificate of Participation

Application Deadline

Not specified/open until fully booked

Format

Online

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Technical Sales & Planning of Heat Pump Systems

By OHKW Klimajobs GmbH|Duration: 48 hours over 6 weeks (part-time)|Language: German

Description

This course qualifies non-technical staff to confidently advise customers and plan heat pump systems. It introduces a new role—technical sales and planning specialist—within installer companies to streamline operations: while installers focus on installations, staff management planning and customer communication. Participants gain skills in system selection, basic heat load calculations, subsidies, sales techniques, and using online tools.

Cost

€680 (BAFA BAW subsidy up to €500 available)

Date

Rolling dates/on demand

Target audience

Non-technical staff in HVAC companies
Newcomers to the energy sector
Back office employees
Career changers
Family members in small trades businesses

 

Certificate Offered

Yes – Certificate of Participation/ Micro-certificates per module (if applicable)

Application Deadline

Open until fully booked

Format

Online, modular with optional in-person workshops

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Digital Battery Passport System: An Introduction

By InnoEnergy Skills Institute|Duration: 50 minutes, self-paced|Language: English

Description

This course provides a general overview of the background, regulations, benefits, challenges, and likely parameters of large-scale battery passport programmes under development

Cost

Free

Target audience

This course is for all levels and everyone interested in learning more about the battery value chain.

Certificate Offered

Yes – Certificate of Completion

Application Deadline

None, ongoing

Format

Online

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End-of-Life, Second Life & Recycling

By InnoEnergy Skills Institute|Duration: Six 20-minute lessons ; two hours in total|Language: English

Description

This course provides a general overview of the background, regulations, benefits, challenges, and likely parameters of large-scale battery passport programmes under development. In this course, you will learn about the methods for battery reuse and recycling, and gain an overview of battery recycling processes.

Cost

Free

Target audience

This course is for all levels and everyone interested in learning more about the battery value chain.

Certificate Offered

Yes – Certificate of Completion

Application Deadline

None, ongoing

Format

Online

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Introduction to Battery Safety

By InnoEnergy Skills Institute|Duration: 160 minutes, self-paced|Language: English

Description

Learn the essential safety aspects of battery manufacturing, testing, storage, handling, and disposal.

Cost

Free

Target audience

This course is for all levels and everyone interested in learning more about the battery value chain.

Certificate Offered

Yes – Certificate of Completion

Application Deadline

None, ongoing

Format

Online

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Basic Concepts of Electricity

By InnoEnergy Skills Institute|Duration: 50 minutes|Language: English

Description

Learn the foundations of electrical systems including basic concepts and terminology. This course provides an introduction to the fundamental concepts of electrical systems including circuits, components, and basic electrical theory. Acquire the basic knowledge and skills you need for many jobs in the renewable energy market!

Cost

Free

Target audience

This course is for all levels and everyone interested in learning more about the battery value chain.

Certificate Offered

Yes – Certificate of Completion

Application Deadline

None, ongoing

Format

Online

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KNX / EIB – Basic course

By Centres de Compétences Génie Technique|Duration: 40 hours|Language: French, German

Description

This course introduces the KNX (EIB) home automation bus system used for heating, air conditioning, lighting, alarms, and access systems. Participants will learn to install, configure, and troubleshoot KNX components using ETS6 software. Ideal for technical professionals seeking hands-on training in smart building systems.

Cost

Free for companies contributing to FONGECO. Price on request for other companies.

Target audience

Electricians (low current)
System integrators
HVAC installers
Minimum level: CEC 3 (Qualified worker)

 

Certificate Offered

Yes – Certificate of Professional Competence

Application Deadline

None, ongoing

Format

In-person (training centre)

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KNX / EIB – Advanced Course

By Centres de Compétences Génie Technique|Duration: 40 hours|Language: French, German

Description

This course introduces the KNX (EIB) home automation bus system used for heating, air conditioning, lighting, alarms, and access systems. Participants will learn to install, configure, and troubleshoot KNX components using ETS6 software. Ideal for technical professionals seeking hands-on training in smart building systems.

Cost

Free for companies contributing to FONGECO. Price on request for other companies.

Target audience

Electricians (low current)
Integrators
Heating installers
Air conditioning installers who have completed the “KNX basic course” 
Minimum level: CEC 3 (Qualified worker)

 

Certificate Offered

Yes – Certificate of Professional Competence

Application Deadline

None, ongoing

Format

In-person (training centre)

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KNX / EIB – HVAC

By Centres de Compétences Génie Technique|Duration: 16 hours|Language: French, German

Description

This course provides professionals with essential skills in the management and regulation of heating systems using KNX technology. Participants will learn to implement energy efficiency measures, understand heat distribution systems, and ensure the effective control of HVAC installations.

Cost

Free for companies contributing to FONGECO. Price on request for other companies.

Target audience

Electricians (low current)
Integrators
Heating installers
Air conditioning installers who have completed the “KNX basic course” 
Minimum level: CEC 3 (Qualified worker)

 

Certificate Offered

Yes – Certificate of Professional Competence

Application Deadline

None, ongoing

Format

In-person (training centre)