Decarbonization & Net Zero

Can Renewable Energy Sources Power the World? (OpenLearn)

Examines whether renewable technologies (solar, wind, hydro, etc.) can realistically replace fossil fuels and addresses grid intermittency and storage.

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The Open University (UK) – OpenLearn

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Self-Paced

Flexible schedule

Approximately 8 hours

Time to complete

No Certificate

Free (free Statement of Participation)

Global

Available worldwide

What You Will Learn

✓Renewable energy technologies

✓grid integration challenges

✓storage options

✓global energy outlook.

About This Course

Examines whether renewable technologies (solar, wind, hydro, etc.) can realistically replace fossil fuels and addresses grid intermittency and storage.

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Verified Jun 2026; search 'Can renewable energy sources power the world' on openlearn.open.ac.uk

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