Career Path
Energy Storage Engineer
Design and optimize renewable energy storage systems, focusing on battery technologies and grid integration.
Renewable Energy Consultant
Advise businesses on implementing renewable energy storage solutions to reduce carbon footprints and energy costs.
Grid Integration Specialist
Develop strategies to integrate renewable energy storage into existing power grids, ensuring stability and efficiency.
Research Scientist (Energy Storage)
Conduct cutting-edge research on advanced materials and technologies for renewable energy storage applications.
Project Manager (Renewable Energy)
Oversee renewable energy storage projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to sustainability goals.
Why this course?
The Postgraduate Certificate in Applications of Renewable Energy Storage is a critical qualification in today’s market, addressing the growing demand for skilled professionals in the renewable energy sector. With the UK aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, renewable energy storage has become a cornerstone of the energy transition. According to recent statistics, the UK’s renewable energy capacity reached 48.9 GW in 2023, with solar and wind energy contributing significantly. Energy storage systems are essential to managing the intermittent nature of these sources, ensuring grid stability and energy security.
The chart below illustrates the growth of renewable energy capacity in the UK from 2018 to 2023, highlighting the increasing reliance on storage solutions:
| Year |
Renewable Energy Capacity (GW) |
| 2018 |
42.2 |
| 2019 |
43.8 |
| 2020 |
45.1 |
| 2021 |
46.3 |
| 2022 |
47.5 |
| 2023 |
48.9 |
This qualification equips learners with advanced knowledge in
energy storage technologies, such as battery systems, hydrogen storage, and thermal storage, aligning with industry needs. Professionals with this expertise are well-positioned to drive innovation and support the UK’s renewable energy goals.
Who should apply?
| Audience Profile |
Why This Course is Ideal |
UK-Specific Relevance |
| Engineering Graduates |
Gain specialised knowledge in renewable energy storage systems, a critical skill for the UK's net-zero 2050 target. |
Over 400,000 people work in the UK's low-carbon and renewable energy economy, with demand for skilled professionals rising by 20% annually. |
| Energy Sector Professionals |
Enhance your expertise in energy storage applications, a key component of the UK's transition to sustainable energy. |
Renewable energy accounted for 42% of the UK's electricity generation in 2022, highlighting the need for advanced storage solutions. |
| Policy Makers & Consultants |
Understand the technical and economic aspects of renewable energy storage to drive impactful decisions and strategies. |
The UK government has pledged £1 billion to support clean energy innovation, including storage technologies, by 2030. |
| Career Changers |
Transition into the growing renewable energy sector with a focus on storage, a field projected to create 200,000 new jobs in the UK by 2035. |
Over 60% of UK adults support renewable energy projects, reflecting a societal shift towards sustainable solutions. |
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