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The Skill Development & Training and Infrastructure Management (SDT & IM) Division of NIWE has successfully conducted the 3rd International Online Training Course on "Wind and Solar Resource Assessment" conducted between 10th to 21st October 2022, sponsored by Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India under e-ITEC programme. The Course addressed all aspects of Wind and Solar resource assessment in a focused manner along with a brief introduction to wind and solar technology.
Twenty two participants were selected for this course and 14 participants from 11 different countries (Afghanistan, Bhutan, Bolivia, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Kenya, Mauritius, Myanmar, Philippines and Sri Lanka) had attended the course.
The training course was inaugurated by Dr. K. Balaraman, Director General, NIWE in the presence of the Course Coordinator Dr. P. Kanagavel, Director and Head, SDT & IM, NIWE on 10th October 2022. ITEC Film was played after the welcome address delivered by Course Coordinator.
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| Dr. P. Kanagavel delivering the welcome address |
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| Participants during Inauguration |
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| Dr. K. Balaraman delivering the inaugural address |
During the 10 days of course, 18 lectures were programmed. The course content of the training were handled by Engineers of NIWE, academicians from premier institutions and from the wind & solar industry, who have many years of experience in the field.
| Glimpse of lectures during training |
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| Participants explaining their country’s energy status through presentation |
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| Valedictory Function |
Course Coordinator Dr. P. Kanagavel, Director and Head, Skill Development and Training & Infrastructure Management, NIWE delivered the valedictory address and distributed e-certificates to the participants.
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| Virtual distribution of the Course Certificate |
The way in which the course was structured and the consequent delivery of lectures were highly appreciated by the participating group. Also the participants had admired and applauded the organizing team for the smooth conduct of the course.