The Skill Development & Training, Infrastructure Management (SDT & IM) Division of NIWE has successfully conducted the Online International Training Course on "Wind Energy Technology" during 22nd November - 03rd December 2021, sponsored by Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India under e-ITEC programme. The course addressed all aspects of Wind Power starting from introduction to wind and its technology, wind resource assessment, installation and commissioning, Grid integration, operation and maintenance of wind farms, financial and policy aspects along with testing and certification of wind turbines. The course was attended by 36 participants from 18 ITEC countries, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ecuador, Guatemala, Kenya, Lebanon, Malaysia, Mauritius, Namibia, Panama, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Thailand, Uganda and Vietnam.
The training course was inaugurated virtually by Dr. K. Balaraman, Director General, NIWE in the presence of Course Coordinator Dr. P. Kanagavel, Director and Head, SDT & IM, NIWE on 22nd November 2021.
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| Dr. K. Balaraman delivering the inaugural address |
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| Participants during Inauguration |
During the 10 days of course, 20 lectures were scheduled. The course content of the training were handled by Scientists, Engineers of NIWE, wind turbine manufacturers and academicians from premier institutions, who have years of experience in the field.
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| Glimpse of lectures during training |
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| Participants explaining their country's energy status through presentation | |
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| Participants sharing their feedback |
Dr. K. Balaraman, Director General, NIWE delivered the Valedictory Address and distributed e-certificates virtually to the participants.
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| Virtual distribution of the Course Certificate |
The course structure and organization of training was highly appreciated by the participants. The participants were very much satisfied by the quality of lectures and support from the organizing team throughout the course.
