Track 1
What is one of the major challenges faced during the end-of-life phase of solar plants?
The recycling and disposal of old PV modules.
What document outlines the total cost, timeline, and resources required for a project?
The project plan
In which city and country is Student Energy (headquarters) based?
Vancouver, Canada
What is the primary energy source used for transportation globally?
Oil
What does PV stand for in the context of solar power systems?
Photovoltaic
What key element of project planning helps measure progress toward goals?
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Student Energy and Ørsted partnered on the ______ Project, which aims to understand the needs of young people in the energy transition.
Energy Transition Skills
What technology is commonly used to capture carbon emissions from power plants and industrial processes?
Carbon capture and storage (CCS)
What component stores energy in a solar power system for use when the sun is not shining?
The battery or energy storage system.
What is a separate legal entity created to carry out a specific project or investment?
A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV)
Name 3 of the 7 programs offered by Student Energy.
Chapters, Sevengen, SES, SE Fellowship, Research & Youth Engagement, Career Training, Guided Projects
Which greenhouse gas is most commonly associated with the combustion of fossil fuels?
Carbon dioxide (CO₂)
What tool is commonly used to analyze the financial feasibility of a solar project?
Net present value (NPV) or return on investment (ROI) analysis.
What key project management function compares actual performance with planned performance and takes corrective actions?
Project Control
Student Energy's unique, accessible tool designed to be a universal entry point for learning about the world’s current energy system and identifying ways you can take action is called?
Energy System Map
The shift from fossil fuel-based energy systems to renewable and low-carbon energy sources is commonly known as:
Energy Transition