Course overview
Biomass & Waste-to-Energy is an introduction that builds a solid working knowledge in Biomass & Waste-to-Energy. It covers the principles, the requirements of IEC, ISO 50001, GHG Protocol and IEA guidance, and the practical methods used on site, with case studies from operations in the Gulf, Africa and worldwide. Available online, in the classroom in 60 cities, or in-house.
What participants will be able to do
- Explain the principles, terminology and scope of Biomass & Waste-to-Energy
- Apply the relevant requirements of IEC, ISO 50001, GHG Protocol and IEA guidance
- Use practical tools, checklists and calculations with confidence
- Recognise common problems, risks and root causes and choose the right corrective action
- Prepare an improvement plan for their own site or organisation
Who should attend
Designed for power plant staff, energy managers, sustainability teams and engineers, new joiners and anyone who needs a solid grounding in the subject.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Principles and terminologyScope, key definitions and how Biomass & Waste-to-Energy fits into daily operations
- Day 2: Codes, standards and requirementsWhat IEC, ISO 50001, GHG Protocol and IEA guidance require, and how to read them
- Day 3: Methods, tools and calculationsStep-by-step methods, checklists and worked examples
- Day 4: Operation, inspection and common problemsTypical failures, warning signs and what to do about them
- Day 5: Case studies, workshop and assessmentGroup exercise on real cases and a final knowledge check
What the 10-day edition adds
- Day 6: Applied project, part 1Apply the week-one methods to a case from your organisation
- Day 7: Data and digital toolsSoftware, spreadsheets and digital tools used in practice
- Day 8: Lessons from incidents and auditsWhat investigations and audit findings teach
- Day 9: Applied project, part 2Complete, test and refine your solution
- Day 10: Presentations and final assessmentPresent to the group and complete the final assessment
Training method and certificate
Interactive sessions, practical exercises, case studies and pre- and post-course assessments. Participants receive a Qimma Global Training certificate of completion stating the training hours (30 hours for 5 days, 60 hours for 10 days). Delivered in English or Arabic.
Dates 2027–2030
None of these dates work? We run this course for your team on the date and in the place you choose.
| Dates | City | Duration | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15–19 Feb 2027 | Brussels Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 24 May – 4 Jun 2027 | Kigali Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 18–22 Jul 2027 | Salalah Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 18–29 Oct 2027 | Munich Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 29 Nov – 3 Dec 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 10–14 Jan 2028 | Luanda Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 17–28 Jan 2028 | Edinburgh Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 20–24 Feb 2028 | Dammam Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 16–27 Apr 2028 | Cairo Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 28 Aug – 1 Sep 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 26 Feb – 2 Mar 2029 | Brussels Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 26 Mar – 6 Apr 2029 | Athens Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 23–27 Apr 2029 | Toronto Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 28 May – 8 Jun 2029 | Casablanca Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 19–23 Nov 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 7–11 Jan 2030 | Zurich Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 14–25 Apr 2030 | Kuwait City Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 23–27 Sep 2030 | Dublin Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 7–18 Oct 2030 | Houston Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 21–25 Oct 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |