Numbering Code		Year/Term	2022 ・ First semester
Number of Credits	2	Course Type	Lecture
Target Year	Master's students	Target Student
Language	English	Day/Period	Fri.2
Instructor name	ISHIHARA KEIICHI (Graduate School of Energy Science Professor) MCLELLAN，Benjamin (Graduate School of Energy Science Professor) ARIVAZHAGAN　RAJENDRAN (Institute of Advanced Energy Senior Lecturer)
Outline and Purpose of the Course	To deepen the knowledge of carbon neutrality and discuss the barriers and strategies.
Course Goals	By the end of the course, students will have advanced knowledge and a high-level understanding of carbon neutrality.
Schedule and Contents	The course will cover the following topics over 15 weeks, including feedback. The order will be announced on the first day of class. (introduction) 1. Definition of carbon neutrality (measurements) 2. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and carbon neutrality 3. Carbon footprints - standards and methods (technology) 4-8. Technology for zero-carbon energy (I) (Non-carbon fuels and power) i) Solar energy ii) Wind energy iii) Geothermal energy iv) Biomass energy Materials for carbon-free energy production and conservation 9. Technology for zero-carbon energy (II) (CCS) 10. Negative-emissions technology (BECCS) 11. Energy Efficiency (policy – promotion mechanism) 12. Carbon offsets, carbon pricing 13. Sectoral approaches for net-zero emissions (ZEH, ZEB) 14. Policy for institutional innovation (National; International) 15. Feedback
Evaluation Methods and Policy	The evaluation is based upon these factors. Out of a possible 100 points: 1. Essays (60 points). 2. Class participation and short exercises (40 points). [evaluation policy] Will be evaluated according to the grade evaluation policy of the Graduate School of Energy Science
Course Requirements	No requirements
Study outside of Class (preparation and review)	Students are recommended to read the textbook in advance of the lectures.
Textbooks	Textbooks/References
References, etc.	Reference books will be introduced in class.