Technological opportunities in maritime decarbonization
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The course is free of charge for doctoral students and early-career researchers in maritime studies.
| Date: | 26. - 29.05.2026 |
| Aim of the course: | The training is designed for PhD students and early-stage researchers seeking to expand their knowledge on current challenges and solutions in technological opportunities for shipping decarbonization. |
| Target group: | The course is intended for doctoral students and young researchers in maritime studies. |
| Prerequisites: | Basic knowledge of maritime technolgogies and a relevant background are recommended. |
| Topics: | The course consists of the following main components: - Overview of the decarbonization opportunitiess - Alternative fuels and energy sources - Maritime electrification - Winter navigation challenges - Training on research funding opportunities and proposal writing - Excursions and networking activites with industry experts |
| Study results: | Upon successful completion of the course, participants will obtain: - An overview of the technological possiblities in maritime decarbonization - Understanding of the effect of ice going vessel requirements to decarbonization - Understanding of the possibilities and challenges in maritime electrificaiton - Ability to assess the practical effects of transformation to alternative fuels |
| Assessment criteria: | Successful completion requires attendance of at least 90% of the sessions and contribution to group activities. |
| Learning outcomes: | Services |
| Course language: | in English |
| Volume: | lectures: 30 academic hours independent studies: 25 academic hours |
| Graduation document: | TalTech certificate |
| Lecturer: | o Ilkka Perälä o Anna Zmiievska o Maurice Jansen o Kati Lehtoranta o Ulla Tapaninen o Juhani Hyvärinen o Mia Elg o Janne Valkonen o Teemu Manderbacka o Arttu Polojärvi o Mikael Lind o Helena Orädd o Magnus Gustafsson o Markus Rautanen |
| Contact: | Kristel Rauk, kristel.rauk@taltech.ee |
| Remarks about the price: | Free course |
| Registration start: | 16.02.2026 00:00 |
| Registration deadline: | 11.05.2026 |
| Place: | Tekniikantie 14 (look up location on map) |
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