Pryluky Technical Professional College Joins European Initiatives for Training Specialists in Nearly Zero-Energy Buildings
Recently, a scientific and practical seminar entitled “Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Sources: Modern Approaches and Prospects” was held at the Pryluky Technical Professional College.
As part of the event, a presentation was delivered by Olena Shelimanova, Associate Professor of the Department of Energy Systems Engineering at the National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine (NUBiP of Ukraine). She presented the outcomes of two years of work carried out by the team of the Institute of Energy, Automation and Energy Saving of the National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine within the framework of the international LIFE22-CET-NS4nZEBs Project “New Skills for Nearly Zero Energy Buildings.”
The speaker emphasized that, in accordance with the requirements of the EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), all new buildings, as well as those undergoing deep renovation, must comply with nearly zero-energy standards.
The main objective of the NS4nZEBs Project is to train a larger number of highly qualified specialists in the fields of photovoltaic systems, smart electrical grids, heat pumps, and energy storage systems. The programme covers all stages of a building’s life cycle — from design and installation to operation and maintenance.
To date, eight Ukrainian specialists have already successfully completed the pilot training and obtained professional qualification certificates recognized in all European Union countries. The same certificates will also be available to other interested professionals upon completion of an open training course scheduled for March 2026.
At the conclusion of her presentation, Olena Shelimanova invited lecturers and students of the college to join the educational programmes within the framework of the LIFE22-CET-NS4nZEBs Project and take advantage of the opportunity to enhance or expand their professional qualifications.