Synthetic fuels
Industrial Technologies and Processes for the Energy Transition
Description
This course aims to provide a detailed and rigorous overview of synthetic fuel production to address the decarbonization of industrial sectors and, most notably, passenger and freight transport.
It will explore all types of synthetic fuels intended to replace, at least partially, fossil fuels, as well as the various technologies available: synthesis gas, biogas, bioalcohols, green hydrogen, and more. It will also provide an overview of emerging innovative technologies in this industry.
Successful examples already in operation will be presented, and the economic viability of these processes will also be studied, both in the European and US contexts.
Objectives
Provide an overview of the synthetic fuels industry and its role in decarbonizing the economy.
Study the different synthetic fuels, their raw materials, and corresponding production technologies.
Discuss, based on available technologies and ongoing processes, the respective technoeconomic analyses.
Learning outcomes and type of achievement
Upon completion of this course, those who have completed it will:
- Be able to analyse technical information related to synthetic fuels and their associated technologies.
- Be able to study any of these technologies in depth based on the rigorous foundations provided in this course.
- Be familiar with the current situation of this industrial sector, the public policy frameworks that support it, and the corresponding cost analyses.
Access prerequisites and admission criteria
University degree in a science field (chemistry, physics) or engineering
Advanced vocational training in technological areas within the chemical, energy, or environmental sectors
Age requirement: between 25 and 64 years.
Level of learning experience according to EQF European Qualifications Framework
Level 6 EQF
ESCO, European Skills, Competences, Qualifications and Occupations competency frameworks
S2.1 Conducting studies, investigations, and examinations to increase knowledge and understanding, diagnose problems or identify needs and requirements.
0711. Ingeniería y Procesos Químicos (Chemical Process Engineering)
0712 Environmental protection technology
Evaluation tests
- Written evaluations: 1. Multiple Choice Examinations
- Written evaluations: 3. Brief questions
- Written evaluations: 7. Analysis of examination cases
Activity directed to
- University student
- Students not from university
- Teachers
- Professionals
Organised by
In collaboration with
Directors
Pedro Luis Arias Ergueta
EHU
Speakers
Iker Aguirrezabal Telleria
PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of the Basque Country (2013). His main research work has focused on heterogeneous catalysis, always with the aim of searching for renewable energy and compounds. He did his grade studies at the University of the Basque Country (2006) and his Master’s degree at the University of Groningen (2009, The Netherlands). In addition, after completing his PhD, he worked as a researcher at the University of California Berkeley (USA) between 2014 and 2017. After returning, he obtained a teaching position at the Faculty of Engineering in 2018. Much of this work has been published in 30 scientific articles and he has participated in more than 15 national and international projects. He has also obtained research awards in different conferences and even in research projects at European level.
Pedro Luis Arias Ergueta
EHU
V Laura Barrio Cagigal
School of Engineering (UPV/EHU)
Aitziber Iriondo Hernández
Juan Carlos Latasa López
Alexander López Urionabarrnetxea
Registration fees
If the microcredential has already started there will be no refund of the enrolment fee.
| Registration | Until 21-05-2026 |
|---|---|
| 423,98 EUR |
| Insurance | Until 21-05-2026 |
|---|---|
| 4,00 EUR |
Venue
Bilbao Engineering School - Building II
Paseo Rafael Moreno "Pitxitxi", n. 2/3. 48013 - Bilbao
Bizkaia
Bilbao Engineering School - Building II
Paseo Rafael Moreno "Pitxitxi", n. 2/3. 48013 - Bilbao
Bizkaia
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