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Electrical Fundamentals for the Energy Transition by Dr. Curtis Boodoo

Dr. Curtis Boodoo

How is electricity generated, delivered to our homes, and connected to climate change?

In this Training and Mentorship series of the CZITT-UNICEF AI Energy and Climate Hackathon, participants explore the fundamentals of electricity and gain a deeper understanding of how energy systems operate, why electricity generation contributes to carbon emissions, and how smarter energy use can create a more sustainable future.

Presented by Dr. Curtis Boodoo of the Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC) and the University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT), this session provides students with the essential knowledge needed to build practical, data-driven energy solutions for the AI Energy Hackathon.

In this session you'll learn:

✅ Why the electricity sector plays a major role in climate change ✅ How electricity is generated, transmitted, and distributed ✅ The difference between AC and DC power ✅ Understanding voltage, current, resistance, and transformers ✅ How Trinidad and Tobago's electricity system operates ✅ Why peak electricity demand increases emissions and energy costs ✅ The future of electricity through smart grids and renewable energy ✅ Practical ways schools and households can reduce energy consumption

Students also discover how understanding electricity usage patterns can inspire innovative AI-powered solutions that improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.