Study Abroad: Iceland
Iceland: Fire & Ice—Exploring Renewable Energy Innovation & Sustainability
May 13–21, 2024
Please note: CLC is no longer accepting applications for this study abroad program. New trips for the 2024-2025 school year will be announced this summer!
The Iceland Green program is an intensive 8-day program focused on Renewable Energy and Sustainability, in partnership with Iceland School of Energy at Reykjavik University. Participants will learn about how the country is utilizing innovative geothermal energy and hydro power technologies and putting these to work in the circular economy, food production, carbon sequestration and capture, and renewable fuel production.
Icelandic adventure excursions include super jeeping, glacier walks, caving, glacier snorkeling, hot springs and Golden Circle tour. Credit from RU, exclusive access and private tours to Iceland's leading hydroelectric, geothermal and bio-fuel facilities.
- HET 294: Green Building & Energy Sustainability (3 credits)
This course provides an introduction to “Green Building” within the LEED certification process. Other topics related to sustainability will be covered including conservation, insulation, weatherization and renewable energy technologies such as wind, solar and geothermal systems.
Information sessions
TBD
Cost: $5,675*
*Trip cost subject to change due to unanticipated changes in currency exchange rate, airline and accommodation variations.
Cost includes:
- round-trip airfare
- airport pickup and transfers
- professional guides
- faculty lectures at Reykjavik University
- housing
- insurance
- all meals
- in-country transportation
Cost excludes:
- College of Lake County tuition and fees
- passport fees
- incidental/personal expenses
- optional excursions
- additional meals
- travel medicine
Cost includes:
- TGP alumni benefits (post program, TGP alumni receive lifetime access to weekly sustainability job postings, professional development workshops, sustainability career coach, alumni-exclusive travel opportunities, networking, mentorship and more.
- pre-program education materials and travel resources
- cultural excursions/activities (as arranged for this program)
- 1.5 academic credits and transcript from Reykjavik University's School of Science and Engineering
- program facility tours to renewable energy power plants
- capstone project facilitation
- adventure excursions
Application deadline: November 30, 2023
Apply Online via the Education Abroad Portal
Withdrawal information: Your deposit and other fees are refundable if you withdraw from the program no later than December 8, 2023. Withdrawals must be made in writing and submitted to wwloch@clcillinois.edu.
Scholarship information
Study abroad scholarships are available through the Department of Global Engagement for eligible participants. To be considered for a scholarship, applicants must have already applied and been accepted to the study abroad program.
Scholarship deadline: Sunday, January 27, 2024
Travel Questions?
Faculty Leader : Allan Levandowski
Professor Emeritus, Heating and AC Engineering Technology
(847) 543-2000
eng580@clcillinois.edu
| Payment | Amount | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
| First Payment | $500 | Due at time of application (No later than Nov. 30, 2023) |
| Second Payment | $1,700 | Jan. 9, 2024 |
| Third Payment | $1,385 | Feb. 13, 2024 |
| Final Payment | $800 | Mar. 1, 2024 |
The Green Program (TGP)
There is something to be said for having the opportunity to get up close and personal with your academics, interests and passions: it is a critical step that is missing from academics. We use the world as our classroom and strive to give meaning and purpose to education, adventure and life.