OAFP 5725 - From Energy Union to the Green Deal

Will the European Union survive climate change and its dependence on Russian energy? To overcome this key twin-challenge to its people, economy and freedom, the European Union is attempting to perform its transition towards a clean energy future. This course highlights the stakes of this European energy transition, from a historical, political and economic perspective. It presents an overview of the content of the EU policies that impact the energy transition: climate, energy, transport, research and innovation, social, EU budget, investment and geopolitics. It takes stock of its impact on businesses, workers, and citizens –including Europeans who experience energy poverty. The course is made of lectures, case studies, a Simulation Game and writing a policy paper.

Thomas PELLERIN-CARLIN

Cours magistral seul

English

The student will need around 1hour/week to read and understand the content of the required readings from some sessions –on average, a 5-15 page document, or short videos. Preparation is required for the policy-paper (from 10 to 30 hours, depending on the student).

Basic knowledge on the European Union

Autumn 2022-2023

Policy paper, a written homework on a topic chosen by each student –in accordance with the Professor (70%) Students receive written and oral guidance throughout the semester. After submission, students may ask a bilateral feedback from the teacher, on the policy paper. Simulation Game, to assess the students' capacity to act as EU policy makers (30%)

The course will be made of lectures from the Professor (60%), a simulation game (10%). case studies / breakout exercises / intervention from guest speakers, including EU policy makers, start-upers, NGO activists and businesses. (30%).