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The Department of Energy Transition is part of the Faculty of Spatial Economy and Regional Transformation at the University of Economics in Katowice. For more than 30 years, the Faculty’s academic staff has been engaged in research, teaching, and expert activities focused on strategic and regional studies, as well as spatial and environmental economics.

The Department of Energy Transition brings together a team of lawyers and economists who combine legal and economic expertise in research on just transition and the development of the green economy. The Department’s academic and expert achievements are highly regarded both in Poland and internationally in the fields of energy transition, energy law, and climate policy. The Head and Founder of the Department is Professor Marzena Czarnecka, former Minister of Industry of Poland.

The primary mission of the newly established Department of Energy Transition is to conduct research and projects related to the transformation of economies and energy networks, the analysis of energy efficiency and energy security, the deployment of new energy sources, the use of modern technologies in energy transition, as well as the development of legal and managerial regulatory frameworks. 

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The University of Pavia is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Europe, with academic traditions dating back to 1361. Located in the historic city of Pavia in Northern Italy, the University is internationally recognised for its excellence in research, interdisciplinary cooperation and global academic engagement. Today, it is a comprehensive research university covering a wide range of disciplines, including law, economics, engineering, life sciences and public policy. The University of Pavia actively promotes international collaboration and contributes to academic debates on sustainability, energy transition and climate governance through its extensive network of researchers and institutional partnerships.

Link: https://en.unipv.it/en

Abu Dhabi University is one of the leading higher education institutions in the Middle East, recognised for its strong commitment to academic excellence, innovation and sustainable development. Through its international partnerships and research initiatives, the University actively contributes to global discussions on energy transition, climate policy, sustainability and technological innovation. The College of Law at Abu Dhabi University has developed a growing international profile in the fields of energy law, climate law and sustainability governance, fostering cooperation between academia, policymakers and industry stakeholders from different regions of the world. The University’s engagement in global research networks reflects its commitment to addressing contemporary challenges through interdisciplinary and internationally oriented scholarship.

Link https://www.adu.ac.ae

The European Federation of Energy Law Associations (EFELA) is the leading European network dedicated to the development of energy law and energy policy research. Bringing together national energy law associations, academics, legal practitioners, regulators and industry experts from across Europe, EFELA promotes research, education and professional dialogue on the legal and regulatory dimensions of the energy sector. The Federation plays an important role in supporting international cooperation and advancing discussion on energy transition, climate law, energy justice and the future evolution of energy markets. Through conferences, publications and research initiatives, EFELA contributes to strengthening legal and regulatory frameworks necessary for a secure, sustainable and competitive energy future.

LINK: https://www.efela.eu