Energy Law

General characterization

Prerequisites

Not Applicable

Bibliography

Not Applicable

Teaching method

A mixture of theoretical-practical lessons and individual and group reflections in class, allowing students not only to acquire knowledge about

the subject matter, but also to develop competences and skills relevant to their future.

Evaluation method

Students will be assessed based on a continuous evaluation model consisting of the following parts:

(a) Participation during classes - 20%

(b) Individual exercises - 40%

(c) Group exercises - 40%

Note regarding final exams: Students retain the right to be assessed based on a written final exam, in which they may have to answer multiple-choice and/or open questions on topics related to the learning outcomes described above. Final grades will be announced within two weeks of the exam day.

Subject matter

Part I - Introduction to the course and Energy Law

1. What is Energy Law? 

Part II – Foundations of Energy Law

2. Introduction to International Energy Law

3. Introduction to EU Energy Law

4. Introduction to Portuguese Energy Law

Part III. Energy Market Regulation

5. Regulation of Production and Renewables 

6. Regulation of Transmission and Distribution System

7. Regulation of Wholesale markets

8. Regulation of Retail Markets & Consumers

Part IV. Energy Law and Recent Debates

11. Energy Law, State Aid and Support Schemes 

10. Energy Law and the Ocean Governance: Challenges of Portuguese Wind offshores ambitious

Part V. Workshop and Mentorship

Programs

Programs where the course is taught: