COURSE OVERVIEW

Introduction to Energy Regulation: Modules I & II:

Are you new to energy regulation or looking to understand the fundamentals of EU energy policy and regulatory frameworks? This course is designed for you!

In Module I; Introduction To EU Energy Regulatory Framework and policy: you will gain an introduction to key institutions, stakeholders, and market dynamics in the sector, covering the EU energy regulatory framework and policy.

In Module II; Introduction to European Electricity and Gas Market Regulation: you will explore the fundamentals of European electricity and gas market regulation, including key aspects of EU electricity and gas regulation, the latest developments, theories, practices, and case studies in Europe.


20-23 May 2025, Brussels
ONSITE
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Benefits of the Course

Who should attend

This course is designed for newcomers to NRAs, European institutions, and other public authorities who are interested in gaining an understanding of the energy landscape.

Valuable insights

In-depth discussions during the course will cover:

  • the fundamentals of electricity and gas markets;
  • the functioning of the European energy market;
  • the basic principles of liberalised electricity and gas markets;
  • the priorities of the European vision;
  • insight into the energy transition.


Key take-aways

Participants will benefit from:

  • enhanced preparation to fulfil their responsibilities at their respective NRAs;
  • increased knowledge to conduct more effective analyses of European and National energy policies;
  • networking opportunities with colleagues from NRAs across Europe;
  • an array of valuable insights and information to bring back to your NRA;
  • Making the link between the
  • impact of energy crisis.


Practical Info

What's included?

  • CEER Academy Certificate 
  • Real life case studies
  • Hands-on assignments
  • Access to rich materials & workshop presentations
  • Group discussions & activities

Fees & Details

  • Format: Onsite
  • Training hours: 32
  • Days of training: 4
  • LEVEL: A
  • Course fees (for one module):
    €1200 or 2.5 training credits for members;
    €1500 for non-members
  • Language: English
  • Scholarship and reduced fees (see conditions)
  • Cancellation policy (see conditions)

Location

ONSITE - CEER Secretariat
Cours Saint-Michel 30a (5th floor)
B-1040 Brussels, Belgium

Registration Deadline

12 May 2025

Course Outline

This introductory course is focused on explaining the fundamentals of EU energy policy and regulation, building on similar successful courses held in previous years. It will comprehensively explain the key aspects of EU electricity and gas regulation, including the latest developments, theories, and practices across the energy cost chain, from wholesale markets to networks and retail issues.

Attendees will be provided with a clear understanding of the economic and legal frameworks that have been developed in European energy regulation, including an explanation of the main institutions and participants involved.

The course brings together CEER’s senior regulatory practical knowledge and expertise. By combining academic foundations and practical on-the-job regulatory experience, the course seeks to build the operational understanding, capacity, and tools for newer NRA staff members, which they can then apply in their work.

The course is ideally suited for newer staff members within National Regulatory Authorities (NRAs), European Institutions and other public authorities.

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Training Programme


12-16 May 2025
The first welcome online class will be held the week of 8-12 April.

Individual preparation for the course includes a literature review, reading materials and preparation of course work. The online session is dedicated to explaining what participants will be required to prepare for the assignments and associated deadlines. The session will also include a tour de table to understand what the participants’ expectations are and what they would like to learn during the training.

MODULE 1

CLASS 1 – 10:00-17:00 (CET) 20 MAY 2025
EU energy regulation and energy policy: the landscape 

CLASS 2 – 09:00-17:00 (CET) 21 MAY 2025
Introduction to the European legal framework for energy: logic and dynamics
Retail markets, consumer protection and future energy systems


MODULE 2

CLASS 3 – 09:00-17:00 (CET) 22 MAY 2025
Introduction to gas markets and grids – Principles and practices
Introduction to electricity markets and grids – Principles and practices

CLASS 4 – 09:00-16:30 (CET) 23 MAY 2025
Regulating electricity and gas monopolies and the link between energy and competition policies
cOURSE DIRECTOR

Johan Allonsius

Johan Allonsius currently serves as the Principal Advisor at CREG. His primary responsibility involves the analysis and approval of ex ante tariff proposals and ex post reporting for the Belgian transport network, storage installations, and LNG terminal infrastructure. Before joining CREG, he worked for more over 10 years in the mergers and acquisitions department of a major French bank.
Patrick Jones - Course author
Co-cOURSE DIRECTOR

Givi Adamia 

Givi Adamia is the Deputy Director of the Legal Department at the Georgian National Energy and Water Supply Regulatory Commission (GNERC) and an Assistant Professor at Caucasus University, School of Law. He specializes in energy law, competition law, and regulatory matters.
Givi has extensive experience in EU energy regulation, having worked on market design, investment frameworks, and enforcement of competition law in the energy sector. He co-authored key regulatory documents and has been actively involved in international collaborations.
He holds a PhD in Competition Law from Tbilisi State University and has conducted research on competition and energy law at various research institutions, including the University of Cologne under a DAAD scholarship. He has also participated in study visits and internships in multiple EU regulatory and academic institutions.
Patrick Jones - Course author
COURSE ADVISOR

Jorge Vasconcelos

The first chairman of the Portuguese Energy Regulatory Authority from 1996 to 2006, Jorge Vasconcelosco is also the founder, first chairman (2000-2005) and an honorary member of CEER. Additionally, he founded and was member of the executive committee of the Florence School of Regulation in 2003. Since 2007, he has chaired New Energy Solutions (NEWES) and has been an invited professor at the Technical University of Lisbon in the special programme MIT/Portugal on Sustainable Energy Systems.
Patrick Jones - Course author

Training Coordinator 

Rasha Zeina 
Training and Programme Coordinator

rasha.zeina@ceer.eu
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