Energy Economics: Energy Transition and Society

The energy transition is taking place rapidly in the face of urgent needs for climate change mitigation, supply security, and decarbonization. It is a comprehensive transformation of the global energy system, shifting from fossil-based energy production and consumption - such as oil, natural gas, and coal - to renewable energy sources like wind, solar and hydropower. This transition is driven by the urgent need to mitigate climate change, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and ensure a sustainable and secure energy future. It profoundly influences society, offering both opportunities and challenges through economic growth, public health, the labor market, fairness, and so. Addressing these aspects is crucial to ensure that the shift to sustainable energy sources is inclusive and just. Therefore, there is a demand for educated human resources that do research and develop policies in this area. The Energy Economics PhD summer schools will take a role in teaching how to use economic theory, energy modeling, and computational tools for research to address this contemporary global challenge. 

The course will provide a platform for students to present their research topics, discuss their ideas with scholars, and receive feedback. Students will receive help from- and discuss their ideas with senior researchers and other PhD students who are accepted to the course. 

Coverage

The course will cover the basic macroeconomic and microeconomic theory, the fundamentals of energy economics, energy consumption, energy justice, quantitative and qualitative methods, policy implementations, and the assessment of energy transition-related energy policies.

Format

The format of the program will include lectures, keynote speeches, excursions, poster presentations of the students' research ideas, discussions of the policies, and interaction with senior researchers. 

Who Should Apply

Our Summer School is relevant to PhD students who are studying energy economics and who particularly want to have a career by doing research in the energy sector or energy field. 

About the Climate Change and Policy Division

How to Apply

Send your application to phdcourse@man.dtu.dk, including:
Title of this summer school, 1-page description of your PhD project, and your CV.
Deadline: 1 May 2026 (or until filled, earlier application is suggested for non-EU applicants).

Fees:
MSc and PhD Students: 6000.- DKK (800€)
Academia and SMEs: 8500.- DKK (1140€)
Large industries (nonSMEs): 16,000.- DKK (2150€)

Course List and Weekly Program (June 1-5, 2026)