Research Topics in Energy Economics

Energy Economics (Ski-)Seminar

Content

The module "Research Topics in Energy Economics" is a catalog module at the Faculty of Business and Economics and can be completed in bachelor's, master's or diploma programs. The aim of the module is to examine current topics in the energy economics and to work on them using scientific literature and state of the art methods. For this purpose, a seminar paper is written and graded as an individual work. Depending on the desired degree (BA/MA/DIPL), different requirements are placed on the seminar paper.

Current Topic: Simulation game electricity market of the future

As part of the seminar, position papers from selected stakeholders will be drafted on the basis of literature research and economic analyses, which will serve as the basis for a constructive and democratic dialog on the future of the electricity market.

List of Topics and Stakeholders:

Each topic is handled individually. The topics are selected in such a way that each student examines an independent set of tasks.

• Market splitting and nodal prices
  • Position of the State Chancellery of a federal state in the North
  • Position of the State Chancellery of a federal state in the South
  • Position of Grid Operators
  • Position of the Electricity Grid Regulator/ BDEW (Industry lobby)
  • Position of Wind Power Plant Operator
• Industry electricity price (price mechanism & cap)
  • Position of the Steel Industry
  • Position of the Chemical Industry
  • Position of the Consumer Protection Organization
  • Position of chamber of crafts (Handwerkskammer)
  • Position of the Ministry of Finance
• Capacity Market
  • Position of the Electricity Grid Regulator/ EU
  • Position of Grid Operators
  • Position of Gas Power Plant Operator
  • Position of Coal Power Plant Operator
  • Position of Environmental NGO
• Grid fees: dynamization and distribution
  • Position of the State Chancellery of a federal state in the North
  • Position of the State Chancellery of a federal state in the South
  • Position of Grid Operators
  • Position of the Electricity Grid Regulator/ des BDEW
  • Position of an Electrolyser Operator/ Flexibility Provider

The seminar is intended to facilitate an intensive debate on current energy industry issues with regard to adjustments to the electricity market design in combination with an attractive leisure program. The focus is on the question of which electricity market design guarantees a secure, cost-effective and environmentally friendly electricity supply even with a high proportion of renewable energies and which solutions the various social players would put on the table. In addition to the exchange of content, a friendly atmosphere will encourage participants to support each other and contribute to the development of a group dynamic. The energy management seminar will take place at the Söllerhaus in Kleinwalsertal (Austria).

Important notes

• By registering for the course, you commit to participate and pay a fee of €270 for accommodation with half board in the ski resort, which must be paid at the time of registration. In addition, you will be responsible for your own travel and recreational expenses (e.g. ski pass). The chair will try to obtain special discounts and assist in coordinating the group.
• Ski-week 06.-13. January 2024 (im Söllerhaus)

General Information

• Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Dominik Möst
• Contact person: Dimitrios Glynos
• Minimum number of participants: 10 Persons
• Maximum number of participants: 20 Persons
• Scope: Seminar paper as an individual assignment with 15 -20 pages of content (depending on degree: BA/MA/Dipl)
• ECTS Credits: 5
• The course takes place in the winter semester

For the detailed schedule and further information, please visit the OPAL group and register.