Case Studies and Best Practices in energy

Climate change is one of the most pressing global challenges of our time, significantly affecting environmental, economic, and social systems. The increasing concentration of greenhouse gases leads to rising average temperatures, more frequent extreme weather events (such as floods, droughts, and hurricanes), ecosystem degradation, and threats to energy and food security. This necessitates a comprehensive approach to both climate change mitigation and adaptation at global, national, and regional levels.

The energy sector is one of the key sources of greenhouse gas emissions; therefore, its transformation plays a crucial role in achieving climate goals. Key directions include energy decarbonization, improving energy efficiency, deploying renewable energy sources, developing innovative technologies, and shaping effective climate policy. At the same time, adaptation measures aimed at increasing the resilience of energy systems to climate risks are becoming increasingly important.

The course “Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation: Case Studies and Best Practices in Energy (CCM&A EN)” is designed to provide students with a systemic understanding of mitigation and adaptation processes in the energy sector. It integrates interdisciplinary approaches, including environmental, economic, technological, and policy aspects, enabling the development of comprehensive solutions in the field of sustainable development.

The course covers modern decarbonization strategies, international and national experience (including climate commitments and nationally determined contributions), as well as approaches to developing climate action plans tailored to regional and sectoral specifics. Special attention is given to the integration of knowledge from different disciplines, the analysis of best practices in the energy sector, and their application in real-world contexts.

The course aims to raise students’ awareness of current climate challenges, develop skills in evaluating mitigation and adaptation strategies, and support the design of effective solutions for reducing emissions and enhancing the resilience of energy systems.

The course is delivered in a blended learning format (combining online and offline components) and lasts one semester. It is aimed at developing professional competencies of master’s students in accordance with the educational programme.