Climate Risk Assessment in the Energy Sector (with a case study in a specific energy sector or geographical region)

The course “Climate Risk Assessment in the Energy Sector (with a case study in a specific energy sector or geographical region)” is designed to provide participants with a systemic understanding of how climate change affects the functioning, reliability, and long-term resilience of energy systems, as well as to develop practical skills for designing effective adaptation solutions. The increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, changes in temperature regimes, water balance, and operating conditions of energy infrastructure create new risks for energy generation, transmission, and consumption. This necessitates a shift from reactive responses to strategic adaptation planning.
The course examines approaches to assessing climate risks, vulnerability, and the adaptive capacity of energy systems using climate, energy, and socio-economic data. Particular attention is given to the integration of climate information into strategic and investment planning processes in the energy sector, as well as to the selection of priority adaptation measures, taking into account technical, economic, and managerial constraints.
The course is tailored to the needs of energy sector professionals involved in planning, management, or modernization of energy facilities and systems. Upon completion of the course, participants will gain practical tools for designing and implementing adaptation strategies that enhance the resilience, efficiency, and sustainable development of energy systems under climate change conditions.