Renewable Energy Policy and Management

Renewable Energy Policy and Management examines the strategic, regulatory, and managerial approaches that govern the global transition toward low-carbon, renewable energy sources. As the demand for clean, reliable, and affordable energy surges, this course delves into the policies, incentive structures, and planning frameworks that drive investments in solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal, and biomass resources. Students will learn how governments, international organizations, and private-sector actors collaborate, compete, and innovate to scale up renewable energy deployment, while navigating economic constraints, technological challenges, and sociopolitical contexts.
Learners will analyze case studies of policy successes and failures, investigating how different regions incentivize renewables through subsidies, feed-in tariffs, auctions, and carbon pricing. They will explore the complexities of integrating variable renewables into electricity grids, securing financing for new projects, and addressing environmental and social impacts. By the end of the course, students will be able to assess policy options, propose effective management strategies, and contribute to a more sustainable and equitable global energy landscape.