EXECUTIVE TRAINING GOVERNING ENERGY TRANSITIONS

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1 EXECUTIVE TRAINING GOVERNING ENERGY TRANSITIONS

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3 GOVERNING ENERGY TRANSITIONS FOR TOMORROW Switzerland is planning an ambitious energy transition with far-reaching social, technological and economic consequences. As a result of this transition, industry leaders are faced with significant challenges to redesign their infrastructure, strategically reposition vis-à-vis new market entrants, realize political goals and adapt their business models to disruptive innovations. In this program participants develop a thorough understanding of governing the social and technical dimensions of the energy transition, as well as the competencies required to apply this knowledge at the local level. Specific attention is paid to the facilitating role of utility companies, disruptive innovations, governance structures and regulatory frameworks. Understanding these topics from a broader socio-technical perspective enables managers to align their strategies and business models accordingly. The aim of the modules is to facilitate a dialogue between an international group of industry experts, government officials and academics from domains such as energy, transportation and ICT. Specifically, we leverage the strengths of our partner organizations to equip industry leaders with the knowledge and network to address their professional challenges. Expert input from our industry partners ensures the relevance and local applicability of the lessons learned throughout the modules. While our government and regulatory partners provide invaluable insights regarding the future of network and market regulation. Prof. Dr. Matthias Finger Chair Management of Network Industries Director Institute of Technology & Public Policy École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne «The energy transition can only succeed as a collective effort of all stakeholders involved. Our Executive Training facilitates this process.» Prof. Dr. Matthias Finger 3

4 PROGRAM ORGANIZATION PERSONAL & FLEXIBLE WHO SHOULD ATTEND The program targets managers in the following types of organizations, with the goal of connecting key stakeholders of the Swiss energy transition: 1. Utility companies play a crucial role in facili- tating the energy transition, for example at the urban level through the development of smart grids. Utilities are in a strong position to lev- erage their physical infrastructure and social networks. Swisspower Ltd., the association of the major Swiss utilities, is an active partner in this Executive Training program. 2. Public administrators, municipalities, urban and cantonal energy offices are facing an increasingly polycentric system, as new market players, changing stakeholder roles and technological innovations are challenging existing governance structures and regulatory frameworks. 3. Producers and suppliers of utility companies are directly impacted by policies, support schemes and regulations. Understanding changes to the energy system from a broader perspective enables managers to align their strategies and business models accordingly. 1Get a complete overview of the uncertainties underlying the Swiss Energy Strategy, as well as tools to make better investment decisions under these uncertainties. PARTICIPANT BENEFITS 4

5 GOVERNING ENERGY TRANSITIONS CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS Specific attention is paid to the Swiss Energy Strategy 2050, possible transition pathways and relevant uncertainties. State-of-the art in the development of urban technologies and practices. New business models associated with the convergence of smart infrastructures at the urban level. Implications of future network regulation, sector regulation and market design options are explored. Long-term developments of gas and electricity infrastructures in Switzerland. Strategic implications of network convergence in electricity, gas, heat, transport and the ICTs Gain state-of-the-art knowledge of network convergence at the urban level, as well as of disruptive innovations driving this convergence. Develop a deeper understanding of future network and market regulation in an increasingly complex and competitive industry. Obtain a set of tools, theories and frameworks that help to strategically reposition your organization and facilitate the creation of innovative business models. Gain the insight required to select novel technologies and identify value-added strategic alliances with new entrants to boost your organization s performance. 5

6 PROGRAM OVERVIEW MODULE 1: MANAGING THE NUCLEAR PHASE-OUT AND HIGH SHARES OF RENEWABLES Energy strategy 2050 and transition pathways Aligning our understanding of the Swiss energy transition Technological implications of integrating high shares of renewables The pros and cons of energy transition models The European and Swiss regulatory landscape CKW, LUZERN - 25/26 JANUARY MODULE 2: URBAN TRANSITION MANAGEMENT AND BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Demand-side management Network convergence: energy, transport, ICT and built environment The role of storage technologies for short, medium and seasonal periods Business model innovation for network convergence SIG, GENEVA - 19/20 APRIL MODULE 3: MULTI-LEVEL GOVERNANCE AND TRANSITION INTERACTIONS Decentralization and digitization of the energy system The impact of mobility, land use and the environment on the energy transition The interaction between communal, cantonal and federal governance The political landscape for a successful energy transition EWB, BERN - 14/15 JUNE MODULE 4: FUTURE MARKET DESIGN, NETWORK REGULATION AND POLICY CHANGES De- and re-regulation of network industries Market design options in relation to the European electricity market Market liberalization and innovation Political goals and long-term developments in gas and electricity Round-table discussion with policymakers and regulators EPFL, LAUSANNE - 20/21 SEPTEMBER Please refer to our website for the complete lecturer overview and additional details. 6

7 TESTIMONIALS «Participating in this course was of great value to me. It gave me updated information on the newest matter on the energy transition as well as the possibility to interact with motivated participants and top lecturers coming from all kind of horizons. A very good opportunity to step back and think strategically, I highly recommend it.» Laurent Balsiger, Head of Energy, Canton de Vaud «The GET program provided excellent insights into the diverse and interrelated aspects of the challenges of the ongoing energy transition. It is a great opportunity to discuss and exchange ideas with experts from academia, business and authorities. I gained valuable learnings on the interplay of technology, business and regulation and how to best address these dependencies.» Thomas Reinthaler, Head of Market Development and Economics, Swissgrid «What I found most appealing was that the course took into account the technological, societal and legal perspectives as well. GET allows professionals from different companies to come together in a common platform, providing unique networking opportunities and exchanges. I thus strongly recommend this course to all those who would like to contribute to the energy transition.» Swati Rastogi Mayor, Head of Customer Relationship, Services industriels de Lausanne «GET is a very interesting platform to think together with experts about the transformations needed to reach the energy transition objectives. GET permits us to prepare ourselves for the complexity of the future energy market and is making the energy transition possible.» Robert Völki, Head of Strategical Projects, Services Industriels de Genève 7

8 DIPLOMA OPTIONS ACCREDITED BY EPFL CREATE YOUR OWN STUDY PROGRAM The organization of the Executive Training is based on the concepts of adult education: providing flexibility to professionals to select education modules that best meet their interests. Multiple education options and flexible personal study plans are offered to allow participants to retain their professional activity and work-life balance. Obtain a Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) by attending all four intensive two-day modules in an attractively priced offer. The CAS is fully accredited by EPFL. Only interested in some modules? We offer full flexibility in the selection of modules, and award a Certificate of Attendance for each module. DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE DURATION MODULES PRICE EPFL Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) Eight days over one year 4 CHF Individual module (certificate of attendance) 1 week 1 CHF All prices are excluding VAT. 9

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10 GENERAL INFORMATION ENROLLMENT PROCEDURE START This program runs on an annual basis, starting in January. DURATION Flexible study programs allow for the completion of a Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) within one year, or the attendance of individual modules. LANGUAGE English LOCATIONS All the modules are organized at various locations in Switzerland. This varies from the EPFL campus to selected utility companies ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS Bachelor s or Master s Degree. Professional working experience. Registration deadline for individual modules is one month before their starting date. FURTHER INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION Photography Alpiq: cover, page 2 and 9 EPFL: page 3 Swisspower Ltd.: page 11 Willem van Valkenburg: page 11 EPFL, Lausanne, October

11 ABOUT EPFL EPFL is Europe s most cosmopolitan technical university with students, professors and staff from more than 120 nations. A dynamic environment, open to Switzerland and the world, EPFL is centered on three missions: teaching, research and technology transfer. EPFL works together with an extensive network of partners, including other universities and institutes of technology, developing and emerging countries, secondary schools and colleges, industry and economy, political circles and the general public, to offer real impact for society. ABOUT MIR Chair Management of Network Industries (MIR) studies the de- and re-regulation, governance and management of network industries, i.e., postal services, telecommunications, electricity, water distribution and sanitation, air transport and railways, with a special focus on the role ICT plays in both transforming and governing these industries. «We need to be working today towards ensuring tomorrow s renewable energy supply.» Ronny Kaufmann, CEO Swisspower Ltd. 11

12 Management of Network Industries EPFL-MIR Odyssea 215, Station 5 CH-1015 Lausanne Tel Fax get@epfl.ch Supported by: