608.800 (22W) Energy economics: theory and policy
Overview
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- Lecturer
- Course title german Energy economics: theory and policy
- Type Lecture
- Course model Attendance-based course
- Hours per Week 2.0
- ECTS credits 4.0
- Registrations 55
- Organisational unit
- Language of instruction English
- possible language(s) of the assessment English
- Course begins on 04.10.2022
- eLearning Go to Moodle course
Time and place
Course Information
Intended learning outcomes
Based on micro economic theory this lecture provides an overview of key features and particularities of energy markets, including their environmental impact. Successful completion allows students a realistic assessment of topical developments in the context of the energy transition.
Teaching methodology
Lecture. Set of slides and additional material will be provided on moodle.
Course content
Basics of energy economics
Global energy demand and supply
Instances of market failure in energy markets
Regulation of grid-based fuels
Energy and sustainability
Energy-related indicators
Energy and environmental policy related instruments
Economics of renewable energy
Supply security
Energy and development
Topical energy policy issues
Prior knowledge expected
Good understanding of micro economics.
Curricular registration requirements
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Literature
Peter Zweifel, Aaron Praktiknjo, Georg Erdmann, Energy Economics, Theory and Applications. Springer, 2017.
Subhes C. Bhattacharyya, Energy Economics, Concepts, Issues, Markets and Governance. Springer, 2019.
Examination information
Examination methodology
Written exam.
Examination topic(s)
Lecture and additional material.
Assessment criteria / Standards of assessment for examinations
For passing at least 50% of the maximum score is required.
Grading scheme
Grade / Grade grading schemePosition in the curriculum
- Bachelor's degree programme Business Administration
(SKZ: 518, Version: 18W.1)
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Subject: Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
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20.1 SVWL Volkswirtschaftslehre I (
0.0h VO, KS, VC, SE / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 3., 4., 5., 6. Semester empfohlen
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20.1 SVWL Volkswirtschaftslehre I (
0.0h VO, KS, VC, SE / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
- Bachelor's degree programme Business Administration
(SKZ: 518, Version: 18W.1)
-
Subject: Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
-
20.2 SVWL Volkswirtschaftslehre II (
0.0h VO, KS, VC, SE / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 3., 4., 5., 6. Semester empfohlen
-
20.2 SVWL Volkswirtschaftslehre II (
0.0h VO, KS, VC, SE / 4.0 ECTS)
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Subject: Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
- Bachelor's degree programme Business Administration
(SKZ: 518, Version: 18W.1)
-
Subject: Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
-
20.3 SVWL Volkswirtschaftslehre III (
0.0h VO, KS, VC, SE / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 3., 4., 5., 6. Semester empfohlen
-
20.3 SVWL Volkswirtschaftslehre III (
0.0h VO, KS, VC, SE / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
- Bachelor's degree programme Business Administration
(SKZ: 518, Version: 18W.1)
-
Subject: Fach aus dem gebundenen Wahlfachbündel I
(Compulsory elective)
-
26.1 Lehrveranstaltung I (
0.0h VO, VC, KS, VI / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 4., 5., 6. Semester empfohlen
-
26.1 Lehrveranstaltung I (
0.0h VO, VC, KS, VI / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Fach aus dem gebundenen Wahlfachbündel I
(Compulsory elective)
- Bachelor's degree programme Business Administration
(SKZ: 518, Version: 18W.1)
-
Subject: Fach aus dem gebundenen Wahlfachbündel I
(Compulsory elective)
-
26.2 Lehrveranstaltung II (
0.0h VO, VC, KS, VI / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 4., 5., 6. Semester empfohlen
-
26.2 Lehrveranstaltung II (
0.0h VO, VC, KS, VI / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Fach aus dem gebundenen Wahlfachbündel I
(Compulsory elective)
- Bachelor's degree programme Business Administration
(SKZ: 518, Version: 18W.1)
-
Subject: Fach aus dem gebundenen Wahlfachbündel I
(Compulsory elective)
-
26.3 Lehrveranstaltung III (
0.0h VO, VC, KS, VI / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 4., 5., 6. Semester empfohlen
-
26.3 Lehrveranstaltung III (
0.0h VO, VC, KS, VI / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Fach aus dem gebundenen Wahlfachbündel I
(Compulsory elective)
- Bachelor's degree programme Business Administration
(SKZ: 518, Version: 18W.1)
-
Subject: Freie Wahlfächer
(Optional subject)
-
Freie Wahlfächer (
0.0h XX / 9.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 4., 5., 6. Semester empfohlen
-
Freie Wahlfächer (
0.0h XX / 9.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Freie Wahlfächer
(Optional subject)
- Bachelor's degree programme Applied Business Administration
(SKZ: 518, Version: 14W.3)
-
Subject: Vertiefung aus Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
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§10(1) Vertiefung aus Volkswirtschaftslehre (
2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
§10(1) Vertiefung aus Volkswirtschaftslehre (
2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Vertiefung aus Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
- Bachelor's degree programme Applied Business Administration
(SKZ: 518, Version: 14W.3)
-
Subject: Vertiefung aus Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
-
§10(1) Vertiefung aus Volkswirtschaftslehre (
2.0h KS / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
§10(1) Vertiefung aus Volkswirtschaftslehre (
2.0h KS / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Vertiefung aus Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
- Bachelor's degree programme Applied Business Administration
(SKZ: 518, Version: 14W.3)
-
Subject: Vertiefung aus Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
-
§10(1) Vertiefung aus Volkswirtschaftslehre (
2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
§10(1) Vertiefung aus Volkswirtschaftslehre (
2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Vertiefung aus Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
- Bachelor's degree programme Applied Business Administration
(SKZ: 518, Version: 14W.3)
-
Subject: Vertiefung aus Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
-
§10(1) Vertiefung aus Volkswirtschaftslehre (
2.0h KS / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
§10(1) Vertiefung aus Volkswirtschaftslehre (
2.0h KS / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Vertiefung aus Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
- Master's degree programme Applied Business Administration
(SKZ: 918, Version: 12W.4)
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Subject: Energy and Environmental Economics
(Compulsory elective)
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Energieökonomik: Theorie und Politik (
2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Energieökonomik: Theorie und Politik (
2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
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Subject: Energy and Environmental Economics
(Compulsory elective)
- Master's degree programme Business Administration
(SKZ: 918, Version: 22W.1)
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Subject: Freie Wahlfächer
(Optional subject)
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Freie Wahlfächer (
0.0h XX / 8.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Freie Wahlfächer (
0.0h XX / 8.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Freie Wahlfächer
(Optional subject)
- Master's degree programme Applied Business Administration
(SKZ: 918, Version: 12W.4)
-
Subject: Freie Wahlfächer
(Optional subject)
-
Freie Wahlfächer (
0.0h XX / 6.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Freie Wahlfächer (
0.0h XX / 6.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Freie Wahlfächer
(Optional subject)
- Besonderer Studienbereich Nachhaltigkeit
(SKZ: 999, Version: 12W.1)
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Subject: LV-Pool
(Compulsory elective)
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Nachhaltigkeit (
4.0h SE / 8.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Nachhaltigkeit (
4.0h SE / 8.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: LV-Pool
(Compulsory elective)
- Master's degree programme Geography and Regional Studies: Regional Transformations
(SKZ: 855, Version: 22W.1)
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Subject: Energiemanagement und -technik
(Compulsory elective)
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16.1 Energiemanagement und - technik 1 (
0.0h VO, VC, SE / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
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16.1 Energiemanagement und - technik 1 (
0.0h VO, VC, SE / 4.0 ECTS)
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Subject: Energiemanagement und -technik
(Compulsory elective)
- Master's degree programme Information Management
(SKZ: 922, Version: 19W.1)
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Subject: Nachhaltiges Energiemanagement
(Compulsory elective)
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6.7.2 Energiewirtschaft und –politik (
0.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 1., 2., 3., 4. Semester empfohlen
-
6.7.2 Energiewirtschaft und –politik (
0.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Nachhaltiges Energiemanagement
(Compulsory elective)
- Master's degree programme Information Management
(SKZ: 922, Version: 13W.2)
-
Subject: Nachhaltiges Energiemanagement
(Compulsory elective)
-
5.7.2 Energiewirtschaft und -politik (
2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
5.7.2 Energiewirtschaft und -politik (
2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Nachhaltiges Energiemanagement
(Compulsory elective)
- Masterstudium Information and Communications Engineering (ICE)
(SKZ: 488, Version: 15W.1)
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Subject: Management and Economics : Fundamentals (WI)
(Compulsory subject)
-
Energy Economics: Theory and Policy (
0.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Energy Economics: Theory and Policy (
0.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Management and Economics : Fundamentals (WI)
(Compulsory subject)
- Masterstudium Information and Communications Engineering (ICE)
(SKZ: 488, Version: 22W.1)
-
Subject: Management and Economics: Fundamentals
(Compulsory subject)
-
3.1 Energy Economics: Theory and Policy (
0.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
3.1 Energy Economics: Theory and Policy (
0.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Management and Economics: Fundamentals
(Compulsory subject)
- Bachelor's degree programme Business and Law
(SKZ: 519, Version: 12W.3)
-
Subject: Freie Wahlfächer
(Optional subject)
-
Freie Wahlfächer (
0.0h XX / 12.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Freie Wahlfächer (
0.0h XX / 12.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Freie Wahlfächer
(Optional subject)
- Bachelor's degree programme Business and Law
(SKZ: 519, Version: 18W.1)
-
Subject: Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
-
7.7.1. SVWL Volkswirtschaftslehre 1 (
0.0h VO, VC, KS, SE / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 4., 5., 6. Semester empfohlen
-
7.7.1. SVWL Volkswirtschaftslehre 1 (
0.0h VO, VC, KS, SE / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
- Bachelor's degree programme Business and Law
(SKZ: 519, Version: 18W.1)
-
Subject: Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
-
7.7.2. SVWL Volkswirtschaftslehre 2 (
0.0h VO, VC, KS, SE / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 4., 5., 6. Semester empfohlen
-
7.7.2. SVWL Volkswirtschaftslehre 2 (
0.0h VO, VC, KS, SE / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
- Bachelor's degree programme Business and Law
(SKZ: 519, Version: 18W.1)
-
Subject: Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
-
7.7.3. SVWL Volkswirtschaftslehre 3 (
0.0h VO, VC, KS, SE / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 4., 5., 6. Semester empfohlen
-
7.7.3. SVWL Volkswirtschaftslehre 3 (
0.0h VO, VC, KS, SE / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Volkswirtschaftslehre
(Compulsory elective)
- Bachelor's degree programme Business and Law
(SKZ: 519, Version: 18W.1)
-
Subject: Freie Wahlfächer
(Optional subject)
-
Freie Wahlfächer (
0.0h XX / 9.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS) Absolvierung im 1., 2., 3., 4., 5., 6. Semester empfohlen
-
Freie Wahlfächer (
0.0h XX / 9.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Freie Wahlfächer
(Optional subject)
- Master's degree programme Business and Law
(SKZ: 909, Version: 12W.4)
-
Subject: Freie Wahlfächer
(Optional subject)
-
Freie Wahlfächer (
0.0h XX / 6.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Freie Wahlfächer (
0.0h XX / 6.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Freie Wahlfächer
(Optional subject)
- Extension programme (UG §54a) Sustainable Development and Energy
(SKZ: 011, Version: 20W.1)
-
Subject: Gebundenes Wahlfach 3: Spezialisierung in einem der Vertiefungsfächer
(Compulsory elective)
-
5.1 Lehrveranstaltungen Spezialisierung in einem der Vertiefungsfächer (
0.0h XX / 4.0 ECTS)
- 608.800 Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h VO / 4.0 ECTS)
-
5.1 Lehrveranstaltungen Spezialisierung in einem der Vertiefungsfächer (
0.0h XX / 4.0 ECTS)
-
Subject: Gebundenes Wahlfach 3: Spezialisierung in einem der Vertiefungsfächer
(Compulsory elective)
Equivalent courses for counting the examination attempts
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Wintersemester 2023/24
- 608.800 VO Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2021/22
- 608.800 VO Energy economics: theory and policy (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2020/21
- 608.800 VO Energieökonomik: Theorie und Politik (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2019/20
- 608.800 VO Energieökonomik: Theorie und Politik (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2018/19
- 608.800 VO Energieökonomik: Theorie und Politik (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2017/18
- 608.800 VO Energieökonomik: Theorie und Politik (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2016/17
- 608.800 VO Energieökonomik: Theorie und Politik (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2015/16
- 608.800 VO Energieökonomik: Theorie und Politik (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2014/15
- 608.800 VO Energieökonomik: Theorie und Politik (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2013/14
- 608.800 VO Energieökonomik: Theorie und Politik (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2012/13
- 608.800 VO Energieökonomik: Theorie und Politik (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2011/12
- 608.800 VO Energieökonomik (2.0h / 3.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2010/11
- 608.800 VO Energieökonomik (2.0h / 3.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2009/10
- 608.800 VO Energie- und Umweltökonomik (2.0h / 3.0ECTS)
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Wintersemester 2008/09
- 608.800 VO Energie- und Umweltökonomik (2.0h / 3.0ECTS)