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Energy Policy & Governance
Designing and implementing effective energy policy
12 weeks
Hybrid (Online + 2 residential sessions)
Next Cohort: September 2026
Program Overview
The Energy Policy & Governance program prepares policymakers to design and implement effective energy policies that balance security, affordability, and sustainability.
Participants develop expertise in energy market regulation, transition planning, and international energy governance.
The program combines analytical frameworks with practical policy design and implementation skills.
Certification
CEPS
Certified Energy Policy Specialist
Professional certification for energy policy design, implementation, and governance.
Curriculum
Module 1
Energy System Fundamentals
- Energy system architecture
- Energy economics and markets
- Technology assessment
- Energy modeling and analysis
Module 2
Policy Design & Instruments
- Energy policy frameworks
- Regulatory design and rate-setting
- Incentive and subsidy design
- Standards and mandates
Module 3
Transition & Decarbonization
- Decarbonization pathway planning
- Just transition frameworks
- Infrastructure planning for transition
- International climate commitments
Module 4
Implementation & Governance
- Policy implementation strategies
- Stakeholder management
- Inter-agency coordination
- Monitoring and evaluation
Learning Outcomes
- Design effective energy policies and regulations
- Plan and manage energy transition processes
- Coordinate across government agencies and stakeholders
- Evaluate policy outcomes and iterate
- Engage with international energy governance
Who Should Apply
- Energy ministry officials
- Energy regulatory agency staff
- Climate and environment policymakers
- Energy policy advisors
- International energy organization staff
Ready to advance your career in industrial statecraft?
Join a cohort of senior leaders from government, industry, and advisory roles. Applications for the September 2026 cohort are now open.