Aim of the course:
First, this course aims to give a deeper theoretical insight regarding economic externalities, such as global warming. Several classical economic instruments are presented, such as Pigouvian tax, cap- and-trade programs, subsidies and mandates. The theory addressed has broad applications, including in the field of public finance and public policy.
Second, this course gives an overview of the economics of new potential decarbonisation technologies, such as hydrogen, heat pumps, electric cars and gas as a transition fuel.
Third, the most recent decarbonisation developments will be discussed.
For this course, local instructors under the leadership of Prof. Silvester van Koten developed local case studies and examples to enhance your engagement and learning. You will be able to relate the economic concepts and theories to your own experiences and practical functioning of energy systems in your local economy.
The course is taught in English, providing an opportunity to strengthen your communication skills and prepare you for future international cooperation.
Main Instructor: Prof. Silvester Van Koten, Ph.D.; Associate Professor of Economics at Jan Evangelista Purkyně University, and a research associate at CERGE-EI.
Local Instructors: Prof. Małgorzata Burchard-Dziubińska
Course details
- ECTS points: 5 ECTS points (For students of the UniLodz Faculty of Economics and Sociology points can be exchanged for crediting an elective lecture)
- Course dates: 2 March – 10 April 2026
- Online lectures:
Tuesdays 11:30 a.m.– 1:00 p.m. CET/CEST
Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. CET/CEST - Workshops with a local instructor at the Campus of the Faculty of economics and Sociology: Thursdays, 12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. CET/CEST
- Limit of students: 25
- Language of instruction: English
- Final exam week: 13 – 17 April 2026
- Make-up exam week: 20 – 24 April 2026
Course application
Application form
Deadline for applications: 28 February 2026, 23:59 p.m.
