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Managing the Energy Transition

Lead the Way in
Sustainable Energy Policy

Locations Offered
Washington, D.C.
Dates
4/22 – 4/26
6/3 – 6/7
Duration
5 Days
Fees
$4800

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Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) Executive Education Series: Shift Toward the Future of Energy

Dive into critical global policy trends behind the shift from fossil fuels toward more sustainable energy sources. This transition, which is already underway, promises far-reaching ramifications for the global economy, affecting industries, governments, and societies at large. Develop a comprehensive understanding of the current energy policy landscape and the compelling drivers—climate change, energy security, and economic development—that propel this change. Explore a range of policy insights into clean energy that will power our future and the emerging business opportunities within these burgeoning sectors.

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Specialized Knowledge from Global Leaders.

Faculty Anna Broughel
Anna Broughel
Lecturer in Sustainable Energy Transition Policy

Currently serves as Vice President of Communications at the United States Association for Energy Economics (USAEE) and is in charge of the USAEE/IAEE annual conference plenaries. Her extensive engagement with alumni of the Clean Energy Leadership Institute showcases her dedication to fostering collaboration and advancing clean energy solutions.

Increase Your Value to Your Organization

For Future Policy Leaders

The Johns Hopkins SAIS Executive Education Series programs invite both experienced and next-generation leaders to gain the skills to adapt and thrive in this era of energy transformation. This course is designed especially for these roles in the energy sector:

  • Mid-career professionals
  • Private and public sector executives
  • Nonprofit leaders
  • Government officials
  • Policymakers
  • Advocacy professionals

Transform Expert Knowledge into Policy and Practice

As you progress through the program, you’ll increase your capacity to shape and influence policy with evolving knowledge to:

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of the current global energy landscape, its trends, and the key drivers for energy transition while analyzing associated risks and opportunities for businesses.
  • Acquire in-depth knowledge of clean energy technologies, including renewable energy, energy storage, grid modernization, and electric vehicles, as you identify emerging business opportunities in these areas.
  • Understand the policy and regulatory frameworks that drive the energy transition, including best practices, successful case studies, and the impact of carbon pricing and emissions trading schemes on businesses.
  • Develop effective business strategies for managing the energy transition—incorporating energy transition considerations into corporate strategy, risk management, and sustainability initiatives—and building organizational resilience and agility in the changing energy landscape.

Expedited Executive Education at Capitol Hill

Gain applicable, transformative knowledge and professional skills for maximum impact in your field during this week-long executive education program that combines:

Program Schedule

Day 1 | The Global Energy Landscape and Business Implications
  • Overview of the global energy landscape’s current status and trends
  • Climate change, energy security, and economic development as key drivers for energy transition
  • International agreements and initiatives (e.g., Paris Agreement, SDGs) and their impact on business strategy
  • Role of governments, businesses, and civil society in shaping the energy transition
  • Assessing risks and opportunities for businesses in the evolving energy landscape

Day 2 | Clean Energy Technologies and Business Opportunities
  • Overview of clean energy technologies: renewables (solar, wind, hydro, etc.), energy storage, and energy efficiency
  • Opportunities in clean energy generation, storage, and distribution
  • The role of grid modernization and smart grid technologies in creating new market opportunities
  • Decentralized energy systems and the rise of microgrids
  • Electric vehicles and their integration into the energy system

Day 3 | Navigating Policy and Regulatory Frameworks for Energy Transition
  • Best practices in designing policies and regulations to support the energy transition and their impact on businesses
  • National and regional case studies of successful energy transition policies and the resulting business environment (e.g., European Union, China, California)
  • The role of carbon pricing and emissions trading schemes in driving energy transition: implications for business competitiveness and profitability
  • Strategies for businesses to engage with policymakers and influence energy transition policy

Day 4 | Developing Business Strategies for the Energy Transition
  • Key trends and emerging business models in the clean energy sector
  • Incorporating energy transition considerations into corporate strategy, operations, and risk management
  • The role of corporate sustainability and decarbonization strategies in driving the energy transition and creating competitive advantages
  • Strategies for managing risks and seizing opportunities in the changing energy landscape
  • Building organizational resilience and agility to metect to the energy transition: fostering innovation, talent development, and collaboration

Day 5 | Plenary
  • Presentations and white-boarding
  • Program completion reception and certificate ceremony
  • Networking opportunities and Washington, D.C. tours

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Surround Yourself with Policy Experts and Thought Leaders

Our new, state-of-the-art facility, the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center at 555 Pennsylvania Avenue, immerses you at Capitol Hill—a global hub of knowledge, expertise, and policy leadership. Meet and build relationships with fellow professionals, experts, researchers, and faculty from all nine Johns Hopkins academic divisions.

Convenient, Commuter-Friendly Location

Nestled among the National Mall and the U.S. Capitol Building, Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies is conveniently located within walking distance of countless iconic museums, monuments, and historic buildings. And we're commuter-friendly, with the Archives Metro Station just one block away.

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