Open Lecture “The Energy Revolution in Europe: Why Do Some Countries Transition to Clean Energy Faster Than Others?”

Date: March 18, 2025

Lecturer: Ihor Vakulenko, PhD in Economics, researcher at the Institute of Economic Research, Slovak Academy of Sciences

Format: 60-minute presentation + discussion

Connection: Google Meet

Topics to be covered:

  • Which factors determine the success of the clean energy transition in different EU countries.
  • Why a high GDP level does not always guarantee leadership in renewable energy.
  • How CO₂ emissions and energy consumption influence the pace of transformation.
  • Which strategies have proven most effective for countries with different levels of development.
  • What lessons Ukraine can draw from the experience of 24 EU countries.

The lecture is based on the results of a study conducted within the SASPRO 2 program (Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions), funded by the European Union, which provides a comprehensive analysis of the drivers behind the development of clean energy and smart grids in EU countries.

Target audience: students of all specialties, lecturers, researchers, business representatives, and anyone interested in sustainable development and energy security.

You are welcome to join and ask questions during the discussion!