Wintersemester 23/24

The topic of this term’s seminar is: Financialisation of Carbon Markets.

The seminar will investigate the role of financial actors, such as banks and investors, in the EU Emissions Trading System and their role in determining price dynamics and volatility. 

Participants are required to write a seminar paper on their chosen topic and give a  presentation by the end of the term. Each participant’s topic will be agreed upon based on adequacy and personal interest.

Preparation of a seminar paper (20-30 pages) and its presentation (15-20 minutes).

Students interested in this seminar are required to send an informal email to Kirsten van der Koelen by the end of day of September 30, 2023. Please include a PDF copy of your current transcript.
The number of slots in this seminar is limited. Accepted candidates will hold a first preliminary meeting at 2pm on October 18, 2023 to discuss the assignment of topics.