In today's episode, I have the honour to talk to president Egils Levits. Only to mention a few highlights of his career, president Levits was Judge at the European Court of Human Rights from 1995 to 2004, Judge at the European Court of Justice from 2004 to 2019 and President of the Republic of Latvia from 2019 to 2023. In this final episode of the first season of “The energy law podcast” we are zooming out again from the in-depth discussions of different parts of energy law, talking about the geopolitical changes after Russia`s invasion of Ukraine that also effected global and European energy markets. With President Levits, I am going to discuss the role of courts in transitions, also exploring the concept of judicial activism. Please enjoy this episode!

The interview took place on 1 June 2024.

Tilburg Institute for Law, Technology, and Society (TILT): https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/about/schools/law/departments/tilt

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This first season of “The Energy Law Podcast” was made possible with funds of the Dutch Starter Grant program, awarded by Tilburg University for Max Baumgart`s project “Transformation processes in European and national economic law: Energy law as law of socio-technical change”. A special thanks for production support goes out to Marc Ohrendorf from “Irgendwas mit Recht”.

In today's episode, I have the opportunity to talk to Prof. Dr. Torsten Körber, the Director of the Institute for Energy Law and the holder of the chair for Civil Law, Competition Law, Regulatory Law, and Law of the Digital Economy of the University of Cologne. We are going to talk about an important part of the energy transition: the heat transition which is crucial for mitigating climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the heating sector. In this context, we are also going to touch on the available technologies for the transition and the relationship between law and economics. With this introduction complete, let's now turn our attention to what my guest has to say.

The interview took place on 22 May 2024.

Tilburg Institute for Law, Technology, and Society (TILT): https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/about/schools/law/departments/tilt

Max Baumgart: https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/staff/m-baumgart

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxbaumgart/

This first season of “The Energy Law Podcast” was made possible with funds of the Dutch Starter Grant program, awarded by Tilburg University for Max Baumgart`s project “Transformation processes in European and national economic law: Energy law as law of socio-technical change”. A special thanks for production support goes out to Marc Ohrendorf from “Irgendwas mit Recht”.

In today's episode, I am thrilled to have Klaus Müller, President of the German National Regulatory Authority, as my special guest. With Klaus Müller, I am exploring ambitions and reality in energy regulation. Topic-wise, we will be talking about the problem of congested electricity networks and also the concept of network tariffs. Germany as an example, Klaus Müller will illustrate how an EU Member State can contribute to the development of hydrogen infrastructure for sustainable hydrogen markets. So let's embark on this enlightening journey into the realm of energy law.

The interview took place on 21 December 2023.

Tilburg Institute for Law, Technology, and Society (TILT): https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/about/schools/law/departments/tilt

Max Baumgart: https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/staff/m-baumgart

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxbaumgart/

This first season of “The Energy Law Podcast” was made possible with funds of the Dutch Starter Grant program, awarded by Tilburg University for Max Baumgart`s project “Transformation processes in European and national economic law: Energy law as law of socio-technical change”. A special thanks for production support goes out to Marc Ohrendorf from “Irgendwas mit Recht”.

In today's episode, I am happy to welcome Zohra Boumedhel from EPEX Spot and Denny Wientzek from the European Energy Exchange AG. We are going to discuss the overlap of energy law and financial markets regulation. Energy law governs various aspects of energy production, distribution, and consumption, while financial markets regulation ensures transparency, stability, and fairness in financial transactions. Understanding this overlap is essential for policymakers, industry professionals, and investors alike to navigate the evolving energy landscape and foster sustainable and efficient energy markets. Let`s see what my two guests have to say about it.

The interview took place on 4 March 2024.

Tilburg Institute for Law, Technology, and Society (TILT): https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/about/schools/law/departments/tilt

Max Baumgart: https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/staff/m-baumgart

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxbaumgart/

This first season of “The Energy Law Podcast” was made possible with funds of the Dutch Starter Grant program, awarded by Tilburg University for Max Baumgart`s project “Transformation processes in European and national economic law: Energy law as law of socio-technical change”. A special thanks for production support goes out to Marc Ohrendorf from “Irgendwas mit Recht”.

In today's episode, I am talking to Bettina Maeding, Head of Energy Law at E.ON SE. The E.ON Group is one of Europe's largest operators of energy networks and energy infrastructure and a provider of innovative customer solutions for almost 50 million customers. That means the E.ON group is a massive private player in the energy transition. Together with Bettina Maeding, we will be exploring the key challenges and opportunities for energy companies, as well as the role of digitalization in the energy markets and key aspects of the new hydrogen and decarbonised gas market package. Have fun with this episode!

The interview took place on 11 March 2024.

Tilburg Institute for Law, Technology, and Society (TILT): https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/about/schools/law/departments/tilt

Max Baumgart: https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/staff/m-baumgart

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxbaumgart/

This first season of “The Energy Law Podcast” was made possible with funds of the Dutch Starter Grant program, awarded by Tilburg University for Max Baumgart`s project “Transformation processes in European and national economic law: Energy law as law of socio-technical change”. A special thanks for production support goes out to Marc Ohrendorf from “Irgendwas mit Recht”.

In today's episode, I am happy to have my colleagues Prof. Dr. Saskia Lavrijssen and Dr. Olga Hrynkiv from Tilburg University as my guests. We will be exploring the relationship between national and EU energy law, as well as concepts such as the concept of vulnerable consumers in energy law. We will also explore why the Netherlands is drafting a new Energy Act and dive into the international dimension of energy law. Thank you for listening!

The interview took place on 27 November 2023.

Tilburg Institute for Law, Technology, and Society (TILT): https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/about/schools/law/departments/tilt

Max Baumgart: https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/staff/m-baumgart

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxbaumgart/

This first season of “The Energy Law Podcast” was made possible with funds of the Dutch Starter Grant program, awarded by Tilburg University for Max Baumgart`s project “Transformation processes in European and national economic law: Energy law as law of socio-technical change”. A special thanks for production support goes out to Marc Ohrendorf from “Irgendwas mit Recht”.

In today's episode, I am thrilled to interview Prof. Dr. Dirk Buschle, Legal Counsel & Deputy Director at the Energy Community Secretariat. We will explore key insights of his work at an international organisation expanding the acquis communautaire of EU energy law as a legally binding framework to third countries. The Energy Community brings together the European Union and its neighbours, the so-called Contracting Parties. Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia and Ukraine. Without further ado, let's move on to our discussion about energy law. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did.

The interview took place on 20 November 2023.

Tilburg Institute for Law, Technology, and Society (TILT): https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/about/schools/law/departments/tilt

Max Baumgart: https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/staff/m-baumgart

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxbaumgart/

This first season of “The Energy Law Podcast” was made possible with funds of the Dutch Starter Grant program, awarded by Tilburg University for Max Baumgart`s project “Transformation processes in European and national economic law: Energy law as law of socio-technical change”. A special thanks for production support goes out to Marc Ohrendorf from “Irgendwas mit Recht”.

In today's episode, I am thrilled to have Prof. Dr. Leigh Hancher, Professor of European Law at Tilburg University, together with her dog Kicky as my guest. We are going to talk about energy law as an area of law, long term contracts, contracts for difference, sustainability, and competition in energy markets. Energy law can be defined very narrowly, only focusing on energy sector specific regulations. It can also be defined rather broad, referring to all laws in their application on energy markets. It’s a field of law that is constantly evolving. With that, let's segue into our exploration of energy law. Enjoy.

The interview took place on 27 November 2023.

Tilburg Institute for Law, Technology, and Society (TILT): https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/about/schools/law/departments/tilt

Max Baumgart: https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/staff/m-baumgart

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxbaumgart/

This first season of “The Energy Law Podcast” was made possible with funds of the Dutch Starter Grant program, awarded by Tilburg University for Max Baumgart`s project “Transformation processes in European and national economic law: Energy law as law of socio-technical change”. A special thanks for production support goes out to Marc Ohrendorf from “Irgendwas mit Recht”.

In today's episode, I am happy to talk to Oliver Koch from the European Commission in Brussels. Together with Oliver, I am discussing the European Commission`s important role in energy market regulation. The Commission works to integrate national energy markets into European-wide markets, shapes the EU's energy landscape, and promotes a transition towards cleaner and more sustainable energy systems. Enjoy the conversation!

The interview took place on 15 March 2024.

Tilburg Institute for Law, Technology, and Society (TILT): https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/about/schools/law/departments/tilt

Max Baumgart: https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/staff/m-baumgart

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxbaumgart/

This first season of “The Energy Law Podcast” was made possible with funds of the Dutch Starter Grant program, awarded by Tilburg University for Max Baumgart`s project “Transformation processes in European and national economic law: Energy law as law of socio-technical change”. A special thanks for production support goes out to Marc Ohrendorf from “Irgendwas mit Recht”.

In today's episode, I am thrilled to have Dr. Wolfgang Urbantschitsch, Executive Director of E-Control Austria, as our special guest. Amongst other topics, we will be exploring the role of national regulatory authorities in energy markets. According to the electricity market directive and the gas market directive, each Member State shall designate a single regulatory authority at national level. Further, Member States shall guarantee the independence of the regulatory authority and shall ensure that it exercises its powers impartially and transparently – key requirements that sometimes even challenge the Members States` constitutional framework. Lots of fun with this episode!

The interview took place on 20 November 2023.

Tilburg Institute for Law, Technology, and Society (TILT): https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/about/schools/law/departments/tilt

Max Baumgart: https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/staff/m-baumgart

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxbaumgart/

This first season of “The Energy Law Podcast” was made possible with funds of the Dutch Starter Grant program, awarded by Tilburg University for Max Baumgart`s project “Transformation processes in European and national economic law: Energy law as law of socio-technical change”. A special thanks for production support goes out to Marc Ohrendorf from “Irgendwas mit Recht”.