Objective

The objective of this seminar is to understand the dynamic of gas and electricity prices, and to identify the risk factors that impact prices and to define hedging strategies.

Upon completion of the seminar, participants will be able to:

• Understand the structure of the European and international gas and electricity markets
• Identify the drivers that impact prices
• Discern the risks and uncertainties in the market
• Understand hedging mechanisms
• Define the steps in a hedging strategy

Who will benefit

This seminar is dedicated to professionals in the energy market concerned with the supply of electricity and gas, particularly: buyers, brokers, investors, fund managers, strategist & planners, finance & accounting managers, and leaders of gas, electricity, and industrial firms. Also, local authorities and IPPs stand to benefit..

Teaching Method

All seminars are animated by international experts with more than 15 years of experience in the energy sector. Case studies will be explored to put into practice the concepts learnt during the seminar. Quality teaching materials will be provided during the seminar.

Program (detailed program)

Session 1 The purchase price of gas in the international market
Session 2 The European gas market
Session 3 Risks and uncertainties in the European gas market
Session 4 Gas risk hedging strategy
Session 5 The cost of electricity production
Session 6 The European electricity market
Session 7 Risks and uncertainties in the European electricity market
Session 8 Electricity risk hedging strategy