Competition Law in the Energy Sector Conference

Hear directly from the European Commission on their recent investigations, approaches to new markets and the Green deal, sustainability and Fit for 55 initiatives.

Gain an update on integration in energy markets and network codes, then consider responses to the energy crisis including to what extent competition law tools can address it and the prospects for reintroduction of price regulation.

Debate security of supply concerns and the alleged under supply by Russia, as well as whether regulation of the gas sector and related competition law enforcement has contributed to shortages in gas.

Analyse the challenges posed by new markets to competition law, including how hydrogen markets are being treated and gain an update on recent investigations into charging stations and electricity.

Join this session to consider policy developments and new state aid guidelines on "Climate, Energy and Environmental Aid", as well as the implications of foreign subsidies regime (EU and UK) on the energy sector.

Review recent mergers in the energy sector, including the impact of sustainability objectives. Then, analyse foreign direct investment rules for the energy sector.