REMIT and its implementation
This FSR-ACER residential course in Florence covers the scope of the EU Regulation on Wholesale Energy Market Integrity and Transparency (REMIT) and the way in which it is implemented.
Mapping the EU framework for wholesale energy market transparency and integrity
In force since 28 December 2011, REMIT is the legislation establishing a sector-specific, directly applicable framework to detect and deter market abusive behaviour in the forms of insider trading and market manipulation, including attempted market manipulation, in respect to European wholesale energy products, including electricity, gas. derivative instruments and infrastructure capacity. It pursues a three-sided aim:
- to increase trust in the integrity of the gas and electricity markets;
- to ensure that prices of wholesale energy products reflect a competitive and fair interplay between supply and demand, securing the optimal allocation of resources;
- to prevent profits resulting from market abuse.
REMIT implementation rests on the complex, multi-layered monitoring and enforcement system involving private actors, such as Persons Professionally Arranging Transactions (PPATs), national authorities, like the National Regulatory Authorities (NRAs), and European bodies, like the EU Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER).
This FSR-ACER Training Course explores in depth the types of behaviours which REMIT aims at detecting and deterring (i.e., insider trading and market manipulation), the main obligations and prohibitions falling on market participants and other sector stakeholders (e.g., the obligation to disclose inside information) and the way in which national and European entities (NRAs, ACER etc.) cooperate to ensure effective market surveillance.
This course builds on the unique academic knowledge and expertise and practical experience of instructors from the FSR and ACER. Furthermore, representatives from organised marketplaces and financial conduct authorities will share their experiences. Instructors will present case studies to provide course participants with examples from the real world.
This three-day residential course is held in Florence. Instructors will alternate between lectures, case studies, and group activities to enhance the discussion and improve the learning experience.
After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Recognise how the definition, prohibition, and obligations outlined in REMIT influence trading practices and other operational processes within market actors.
- Interpret instances that may constitute market abuse, including forms such as market manipulation and insider trading.
- Analyse the surveillance methodologies employed by national regulatory authorities and ACER.
- Identify the modifications implemented in the REMIT framework through the recent Regulation revision.
The course is given in English and developed for:
- Professionals engaged in the regulation of the energy sector
- Staff of government agencies and regulatory bodies
- Staff of energy companies (regulated and unregulated) dealing with regulatory affairs and market surveillance
- Staff of European and national associations, researchers interested in knowing more about how integrity and transparency is promoted in the EU energy market
Being a specialised course, participants are expected to have a basic knowledge of the main concepts relevant to REMIT and its implementation.
- Complementary online workshop “Introduction to Remit”
- Q&A
- Group work activities
- Case studies
After the course, a certificate of participation will be provided to the participants.
Participants new to the area are encouraged to attend the online workshop “Introduction to Remit” on 29 October 2025, which provides an opportunity to familiarise themselves with the main concepts at the basis of REMIT implementation.
Participation in the workshop is optional for course participants and is included in the course fee.
Those who are not enrolled in the course may also attend the workshop by paying a fee of €300.
Find more information and register here.
Each year, the Florence School of Regulation – Energy and Climate (FSR Energy & Climate) awards scholarships for a wide variety of training courses targeting a broad audience of professionals and academics.
Applications will be assessed by a Selection Committee of FSR members on a yearly basis. The successful candidates will be informed after February 2026 and will be provided with all relevant information on how to enroll in the online course or residential training of their choice.
Send your application by 25 January 2026.
Find more information here
Fees
- General fee: 2,800 EUR
- Associate donors fee (10%): €2,520
- Major donors fee (20%): €2,240
- Star donors fee (25%): €2,100
Discounts
A 10% discount is available for groups of 5 or more participants from the same organisation. Please note that this discount cannot be combined with student discounts or donor free seat offers.
Cancellation policy
Paid registration fee is non-refundable. However, registrant substitution may be made up to 20 days before the start date of the course.
For more information, please read the full FSR cancellation policy.
FAQs Invoicing and Payment Process
For further information, please contact fsr.conferences@eui.eu
Please arrange your travel and accommodation as soon as possible as Florence is very popular in this period.
The fee covers participation in the training, coffee breaks, lunches, and any meals or social activities outlined in the event programme. Travel and accommodation costs are not included.
This is a fully residential training course, and classes will be held in Florence on 24-26 November 2025.
By submitting your application, you are committing to pay the corresponding fee.
Event venue
Sala Europa
Villa Schifanoia
Via Giovanni Boccaccio, 121
50133 Firenze (FI)
How to reach the venue
Information to reach the venue available at this link.
Contact
fsr.conferences@eui.eu
