Research

The School carries out applied research with the purpose of developing economically, legally, and socially-sound regulation and policy, using a multidisciplinary approach.

Proposal for reviewing the Regulation on trans-European Networks for Energy (TEN-E) : assessment and recommendations

Energy networks play an essential role in enabling competition, thus improving energy affordability, and in supporting decarbonisation of energy demand and security of supply....

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Ronnie  Belmans Alberto Pototschnig ECSM
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Loss and damage of climate change : recognition, obligation and legal consequences
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Technical Report
A study on the relevance of consumer rights and protections in the context of innovative energy-related services
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Executive Education

We offer different types of training: Online, Residential, Blended and Tailor-made courses in all levels of knowledge.

Policy Events

A wide range of events for open discussion and knowledge exchange. In Florence, Brussels, worldwide and online.

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Lights on Women

The Lights on Women initiative promotes, trains and advocates for women in energy, climate and sustainability, boosting their visibility, representation and careers.

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Leonardo Meeus

Director of the Florence School of Regulation
Dutch, English, French, Italian
Dutch, English, French, Italian

Biography

Leonardo Meeus is a professor at the European University Institute. He is the Director of the Florence School of Regulation and the Loyola de Palacio Chair in the Robert Schuman Centre. He is also part-time professor at the KU Leuven.
Leonardo contributed as author, reviewer and editor to academic journals in energy economics, regulatory economics, engineering, law, operations research and management. He published the open access book “The Evolution of Electricity Markets in Europe”.
He also engages with decision makers to create impact, and blogs about his experience.

Transparency & Independence

The FSR is committed to independence, integrity and transparency. In line with our Rules of Practice, all professors submit an annual Declaration of Interests to ensure that any potential conflicts — actual or perceived — are properly disclosed and managed.

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Recent Publications

Training courses

Annual Training on the Regulation of Energy Utilities
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06 Oct 2026
Summer School on Space Policy
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02 Sep 2026
Loyola Autumn Research School - LARS
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05 Sep 2026
Evolution of Electricity markets in Europe
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08 Sep 2026
Regulation and Integration of Renewable Energy
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27 Oct 2026
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