ENTR 180 Finance and Accounting for the Energy Transition
The energy transition is a massive undertaking requiring trillions of dollars of investment. This course will explore concepts from finance and accounting that are crucial to understanding the rationale for investment decision-making. We will work with various methods for assessing the financial viability of energy and decarbonization projects and managing financial risks. Critical topics that will be addressed include discounted cashflow modelling, financial & carbon accounting, investment risk analysis, & project financing. We will also explore ongoing innovations that seek to establish the next generation of financial products, services, and institutions that can effectively serve the goals of the energy transition. Students will develop both tactical and strategic skills to help them manage the financial aspects of energy projects, with the goal of becoming confident and conversant about the avenues available for securing commercial & concessional sources of funding.
Instructor
Charles Donovan