We are pleased to invite you to the launch webinar of the thematic semester Decision support for the energy transition developed by the Groupe d’études et de recherche en analyse des décisions (GERAD). This event, co-organized with the Energy Modelling Hub (CME), will mark the beginning of a series of enriching discussions on tools and approaches to support the transition to a sustainable energy future.

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Program
The webinar will be hosted by Normand Mousseau, Professor of Physics at the Université de Montréal, Scientific Director of the Trottier Energy Institute (IET), and Scientific Co-Director of the CME.

After a short introduction to GERAD and its thematic semester by Olivier Bahn, Professor at HEC Montréal and Director of GERAD, two inspiring presentations will enrich this session:

Jesse D. Jenkins
Assistant Professor and Engineer specializing in large-scale energy systems, Princeton University. He directs the Princeton ZERO Lab, where he develops optimized models to guide policies and investments in low-carbon technologies.

Dr. Erica Thompson
Author of Escape from Model Land, Associate Professor at University College London, and expert in modelling for decision-making. Her research focuses on interpreting models to inform policy and strategic decisions.

This webinar is a unique opportunity to gain innovative insights and engage with leading experts on the challenges and solutions of the energy transition.

We look forward to seeing you join us for this inaugural event of the GERAD Thematic Semester.

Best regards,
The GERAD Team and the CME Team