FIN 418Energy Finance

3 credits · Finance · Penn State

This course offers an exploration into energy finance through an examination of the oil, gas, and coal commodity markets, as well as global electricity markets and renewable generation. The course addresses fundamental concepts associated with the complex physical and financial risks faced by firms in the energy industry. Students gain the ability to think critically about the entire energy value chain through an overview of the fundamental practices used by firms in the exploration, production, storage, refining, and processing of hydrocarbon-based energy commodities and the development and distribution of renewable energy and clean-air technologies.