Aaron Praktiknjo

Aaron Praktiknjo is a University Professor and Chair holder for Energy Systems Economics at RWTH Aachen University, leading the FCN-ESE group within the E.ON Energy Research Center. He contributes to energy economics research with a focus on system integration, market dynamics, and sustainability.

Research Areas:

• Energy system analysis
• Energy market regulation
• Security of supply
• Sustainability assessment
• Behavioral energy economics
• Energy transition effects

Selected Article Trends: Recent work explores hydrogen supply scenarios, grid infrastructure sustainability, and techno-economic modeling for energy systems. His publications emphasize renewable integration, market volatility, and cross-border energy dynamics.

Leadership Roles:

• Co-Director of E.ON Energy Research Center
• Chair of Gesellschaft für Energiewissenschaft und Energiepolitik (GEE)
• Vice-President of International Association for Energy Economics (IAEE)
• Editorial Board member of Scientific Data (Nature Portfolio)

Advising: Currently advising external doctoral candidates Elisabeth Wendlinger and Veronika Engwerth. Collaborates with researchers across FCN-ESE on topics like DC/AC grid comparisons and HVDC integration.

Team & Collaborations: Works with technical staff including Christina Kockel, Jakob Kulawik, and Karl Seeger. His group engages in international conferences (e.g., IAEE, IET AC/DC) and interdisciplinary workshops (RWTH EME Doctoral Workshop).