Alessandra Motz

Alessandra Motz is a Researcher at the Institute for Economic Research (IRE) and Head of Energy Analysis for the Observatory of Public Finance and Energy (O-FPE) at the University of Italian Switzerland. She holds a PhD in Economics (2021) from USI, and prior degrees include a Master's from Bocconi University (2008), a Bachelor's from the University of Pisa (2005), and degrees from Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna (2007-2009). Previously, she worked at REF-E (2007–2013), analyzing natural gas markets and energy regulations in Italy/Europe.

Her research focuses on consumer preferences regarding energy sustainability/security/affordability, Swiss energy system decarbonization, and European energy market dynamics. She employs discrete-choice modeling to study consumer behavior and energy policy impacts. Current roles include leadership in energy transition research and public finance analysis.

Expertise spans energy economics, regulatory frameworks, and interdisciplinary approaches to sustainable development. Office location: Blue Building, P007 (Via Buffi 6, Lugano).