Kim Talus

Kim Talus is a Professor of European Energy Law at the Law School, University of Eastern Finland, with concurrent appointments as Professor of Energy Law at the University of Helsinki and Partner at Energy and Regulation Partners, Zug, Switzerland. His work focuses on EU energy law, climate change regulation, and international energy disputes, particularly in hydrogen, LNG, and renewable energy sectors.

Research Trends: Talus’s recent articles (2024–2025) analyze

• Hydrogen Market Regulation (EU and Australia)
• State Aid in renewable energy
• LNG Market Evolution in Asia and EU
• Climate Legislation (methane regulation, carbon capture)
• Cross-Border Energy Trade complexities.

His work frequently addresses tensions between climate policy and economic freedoms like investor protection.

Leadership: Talus directs the Center for Climate Change, Energy and Environmental Law (CCEEL) and contributes to edited volumes such as Elgar Research Agendas and Edward Elgar Handbooks. He collaborates with institutions like the European Commission and University of Oslo.