Michał Ptak

Dr. hab. Michał Ptak is a Professor at Wrocław University of Economics. He specializes in environmental economics, climate policy, energy taxation, and sustainable development. His research focuses on the intersection of taxation systems, environmental protection, and renewable energy strategies in the European Union and globally. Ptak has extensively studied the effectiveness of environmental taxes, carbon pricing mechanisms, and policy instruments for reducing CO2 emissions in transportation and energy sectors.

Key research areas include: environmental fiscal reform, low-carbon economy transition, renewable energy financing, urban-rural migration trends, and circular bioeconomy concepts. His work frequently addresses EU policy frameworks, comparing approaches across member states like Poland, Norway, and Scandinavian countries.

Ptak advises on energy taxation strategies and has contributed to policy analysis for operational programs supporting climate targets. He maintains an active academic profile through conferences and interdisciplinary collaborations, with particular emphasis on applying economic models to environmental challenges. Consultations are available via MS Teams during scheduled hours.