Sebastian Oberthür

Sebastian Oberthür is a Professor at the University of Eastern Finland, affiliated with the Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Studies and the Law School. His research focuses on EU climate policy, environmental law, and international climate governance. He has contributed to seminal works analyzing the EU's response to crises such as the pandemic and geopolitical shifts. His recent publications emphasize the European Green Deal, energy security, and sectoral decarbonization. He is part of the CCEEL research center and has co-authored influential analyses on climate policy integration and EU leadership in global climate efforts.

Key research interests include the interplay between socio-political divisions and EU climate governance, the strategic turn in EU external energy policy, and the role of procedural climate governance. His work bridges academic rigor with policy relevance, addressing challenges like energy-intensive industries and public participation in climate strategies. Despite no listed awards, his extensive peer-reviewed publications and contributions to policy frameworks underscore his academic impact.