Sirja-Leena Penttinen is a Senior Researcher and University Lecturer at the Law School, Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Studies, University of Eastern Finland. She also serves as an Assistant Director and Adjunct Professor at the Tulane Center for Energy Law in New Orleans, USA. Her research focuses on energy law, EU energy policies, climate change mitigation, and sustainable development, particularly in the context of renewable energy transition and decarbonization. She holds a doctoral degree in law from the University of Eastern Finland (2019), emphasizing free movement provisions in the EU energy sector. Education: PhD in Law, University of Eastern Finland (2019) Research Interests: Dr. Penttinen’s work addresses EU energy and environmental law, including ecodesign regulations, energy efficiency standards, renewable energy support schemes, and the legal frameworks for battery supply chains. She explores the intersection of free movement principles and energy market liberalization, as well as the governance of climate policies under the 'Fit for 55' framework. Her recent focus includes transatlantic cooperation challenges in battery production and the balance between strategic autonomy and free trade. Articles Trends: Her publications emphasize EU regulatory frameworks for energy transition, such as the role of energy storage, building decarbonization, and the legal implications of renewable energy policies. She critically examines protectionist tendencies in battery supply chains and advocates for sustainable circular economy approaches in the EU. Scientific Awards: No specific awards listed. Advising & Grants: While no formal students are listed, she collaborates on research projects like the CCEEL’s work on climate change law and the EL-TRAN consortium analyzing energy transitions. Her contributions include policy briefs on EU energy governance and international energy law. Labs & Teams: She is affiliated with the Center for Climate Change, Energy and Environmental Law (CCEEL) and the Energy Law Research Forum, contributing to interdisciplinary studies on energy policy and sustainability.





