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SELS Vila Nova de Gaia on Climate Litigation and Renewable Energy Transition

Description

ELSA Portucalense is organising the 1st edition of the Summer ELSA Law School Vila Nova de Gaia. This year's topic will be Climate Litigation and Renewable Energy Transition, which will take place on July 13 - July 20, 2025.

In regards to the Academic Programme, our main focus is to expand our participants' knowledge of Climate Letigation. Also, because quality is crucial, the Academic Programme will be carried out by the most skilled and recognised professionals who work in this field of law. At the end of the week, we prepared a Moot Court about Climate Litigation.

On the other hand, we want to make sure that visiting Vila Nova de Gaia will leave an unforgettable mark on our participants. So we have prepared cultural and social activities, such as the 7 Bridges Cruise, visiting the most historical points - Clérigos Tower, Lello Library, Aliados Avenue, Dom Luís I Bridge, and many more. Also, the participants will be hosted in a very central Hostel, making it easy to visit the cultural places and access public transport.

Because having fun is an important aspect of this adventure, the participants will discover one of our big University symbols - Tuna (musicians) - as well as unforgettable nights out and clubbing. At the end of the week, there’s a Gala Ball prepared so that participants can say goodbye to our SELS in the most fun way possible. That being said, prepare your best gala outfit.

We believe that mixing all of these aspects together is the right formula to create good lasting memories and fulfilling bonds. 

Are you ready for the adventure? We are very excited to welcome you to our SELS!

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Participation fees
ELSA Member from a favoured country - 365€
ELSA Member from a non-favoured country - 385€
Member of a Partner Organisation - 395€
ELSA Alumni - 390€
Non-member - 410€
Extra fees
Gala Ball - 50€
Two-way Airport Transfer - 30€
SELS Kit (T-Shirt, Notebook, Water Bottle, Pen, Lanyard, ELSA Pin) - 35€
Where?
Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Accommodation
Pedra Ibérica, Porto
Maximum number of participants
18
Date of arrival
13/07/2025
Date of departure
20/07/2025
Academic Partner
Universidade Portucalense Infante D. Henrique
Complexity of Academic Programme
Introductory
Academic Programme

Starting from introductory and theoretical lectures on the topic, the Academic Programme will provide participants with a deep insight, allowing them, later, to put the knowledge they acquired into practice in a Climate Litigation Moot Court. Under the guidance of Universidade Portucalense Infante D. Henrique, we aim for an Academic Programme of high quality.

The draft of the Academic Programme is as follows (subject to change):

  • Sunday
    • None (arrival)
  • Monday
    • Opening Session
    • Introduction to International Environmental Law
    • Legal Frameworks for Renewable Energy Transition
  • Tuesday
    • Climate Litigation: Global Trends and Landmark Cases
    • The Role of NGOs and Civil Society in Environmental Litigation
  • Wednesday
    • European Union Regulations on Renewable Energy
    • Financing Renewable Energy Projects: Legal Considerations
  • Thursday
    • Corporate Environmental Responsibility and Sustainability
    • Preparation for Moot Court on Climate Litigation
  • Friday
    • Moot Court: Simulation of a Climate Litigation Case
    • Visit to the Court of Appeal of Porto
  • Saturday
    • None
  • Sunday
    • None (departure)

Contact
selsgaia@pt.elsa.org
Apply here