The Master Program in Energy anticipates the provision of scholarships on the basis of academic, but also social criteria. Scholarships are provided from the program resources as well as with the kind support of businesses and institutions which hold leading positions in the field of energy, shipping and the industry in general. In this sense, the program constitutes a bridge between the academic community and the market. In the dynamically developing field of Energy, corporations seek executives with specialized knowledge in the fields of strategy, law and economics and they award distinction and excellence. In this context, at the end of the second semester and before beginning of their thesis, students are awarded scholarships with the kind support of leading companies and institutions based on academic criteria (i.e. the performance of students and their grades during the first two semesters).

Renewable Energy Sources Operator & Guarantees of Origin (DAPEEP SA). DAPEEP supports the MSc in Energy Strategy, Law & Economics by granting scholarships with merit criteria. is responsible for Renewable Energy markets of Greece’s National Interconnected System (Transmission System and Distribution Network of Mainland and Interconnected Islands). The company also manages the Guarantees of Origin of Electricity from RES and Combined Heat and Power Units (CHP). DAPEEP SA is also the auctioneer of the CO2 Emissions Allowances in Greece, while at the same time operates as the Aggregator of Last Resort (FOSETEK) of RES producers and in cooperation with them. DAPEEP was created in order to meet the modern challenges in the field of Renewable Energy Sources, while at the same time it is the largest shareholder in the Hellenic Energy Exchange (EXE) and the second largest seller after Public Power Company in the markets operated by EXE.

MYTILINEOS supports the MSc in Energy Strategy, Law & Economics by granting scholarships with merit criteria. MYTILINEOS is a leading global industrial and energy company with a strong presence in all five continents. The company operates Four Business Units, the Power & Gas BU, the Metallurgy BU, the Renewables & Storage Development BU and the Sustainable Engineering Solutions BU. Company’s strong international presence in all five continents establishes itself as a global leader, as its exports foreign markets account for more than 2% of total Greek exports, benefiting significantly the national economy and conveying a strong message for its commitment to continuous growth.

CNN Greece and DBG Digital Media support the MSc in Energy Strategy, Law & Economics by granting scholarships with merit criteria. CNN Greece is the Hellenic version of the innovative, award-winning CNN news platform. With the credibility of the largest international news brand, CΝΝ.gr highlights the significant developments of the Greek and international news scene. Meeting the demanding standards of CNN international, it provides reliable timely and primary information, enriched with original multimedia content, tailor made longreads, travelogues and exclusive reporting.

AEGEAN supports the MSc in Energy Strategy, Law & Economics by granting scholarships with merit criteria. It is the fastest growing company in the Greek petroleum market. Aegean Oil has rapidly expanded to become one of the country’s most popular brands, positioning among the top companies of the oil industry in Greece. Aegean’s growing network means that consumers throughout Greece can have the confidence that they always are using the best products for their cars, motorcycles, busses and trucks. In addition to the company’s thousands of gas station customers, we also sell our products directly to leading hospitals, corporations, and industrial plants, who rely on Aegean quality, service, and competitive pricing every day. Aegean’s strategic goal is to remain within the top three petroleum companies in the Greek market, with continuous growth and constant development of its human assets while adopting sustainable policies.

The responsible attitude, the sponsorships, the donations and the supports characterize Hellenic Petroleum Group’s culture and business strategy. HELPE Group (http://www.helpe.gr) supports and takes on programs and activities concerning academic society including a scholarship to the Master Program in Energy – Strategy, law & Economics of the University of Piraeus Greece.

Since its inception in 1956, the Eugenides Foundation (http://www.eugenfound.edu.gr/) has contributed to education through its scientific and non-scientific publications, planetarium programs, its scientific library, scientific exhibitions and other educational initiatives such as academic scholarships. In this context, Eugenides Foundation supports the Master Program in Energy by providing a scholarship to students of the Program on the basis of excellence.

The Public Gas Corporation (DEPA) S.A. (www.depa.gr) supports the Master Program in Energy at the Department of International & European Studies by awarding scholarships to the students of the program, based on excellence and their performances, according to the company’s social responsibility program and its vision for building up the next generation of young executives in the energy sector.

SIDENOR SA (www.sidenor.gr) is the largest Greek steel producer with a leading position in Greece and the Balkans, with subsidiaries dealing in the production, manufacture and sales of steel products. SIDENOR’s business performance dates back to 1962 with the establishment of VIOHALCO-SANITAS, which has been the foundation for creating a vertically integrated Group of companies with 20 subsidiaries and associated companies in Greece, 16 companies abroad and production plants in Greece, Bulgaria, Russia and FYROM. SIDENOR rewards excellence and supports the Master Program in Energy Strategy, Law & Economics, at the Department of International & European Studies, University of Piraeus, by providing a scholarship with academic criteria.

The National Natural Gas System Operator (DESFA) S.A. (www.desfa.gr) was established on 30th of March 2007, following the provisions of law 3428/2005 on liberalization of the natural gas market as a subsidiary company of DEPA S.A. The sector of the National Natural Gas System (NNGS) was transferred from DEPA S.A. to DESFA S.A. by means of spin-off. National Natural Gas System includes the National Natural Gas Transmission System (pipelines with design pressure above 19 barg) and the LNG terminal station at Revithousa island. With the transfer of the above sector to DESFA S.A., the latter acquired a full and exclusive right to the operation, management, exploitation and development of the NNGS. DESFA is also the owner of NNGS. DESFA rewards excellence and supports the Master Program in Energy Strategy, Law & Economics, at the Department of International & European Studies, University of Piraeus, by providing a scholarship with academic criteria.

The Ministry of Environment, Energy and Climate Change (www.ypeka.gr) works to achieve the protection of the natural environment and resources, the improvement of quality of life, the mitigation and adjustment to the implications of climate change and the enhancement of mechanisms and institutions for environmental governance. The Ministry implements a series of actions in collaboration with public administration, the private sector, social partners, citizens and international community, in order to achieve the strategic objectives and eventually establish the pillars of Green Development. In this context the Ministry supports the Master Program in Energy Strategy, Law & Economics at the Department of International & European Studies, University of Piraeus and has provided its aegis in various occasions and academic initiatives.