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The Dr. Herman Franssen Energy Economist of the Year Award is given annually to a top energy economist who embodies the characteristics that Dr. Franssen stood for: intellectual curiosity, a global perspective and a dedication to the field of energy.

The award is designed to shine a light on the intellectual work being done by economists to understand the profound changes happening in the world of energy and economics.

Nominees are drawn from professional organizations as well as the public and private sector. A short-list is then ranked by a selection committee that includes Energy Intelligence staff, as well as members of academia, the private sector and government.

Dr. Franssen dedicated his life to understanding, analyzing and discussing the field of energy. He helped craft energy policies through positions within the governments of the US and Oman and as chief economist for the International Energy Agency oversaw the release of the agency's first major World Energy Outlook.

Dr. Franssen was the long-time executive director of Energy Intelligence until his passing in January 2020.