Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vladimir Zinoviev | Energy Transformation | Best Researcher Award
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vladimir Zinoviev | University of National and World Economy | Bulgaria
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vladimir Zinoviev is an Associate Professor at the University of National and World Economy (UNWE), Sofia, Bulgaria, specializing in energy economics, sustainable development, and digital energy systems. He serves as Director of the University Scientific Research Center for Energy Business and Infrastructure and leads innovative projects shaping the future of energy transitions in Southeast Europe. With a strong record of teaching, research, and consultancy, he combines academic expertise with practical industry engagement. His work focuses on renewable energy, smart grids, AI applications in power systems, and e-mobility, positioning him as a key contributor to energy innovation worldwide.
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Education
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vladimir Zinoviev holds a PhD in Economics and Management of the Energy Sector from the University of National and World Economy, Sofia. He earned a Master’s degree in International Economic Relations from the same institution, reflecting his strong academic foundation in both economics and energy studies. Additionally, he received recognition for his research on the sustainable development of Southeast Europe with a focus on energy sector transformation. His education combines economics, engineering, and international relations, giving him a multidisciplinary approach that enriches his contributions to energy research, digitalization, and policy frameworks in Bulgaria and abroad.
Experience
With extensive academic and professional experience, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vladimir Zinoviev directs the University Scientific Research Center for Energy Business and Infrastructure at UNWE. He has managed national and international projects, including EU Horizon-funded research on just transitions and PV-based e-mobility development. Alongside academia, he is Managing Director of Smart Consulting Group, providing strategic energy consultancy across Europe. He has also taught and lectured at leading institutions, including Kyoto University in Japan and the Polytechnic University of Marche in Italy. His expertise spans renewable integration, energy market formation, smart grids, digital power, and large-scale policy-driven energy projects.
Research Interests
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vladimir Zinoviev research interests focus on renewable energy integration, power market transformation, digital energy solutions, and e-mobility. He actively explores the role of artificial intelligence and smart grid innovations in advancing sustainable energy systems. His studies highlight the dynamics of energy markets in Eastern Europe, the potential of vehicle-to-grid technologies, and the synergies between green energy, storage, and mobility. With more than fifty scholarly works, his contributions provide insights into energy transition challenges and opportunities. His research vision integrates economic analysis, technological innovation, and sustainability to support the global shift toward clean and efficient energy systems.
Awards
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vladimir Zinoviev has received multiple awards and recognitions reflecting his academic excellence and international contributions. He was nominated for the Prize for High Scientific Achievements by the Union of Scientists in Bulgaria and honored by the Polytechnic University of Marche, Italy, for his academic collaborations. Additionally, he received recognition from the Austrian Federal Chamber of Commerce and Industry for strengthening bilateral cooperation between Austria and Bulgaria. He is also a member of the ENGAGE.EU Think Tank and has directed more than ninety successful energy projects in renewable systems, digital grids, and sustainable energy transitions.
Top Noted Publications
Title: High Penetration of Renewable Energy Sources and Power Market Formation for Countries in Energy Transition: Assessment via Price Analysis and Energy Forecasting
Year: 2023
Cited by: 20
Title: Economic Alternatives for the Transport and Energy Sector in the Crisis with Energy Supplies
Year: 2022
Cited by: 16
Title: Natural Gas and the Dynamics of the Energy Market – Eastern Europe
Year: 2024
Cited by: 12
Title: Implementation of Open-Source Solutions in the Energy Sector and in the Area of Renewable Energy
Year: 2023
Cited by: 12
Title: Open Source and Industry 4.0 Influence on the Transport and Energy Sector
Year: 2023
Cited by: 11
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