Energy Transition Readiness

Project name: Energy Transition Readiness
Project Lead: Prof. Dr. Anna Sabidussi
Researchers: Dr. Tijmen Weber, Oliver Ntenje
Partner: Jack Wasser – Project Developer Energy Transition Built Environment, Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij (BOM)
Start date: 2024
Status: Ongoing
Project duration: 2024–2026

The Energy Transition Readiness Tool helps organizations understand how far they are in their energy transition journey. By assessing technological, behavioral, and structural indicators, the tool highlights strengths and identifies targeted areas for improvement. This, in turn, supports strategic decision-making, organizational alignment, and long-term sustainability planning.

The transition to sustainable energy systems requires more than technological solutions. Organizations must also develop the behavioral, cultural, and structural capacity to adapt. Many lack insight into their current readiness level or how to prioritise actions. The tool originated from research conducted by Prof. Dr. Anna Sabidussi and Jack Wasser (BOM). Their academic paper established the foundations for a practical assessment method, which is now being further developed in co-creation with businesses.

This project examines organizational readiness while identifying key behavioral, technological, and structural barriers that may slow progress. By translating these insights into practical guidance, the project supports organizations in setting realistic priorities and defining clear next steps. At the same time, it enables benchmarking across organizations and sectors, creating a broader perspective on transition progress. The findings also provide actionable insights for policymakers and regional stakeholders, supporting informed decision-making and targeted interventions.

The Energy Transition Readiness Project will deliver:

• A validated assessment tool for organizations navigating the energy transition.
• Data-driven insights for strategic, operational, and policy decisions.
• Improved understanding of organizational barriers and opportunities.
• Capacity-building for professionals working in sustainability and change management
• The tool can also support policymakers by identifying areas requiring intervention.

Students from the Minor Data-Driven Decision Making in Business contributed to early stages of the project by developing a prototype dashboard using simulated data, helping shape the tool’s visual concepts. Future student involvement will focus on analysis, validation, and case studies emerging from the pilot phase.

For more information, reach out to Prof. Dr. Anna Sabidussi via researchcenter.isb@han.nl