Independent energy markets advisory
POLITE energy offer independant advisory for energy companies, users, investors, and government agencies.
The energy sector is a unique blend of policy, innovation, technology, and economics. Cascade effects and interdependencies are real and navigating the sector requires a truly holistic approach. Simply put; we operate in the twilight zone between these four, with the Nordic energy market as our home soil even if we regularly conduct advisory on the international scene.
Our advisory services cover commercial outlooks, scenario development & analysis, business development, regulatory & market assessment, market design development, operational decision support. All of which often includes a quantitative twist.
Providing knowledge-based, unbiased advisory is what we do. We believe it is a trust thing, why we go way back with many of our clients.
SERVICES
Rapid change in energy markets demand new strategies and business models
Our advice and combination of qualitative and quantitative analysis supports business development, regulatory changes, investment decisions, reduces risk and maximise revenues.
Electricity retail
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Policy & Regulation
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Investment advisory
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Grid tariffs & district heating
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Auxillary services & demand response
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Education & Workshops
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ABOUT
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APPROACH
Our goal is to help all actors navigate the energy transition with confidence
"By looking at complex energy markets problems through the lens of Politics, Innovation, Techonology, and Economics we can provide detailed advice without missing the bigger picture".
Co-founder & Partner (MSc. Eng)
Jakob Helbrink
Jakob has 15 years of experience working as an independant advisory in the energy sector. Jakob has experience working with a wide range of clients, including both public and private sector. Jakob has a particular drive for holistic understanding, and a quantitative mindset.
Co-founder & Partner (MSc. Eng)
Christian Holtz
Christian has worked in the Nordic energy markets since 2009, with experience spanning physical and financial power trading, long-term electricity market scenario analysis, market design and policy, as well as district heating policy, pricing, and regulation.
Consultant (MSc. Eng)
Bethel Zaya
Bethel graduated from KTH (MSc. Eng) in 2024 with a specialisation in physics and applied matemathics. Bethel is particularly interested in modelling and data-driven analysis.
Consultant (MSc. Eng)
Victor Renefalk
Victor graduated from KTH (MSc. Eng) in 2025 with a specialisation in energy systems analysis. Victor is particularly interested in strategic business development, market intelligence and data-driven analysis.
PEOPLE
We are polite
The name POLITE is an abbreviation for Policy, Innovation, Technology and Economics.
We believe that these four dimensions strongly influences and explains the complex landscape and fundamentals of the energy sector.
Grasping all dimensions is a necessity, and our understanding the interdependency yields better insights for us and ultimately a more solid advisory service for our clients.
And last but definitely not least; we believe being polite is never a bad approach, especially in these turbulent times.
VALUES
Being polite is not enough
Competence
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Efficiency
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Trust
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