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This course investigates the intersection of climate change and energy challenges in developing economies, covering mechanisms for climate change adaptation and mitigation, energy subsidies, and the global health impacts of fossil fuels. It also addresses changing demographics and shifts in energy consumption patterns. The course explores opportunities to increase energy access and reduce energy poverty, including off-grid solutions like solar home systems and microgrids, as well as clean cooking technologies. In countries with more developed electric grids, we examine the resiliency of grids and power production, the growth of electric vehicles industry, hydropower development, and emerging markets in hydrogen. We also delve into recent trends in deglobalization that have impacted international trade and geopolitics, with a focus on sourcing critical materials for the clean transition and international energy supply chains. The course additionally covers the energy-water nexus, energy efficiency in developing economies, and climate finance opportunities. Practical insights are gained through case studies of developing economies.