Eurelectric has employed Bruce Douglas as director for business development and communications.
An astute business professional, Mr. Douglas holds an MSc. in Renewable Energy Systems Technology and has over 20 years of experience in the energy sector, mostly dealing with strategic, operational and financial matters across a range of international markets.
He joins Eurelectric after serving as Deputy CEO of SolarPower Europe for the past 5 years. During this time he helped broaden the scope of activities to include storage, e-mobility and digitalisation. He also established and coordinates the RE-Source Platform, an influential alliance of stakeholders promoting corporate renewable energy sourcing. Earlier in his career, Mr Douglas served in WindEurope for 10 years – as head of sales and marketing and COO. He also founded both the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) and the Global Solar Council (GSC).
Kristian Ruby, Secretary General of Eurelectric, said:
“Bruce brings a wealth of experience and extensive knowledge of the renewable technologies that will shape our sector in the coming decades.”
He added:
“I am most pleased to have such a strong profile joining our executive team and helping to take the association to a new level.”
Bruce Douglas said:
“I am delighted to join Eurelectric at such an important time in the European electricity sector. The European Green Deal provides a unique opportunity to transition to a smart, energy efficient and truly sustainbable energy sector. I look forward to bringing my passion and experience in the renewable energy sector to the challenge of electrifying and decarbonising the European economy.“
Bruce Douglas will join Eurelectric in May.
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