Energy Digital Magazine October 2024 | Page 147

RUBEN VAN DEN BOSSCHE
TECHNOLOGY & AI these digital solutions are driving the transition from fossil fuels to a renewable-dominated energy system , creating value and sustainability at scale .
“ To really scale , flexibility market platforms need to be deployed in the context of an open ecosystem

“Our platform thrives on automation ”

RUBEN VAN DEN BOSSCHE CO-FOUNDER AND CEO , GORILLA

RUBEN VAN DEN BOSSCHE

TITLE : CO-FOUNDER AND CEO COMPANY : GORILLA
INDUSTRY : SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
LOCATION : ANTWERP , BELGIUM
Co-founding Gorilla with the drive to accelerate the global shift to carbonneutral energy front and centre , Ruben helps renewable energy providers navigate the evolving energy landscape with Gorilla ’ s data platform . He is a firm believer of data-driven decision making empowering the energy transition . of other services , upstream datasets and downstream analytics ,” Jo-Jo attests , highlighting how Electron ’ s multimarket platform ElectronConnect boasts innovative features and methodologies to ensure seamless and efficient management within increasingly complex energy grids .
She continues : “ ElectronConnect is built to accommodate day-ahead and future-focused real-time markets and asset trading options to maximise the uptake of renewable energy and grid capacity .
“ We understand that greater volumes of flexibility will drive more value for system operators – and more value will drive greater volume from Flexibility Service Providers ( FSPs ). These twin needs must be addressed together to start the virtuous circle .”
As energy costs rise , technologies move faster and commitment to sustainability becomes increasingly paramount . This , Frédéric adds , brings home the need for a “ trusted , devoted ally ” in the form of technologicallydriven infrastructure .
“ Armed with comprehensive knowledge of the unique systems that power their business , customers can make the best decisions in a challenging context of changing regulations , data requirements , technologies and energy mix ,” he asserts .
Giving an example , Ruben adds : “ Our platform thrives on automation . The speed and quality of data collection also strengthens our customers ’ ability to forecast . We can help model
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