Bernard Andre
About Bernard Andre
Bernard Andre is an Energy Resources Optimization Specialist with extensive experience in hydro-generation optimization within the electric power industry. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Polytechnique Montréal and has worked in various roles across multiple organizations since the mid-1980s.
Work at dcbel
Bernard Andre has been employed at dcbel as an Energy Resources Optimization Specialist since 2015. In this role, he focuses on optimizing energy resources, leveraging his extensive experience in hydro-generation optimization. His contributions are integral to the company's efforts in enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability within the electric power industry.
Education and Expertise
Bernard Andre holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Mechanical Engineering from Polytechnique Montréal, where he studied from 1980 to 1985. He furthered his education with a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in the same field at Polytechnique Montréal, completing his studies from 1987 to 1989. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his over 20 years of specialization in hydro-generation optimization.
Background
Bernard Andre has a diverse professional background in the electric power industry. He began his career as a Research Assistant at CHU Sainte-Justine Research Centre from 1986 to 1994. He then transitioned to various roles, including Software Analyst and Developer at CIMA+, and Team Leader at Synexus Global. His experience spans several companies, including Fujitsu Canada and UTILICASE Inc., where he focused on energy management and analysis.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Bernard Andre has made significant contributions to various projects. He developed a battery degradation model for Ossiaco, which aids in assessing battery operation costs. He also conducted an assessment of data volume and flow for Ossiaco's cloud-based infrastructure, supporting their NanoGrid and HydroGrid products. Additionally, he played a key role in developing the optimization model for Ossiaco's NanoGrid product and contributed to critical modules for Hydro-Quebec Generation's energy trading floor application.