Louise Anderson
About Louise Anderson
Louise Anderson is an Electricity Industry Manager at the World Economic Forum, where she has worked since 2017. She has extensive experience in the electricity sector, having held various engineering and advisory roles at EirGrid and ENTSO-E, and has advanced academic qualifications including a Bachelor's degree from Dublin City University and an MBA from EU Business School.
Work at World Economic Forum
Louise Anderson has been serving as the Electricity Industry Manager at the World Economic Forum since 2017. In this role, she leads the 'Systems of Cyber Resilience: Electricity' initiative, which focuses on enhancing the resilience of electricity systems through public-private collaboration. Additionally, she co-leads an initiative that examines the role of industrial clusters in accelerating the transition to net zero emissions. Her work at the World Economic Forum is centered on developing strategies that address global energy challenges.
Previous Experience at EirGrid
Prior to her current role, Louise Anderson worked at EirGrid, where she held several positions. She was a Grid Development & Commercial Engineer from 2009 to 2011, followed by roles as Senior Transmission Maintenance Engineer from 2011 to 2013 and Senior Lead Transmission Maintenance Engineer from 2013 to 2015. Her experience at EirGrid involved overseeing various aspects of electricity transmission and maintenance, contributing to the development of Ireland's electricity infrastructure.
Experience at ENTSO-E
Louise Anderson has held multiple roles at ENTSO-E, where she contributed to the organization's mission in the electricity sector. She served as the ENTSO-E liaison with IEC TC57 for 11 months in 2016 in Belgium. Additionally, she worked as a Market / Research, Development & Innovation Advisor from 2015 to 2016 in Brussels. In these roles, she focused on market research and innovation strategies within the European electricity landscape.
Education and Expertise
Louise Anderson holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Dublin City University, which she completed from 2000 to 2004. She later pursued an MBA at EU Business School, graduating in 2016. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in both technical and business aspects of the electricity industry, enhancing her expertise in energy management and strategy development.
International Energy Community Initiatives
Louise Anderson initiated a high-level International Energy Community in China aimed at accelerating the energy transition. She is responsible for developing energy strategies related to both China and India, focusing on fostering collaboration and innovation in the energy sector. Her work in these areas reflects her commitment to addressing global energy challenges and promoting sustainable practices.