Riccardo Patrian is an experienced professional in the energy sector, currently serving as an Intra-day Power and Gas Trader at EDF Energy since October 2020, focusing on optimizing asset-backed trading for gas-fired, coal-fired, and battery units. Previously, Riccardo worked as a Power Market Analyst at Green Network UK Plc, where responsibilities included analyzing European electricity trading positions and developing hedging strategies. Riccardo's extensive background also includes roles as a Market Expert at ICIS, where insights into EU electricity markets and regulatory updates were provided, and as an Energy Industry Analyst at Visiongain. Early career experiences include journalism with Gruppo Editoriale L'Espresso and research roles at Quattrogatti.info and the Gianni Pellicani Foundation. Riccardo holds a Master's degree in Public Policy from UCL and has a solid educational foundation in Public Administration and International Relations from the University of Bologna.