EP. 284 Luuk Veeken on navigating volatility in Europe’s power markets

This week on Energy Unplugged, Claudia Gunter is joined by Luuk Veeken, CEO and co-founder of Dexter Energy. Together, they explore how rising renewable penetration is driving short-term power market volatility – and why success increasingly depends on mastering real-time trading and forecasting. Luuk explains how the shift from predictable, subsidy-backed renewables to weather-driven, merchant assets is transforming the market. With falling capture prices, rising imbalance costs, and more frequent price spikes, generators must move from simply maximizing output to actively optimizing value – continuously updating positions as forecasts evolve. The conversation highlights how improved forecasting, intraday trading, and automation can significantly reduce imbalance exposure, while also examining the growing role of batteries, evolving market design, and cross-border balancing in stabilizing prices. Looking ahead, Luuk outlines how AI-driven forecasting and automated trading will shape the next generation of renewable business models. You will learn about: Why short-term volatility and imbalance costs are rising in renewable-heavy systems How forecasting and intraday trading can protect revenues The role of market design and cross-border balancing in price formation How AI, automation, and batteries are reshaping renewable trading strategies Registration for the leading annual gathering of the European energy industry – the Aurora Spring Forum, taking place on 29th April 2026, in London is open - a one-day deep dive into the biggest strategic questions shaping Europe’s energy transition, plus top-tier networking and a live recording of Energy Unplugged. Book now at and use code PODCAST20 for 20% off.

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EP. 284 Luuk Veeken on navigating volatility in Europe’s power markets is an episode from Energy Unplugged by Aurora Energy Research.

This episode is 29:46 long.

This episode was published on Apr 8, 2026.

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