As Policy Director, Aurelie is in charge of developing and implementing the political strategy and advocacy of SolarPower Europe, the European trade association of the solar industry. She manages the policy department and coordinates the delivery of various policy, market and technology-related reports. In her function she is regularly representing her association in public events. Aurélie previously worked in the European energy sector for more than 8 years and has long-standing experience in public affairs. Prior to joining Solar Power Europe, she headed the European Affairs department of the French Union of Electricity (UFE) until 2017. Aurelie has a Master Degree in Political Science, Sciences Po Bordeaux, and a Master Degree in Public Affairs and Advocacy, Sciences Po Bordeaux. She speaks French, English, and Spanish.