Energy Trader
An Energy Trader buys and sells energy commodities such as electricity, natural gas, oil, and renewable energy credits in wholesale markets. They analyze market trends, manage risk exposure, and execute trades to maximize profitability for their organization. Working in fast-paced trading floors or remotely, they monitor real-time market data, regulatory changes, and supply-demand dynamics to make split-second decisions. Strong quantitative skills, market intuition, and knowledge of energy infrastructure are essential for success in this high-stakes role.
- energy trader
- commodity trading
- electricity trading
- natural gas trading
- power markets
- energy markets
- derivatives trading
- risk management
- wholesale energy
- futures trading
- energy commodities
- trading analytics
- FERC
- PJM
- ERCOT
Available courses
23
Students
183
Average monthly income
$8K - $29K
Carbon Credits Course
You will build a thorough understanding of how carbon markets work, covering both compliance and voluntary systems across global policy frameworks. You will learn how to develop carbon credit projects step by step, including baseline setting, additionality testing, and the full validation and registration process. The course covers carbon finance, teaching you how to model revenues, assess costs, and evaluate investment returns. You will also gain the skills to design credible corporate offsetting strategies and manage greenwashing risk. Advanced topics include digital infrastructure, Article 6 mechanics, nature-based solutions, and emerging removal technologies.
Students
67
Workload
4h - 360h
Rating
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What does a Energy Trader do
Analyze energy market data, price forecasts, and supply-demand fundamentals to identify profitable trading opportunities across electricity, natural gas, and other energy commodities.
Execute buy and sell orders in wholesale energy markets, managing open positions and ensuring trades comply with risk management policies and regulatory requirements.
Monitor real-time market conditions, weather patterns, and grid operations to adjust trading strategies and hedge against price volatility and exposure risks.
Collaborate with risk management, operations, and compliance teams to report trading activity, reconcile positions, and ensure adherence to internal controls and market regulations.
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