Riwal Plougoven

Riwal Plougonven is a prominent academic at École Polytechnique, specializing in atmospheric dynamics and renewable energy, particularly wind forecasting. With a PhD from the Laboratoire de Météorologie Dynamique, his research spans over two decades and includes significant contributions to understanding internal gravity waves and their implications for atmospheric behavior. Plougonven has held postdoctoral positions at the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colorado, and has lectured at the University of St Andrews in Scotland. His work employs a blend of theoretical, numerical, and observational approaches to address complex challenges in atmospheric science.Since 2013, Plougonven has focused on wind energy, teaching courses such as "Wind Resources for Renewable Energies," where he equips students with vital knowledge about atmospheric and fluid dynamics necessary for quantifying wind resources. His research not only advances academic understanding but also contributes to practical applications in renewable energy, helping to optimize wind energy production through improved forecasting techniques.