Kelsey Jonat
About Kelsey Jonat
Kelsey Jonat serves as the Manager of West Project Development at Clearway Energy Group, bringing extensive experience in project development and community organizing in the renewable energy sector. Previously, Jonat held various roles at companies such as Avantus, SunCommon, and SunPower Corporation, contributing to her expertise in the field.
Work at Clearway Energy Group
Kelsey Jonat currently holds the position of Manager, West Project Development at Clearway Energy Group. She has been in this role since 2021, contributing to project development initiatives in the San Francisco Bay Area. Her responsibilities include overseeing project development processes and collaborating with various stakeholders to advance renewable energy projects.
Previous Experience in Renewable Energy
Before joining Clearway Energy Group, Kelsey Jonat worked at Avantus in various capacities. She served as a Development Associate from 2018 to 2020 and later as Development Manager from 2020 to 2021. Her experience also includes a role as a Utility Project Development Analyst at SunPower Corporation from 2017 to 2018, where she focused on utility-scale solar projects.
Early Career in Community Engagement
Kelsey Jonat began her career as a Solar Community Organizer at SunCommon from 2015 to 2016. In this role, she engaged with local communities to promote solar energy adoption. Additionally, she worked as a Sales Coordinator at Residence Inn by Marriott from 2014 to 2015, where she managed sales operations.
Education and Expertise
Kelsey Jonat holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism from the University of Vermont, where she studied from 2010 to 2014. She also studied Business Administration and Management at the University of Otago during a semester abroad in 2013. Her educational background supports her expertise in project development and renewable energy.
Fellowship and Professional Development
Kelsey Jonat participated in the Climate Corps Bay Area Fellowship with SEI: Building Leaders for a Resilient World from 2017 to 2018. This fellowship provided her with valuable experience in climate-related projects and enhanced her skills in sustainability and community engagement.