Kevin Yates
About Kevin Yates
Kevin Yates serves as the Senior Director of Origination at Clearway Energy Group, where he has significantly contributed to the company's expansion across 28 states. With a background in solar energy and business development, he has held various positions at notable companies including SunEdison and ENGIE Storage.
Work at Clearway Energy Group
Kevin Yates serves as the Senior Director of Origination at Clearway Energy Group since 2018. In this role, he has been instrumental in expanding the company's origination portfolio across 28 states. His strategic initiatives have contributed to the company's capacity to power 2.7 million homes. Yates also played a key role in the transition and integration of assets from NRG Renewables and NRG Yield into Clearway Energy Group.
Previous Experience at SunEdison
Yates worked at SunEdison in various roles from 2012 to 2016. He began as a Solar Leadership Intern in 2012 for two months, then progressed to a Solar Leadership Program Associate for 11 months from 2013 to 2014. He later served as Manager of Power Origination from 2014 to 2016 for two years. His tenure at SunEdison provided him with significant experience in solar energy and power origination.
Experience at ENGIE Storage
In 2018, Yates worked as the Director of Business Development at ENGIE Storage, formerly known as Green Charge, for six months. This position allowed him to further develop his expertise in energy storage solutions and business development within the renewable energy sector.
Educational Background
Kevin Yates earned his MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management, where he studied from 2011 to 2013. Prior to that, he obtained a BA from Dartmouth College, completing his degree from 2002 to 2006. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for his roles in the energy sector.
Experience at Cambridge Associates
Before his work in the renewable energy sector, Yates spent four years at Cambridge Associates from 2007 to 2011, where he held the position of Senior Research Associate. He also worked as a Consulting Associate for one year from 2006 to 2007. His experience at Cambridge Associates provided him with a strong foundation in research and consulting.