Nicholas Benjamin
About Nicholas Benjamin
Nicholas Benjamin is a Director at Clearway Energy Group, specializing in M&A due diligence within the renewable energy sector. He has extensive experience in project development and management across various renewable energy projects and has worked with multiple organizations in the field since 2005.
Current Role at Clearway Energy Group
Nicholas Benjamin serves as Director at Clearway Energy Group, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he engages with a wide range of stakeholders to advance complex renewable energy projects. His responsibilities include overseeing project development and ensuring alignment with organizational goals in the renewable energy sector.
Previous Experience at Clearway Energy Group
Prior to his current role, Nicholas worked at Clearway Energy Group as Senior Development Manager for seven months in Vermont from 2018 to 2019. His focus during this time included managing renewable energy project development and contributing to the company's strategic initiatives.
Professional Background in Renewable Energy
Nicholas has extensive experience in the renewable energy sector. He worked as a Project Developer at EDP Renewables from 2008 to 2012 in Portland, OR, and at Cascade Hydro from 2012 to 2013 in the San Francisco Bay Area. He also held the position of Solar Development Manager at E.ON from 2013 to 2015, further solidifying his expertise in renewable energy project development.
Education and Expertise
Nicholas holds a Bachelor of Arts in Conservation Biology from Middlebury College, where he studied from 2001 to 2005. He also studied at Franklin College in Switzerland for 11 months in 2001. His academic background complements his professional expertise in GIS and cartography, which are essential for renewable energy project development.
Skills in Project Management and Analysis
Nicholas specializes in M&A due diligence within the renewable energy sector. He has experience managing interconnection and transmission aspects of power project development. Additionally, he is skilled in market analysis for various renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, and hydro, which enhances his effectiveness in project management.