Nick Abrams
About Nick Abrams
Nick Abrams serves as the Managing Director for the West Region at Clearway Energy Group, where he leads the company's green hydrogen strategy. With over a decade of experience in the renewable energy sector, he has held various roles in business development and project finance across multiple organizations.
Current Role at Clearway Energy Group
Nick Abrams serves as the Managing Director for the West Region at Clearway Energy Group. He has held this position since 2022, working from Boulder, Colorado. In this role, he leads the company's green hydrogen strategy, focusing on innovative energy solutions that align with Clearway's commitment to renewable energy.
Previous Experience at Clearway Energy Group
Prior to his current role, Nick Abrams worked as the Senior Director of Business Development at Clearway Energy Group from 2020 to 2022. He was responsible for driving business growth and development initiatives within the organization. His tenure at Clearway Energy Group began in 2018 when he served as the Director of Business Development until 2020 in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Professional Background in Energy Sector
Nick Abrams has extensive experience in the energy sector, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He was a Director of M&A at NRG Energy from 2016 to 2018 and served as a Project Finance Manager at the same company from 2012 to 2016. His career also includes a position as an Associate Analyst in Energy Procurement at Pacific Gas and Electric Company from 2009 to 2010 and as a Project Developer at Iberdrola Renewables from 2010 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Nick Abrams studied at the University of California, Davis, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Policy, Analysis, and Planning with a concentration in Energy Policy, both from 2003 to 2008. He possesses expertise in structured finance, including debt, tax equity, and cash equity, and has over 10 years of experience negotiating various agreements, including MIPA, LLCA, and power purchase agreements.
Achievements in Renewable Energy Transactions
Throughout his career, Nick Abrams has achieved significant milestones in the renewable energy sector. He has successfully completed over 2GW of renewable energy transactions, representing more than $3.5 billion in enterprise value. His experience encompasses project and portfolio acquisitions and origination, contributing to the growth and development of renewable energy initiatives.