John Lucas
About John Lucas
John Lucas is the Managing Director Regional Leader for North America at Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners and has over 18 years of experience in the energy sector. He previously held significant roles at Amazon Web Services, Morgan Stanley, and Facebook, focusing on renewable energy procurement and energy trading.
Work at Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners
John Lucas serves as the Managing Director Regional Leader North America at Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners, a role he has held since 2022. In this position, he oversees operations and strategy for the North American region, focusing on renewable energy investments and infrastructure development. His leadership is integral to advancing Quinbrook's mission of promoting sustainable energy solutions.
Previous Experience at Amazon Web Services
Prior to his current role, John Lucas worked at Amazon Web Services (AWS) in various capacities. He was the Head of Renewables and Energy Procurement for the Americas from 2020 to 2022, where he led significant renewable energy procurement initiatives. He also served as Senior Energy Procurement Manager from 2017 to 2018, contributing to AWS's efforts in sustainable energy sourcing.
Career Background in Energy Trading
John Lucas has extensive experience in energy trading, having held positions at Morgan Stanley and Shell Energy North America. He worked as an Energy Trader at Morgan Stanley from 2011 to 2017 and at Shell from 2008 to 2010. His roles involved managing energy trading operations and strategies, which provided him with a strong foundation in the energy sector.
Education and Expertise
John Lucas holds a Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. His educational background complements his over 18 years of experience in the energy sector, where he has developed expertise in areas such as energy procurement, sustainable engineering, and infrastructure development.
Achievements in Renewable Energy Procurement
During his tenure at AWS, John Lucas was part of a team that set records for renewable energy procurement, achieving over 4GW in 2020 and over 6GW in 2021. His leadership in renewable energy initiatives contributed significantly to corporate sustainability goals and positioned AWS as a leader in renewable energy sourcing.