renewable energy

Hey folks. Spent a lot of time as a ghost on these forums back when I was trying to figure out what I was doing - figured I'd give back a little for anyone who's looking at the renewable energy infra/project finance space, with specific emphasis on the buy side. ### Background I've got a slightly...

04 Jul 2019

Literally what the topic title says, it is getting beyond out of hand at this point. I came into this sector to value REAL Assets not an imaginary pipeline that is 60% "it might reach COD 5+ years from now", every major investor wants a platform for their ESG targets and that's great, COP 2069 for...

05 Jan 2022

I am entering a full time MBA program (M7 program with a strong finance reputation) with the goal of exiting to renewable/clean energy IB upon graduation. I am hoping for some advice on which firms to target. My understanding is that renewable/clean energy teams will be grouped into the energy group...

26 May 2020

Many of the finance / investing magnates got their big break by being ahead of the curve or simply being in the right place at the right time. If you were a trader at a bank in the mid 70s, you likely made a boatload of money in the 80s when that business took off. Similar situation to when...

21 Dec 2019

Hi, question up front: I am interested in getting into energy infrastructure investing, specifically renewables, hydrogen, power transmission, etc., either on the equity or debt side. I am wondering whether the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) cert is a possible way in as someone from...

08 Nov 2020

Hi, I will start my new job in a few weeks time. Its my first private equity job. The fund will specifically focus on renewable energy projects. What kind of tasks should I expect to get? Is renewables PE any different from regular PE in terms of financial analysis with DCFs, etc? Thanks

11 Aug 2021

Hi guys Was wondering what sort of career prospects are there from doing some time in a renewable energy / sustainable tech growth capital / venture capital firm? Could one move onto a more traditional VC firm? Funds raised are worth 100-200m a piece (not sure how many currently though) and part of...

13 Sep 2018

Hi folks, I am interviewing right now and would like to pick your brains. I'm broadly interested in opportunistic developments, but do not have a strong preference for a particular asset class. I am far along in my candidacy for: 1. A Land Acquisitions/Entitlements Role with an Energy Asset...

04 May 2021

After beginning my career in energy (primarily o&g) I've become far more interested in moving to a firm focused exclusively in the renewables space. I am more interested in boutique firms rather than power groups in larger banks. One name I have come across that seems to have less info published on...

24 May 2020

All, I'd love to get some feedback on a few things. Quick spiel: started as a finance major (3.75) but I changed to mech eng. w/ minor in sustainable energy tech (now have 3.2). I knew from friends and family that I could easily teach myself modeling and accounting principles, but not the quant...

07 Feb 2020

Going to keep this short. What are people's opinions on cleantech IB? Any thoughts on places like Greentech Capital Advisors or ThinkGreen! for example? I'm extremely focused and dedicated to IB -- but I'm trying to specialize into cleantech/renewables because it's been an interest of mine for quite...

17 Jul 2015

Hey guys, I have 2 offers (Graduating Senior) and need a little help on Pro's and Cons for exit opps, b-school, etc. Goldman Sachs Technology Division-- Software Developer --vs.-- Renewable Energy Solar Company-- Business Development (Small, more startup culture, yet heavily funded and invested)...

03 Sep 2015

German Chancellor Angela Merkel announced on 30 May that Germany, the world's fourth-largest economy and Europe's biggest, would shutter all of its 17 nuclear power plants between 2015 and 2022, an extraordinary commitment, given that they currently produce about 28 percent of the country's...

19 Oct 2011

Seeking some insight into Renewable Energy sector. I roughly have 3 years of experience working for a Boutique/Middle Market bank in the Consumer Products sector; However, now I am independent consultant and I have been contracted by individual to create a model for a start-up renewable energy -...

20 May 2010

The domestic alternative energy policy in the US seems to rotate on semantics and adding words to other words to make it look like something is going on. However, the truth of the matter is, energy policy is as defunct as ever and on most fronts the US is lagging far behind. Mostly it is a disregard...

08 Aug 2011

As Oilprice.com embarks on its Top 5 series, we thought it expedient to begin with our take on the key figures shaping and influencing U.S. renewable energy efforts, not least because the issue of energy security is being prioritized in campaigning ahead of U.S. presidential elections. In...

27 Apr 2012

In any country, at the end of the proverbial day, both energy utilities and consumers are finally interested in the technologies that generate a kilowatt of electricity most inexpensively, all other considerations aside. Accordingly, all countries involved in solar energy are optimists, but nascent...

28 Oct 2011

Greening the European Union has suffered a setback. The European Biodiesel Board is reporting that the European Union biodiesel industry production forecasts are noting a 2011 decrease in output, the first since data has been gathered, down from 2010 figures of 9.57 million tons. The European...

21 Oct 2011

Alternative energy (or renewable energy) is a new manufacturing industry paradigm that is in its infancy. However, the discussion is not new, and it looks as if the United States has positioned itself to be behind history on what can be a very promising industry for a stumbling economy. After the...

25 Jul 2011

The Asian Development Bank launched a $9 billion solar power initiative to develop projects generating 3,000 megawatts by 2012. The announcement, which came at the regional lending agency's annual meeting in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, said that Central Asian countries would be prime candidates for siting...

05 May 2010

The U.S. Department of Energy is using funds from last year's economic stimulus package to guarantee $1.37 billion in loans for a solar energy project in California's Mojave Desert. The project mounted by BrightSource Energy would be the world's largest solar thermal power plant when built. "We're...

23 Feb 2010

Hey everyone! I was wondering if there is an energy banker here who can explain to me the difference between a Project Finance valuation of a solar plant and a wind plant. I did not find a financial model on the topic so if somebody has some materials, I would love to see them. Thanks!

06 Feb 2021

Would a commercial analyst position at a renewable energy company allow me to eventually move into a corporate strategy/development role? My background consists of a non-target undergrad, top U.S. MSF, and I interned in investment banking (M&A). I interviewed for a few corp dev analyst positions out...

10 Mar 2016

I'm a junior applying for IB summer analyst positions for this summer and I want to work with clean tech, is that something that I should bring up in the cover letter and interview or should I figure it out later? Thanks!

24 Sep 2019

Given the rapid drop in cost of Natural gas, where do you see the future of renewable energy? Is it sensible to invest in that technology given the tremendous reserves of natural gas or do you think that future technology improvements will make it cost-competitive with natural gas?

18 Jul 2014

Anyone have insight into the hours, compensation, and/or exit opps for Bryan Garnier & Co ? If you have info on comparable boutiques (in Europe), that would help too. Thanks !

09 Apr 2011

Wind energy business comes under fire over subsidies and corruption. We also look at the Obama administration's geothermal program, climategate and renewable energy issues. Full article at: Renewable Energy

03 Feb 2010