In this episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, Kimberlee Centera, CEO of TerraPro Solutions, shares her journey as a trailblazer in renewable energy risk management, and her mission to mentor and elevate women in the clean energy sector.
SAN DIEGO, Feb. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With over 24 GW of solar, wind, and energy storage projects developed under her leadership, Kimberlee Centera has built a company that not only mitigates project risks but also empowers the next generation of female leaders. As one of the only female CEOs of a privately held, utility-scale renewable energy consulting firm, she is skillfully driving change in a traditionally male-dominated industry.
Key Topics Covered:
- Risk management in renewable energy – Common challenges in solar and wind development and strategies for mitigating project risks.
- Legal and financial complexities – Navigating title issues, mineral rights, and multi-agency negotiations.
- Industry trends and innovations – The role of AI, evolving policies, and the future of utility scale clean energy projects.
- Mentorship and leadership – How Kimberlee is fostering the next generation of women leaders in renewables.
- Building a strong network – The power of relationships in successful project development.
"I am grateful to Wes for giving me the opportunity to shed light on some of the complexities of utility scale renewable project development and how to effectively navigate them," remarked Kimberlee Centera. "And for letting me illustrate the importance of coaching and mentoring our future industry leaders."
"Kimberlee is a remarkable leader and role model," said Wes Ashworth. "She possesses a wealth of knowledge and wisdom that can only be gained from courageously tackling real world challenges."
Kimberlee is deeply committed to increasing representation, providing leadership opportunities, and ensuring women's voices are heard at the highest levels of the industry. From mentoring women in India, Brazil, and the U.S., to cultivating an inclusive culture at TerraPro Solutions, she is actively shaping the future of renewable energy leadership. She believes in the power of asking for help, seeking mentorship, and building strong networks. In this episode, she shares actionable advice for women entering or advancing in the sector, as well as her vision for a more diverse and inclusive clean energy industry.
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TerraPro Solutions is a leading renewable energy project development consultancy. The company has generated over 24 GWs in solar, wind, and energy storage. With a total financed value of over $25 billion, TerraPro Solutions is a top development consultancy in the renewables market. TerraPro Solutions provides high-level expertise in the development and implementation of renewable energy projects including wind, solar, and energy storage. From inception to transaction closing, TerraPro's team of experts possess the real-world knowledge to continually assess and mitigate risk, to ensure that all legal requirements and project milestones are met. For more information, contact Annemarie Osborne at [email protected] or visit .
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Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, is a podcast dedicated to unveiling the stories, insights, and strategies of the most influential leaders in the renewable energy sector. Our mission is to offer a platform where the voices of innovators, pioneers, and visionaries in renewable energy are amplified, sharing their journey, challenges, and triumphs with a global audience. For more information, contact Wes Ashworth, [email protected], 757-707-4000 or visit:
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Annemarie Osborne, TerraPro Solutions, 949-237-2906, [email protected],
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