Joaquin Castillo

Joaquin Castillo is the CEO of Acciona Energy North America, a position he has held since March 2021. He is based in Chicago, Illinois, and has nearly three decades of experience in the energy sector, particularly focusing on renewable energy.

Professional Background

• Acciona Energy North America: As CEO, Castillo leads the company's operations in the North American market, overseeing various renewable energy projects and initiatives.
• Acciona Energia: Prior to his current role, he served as Senior Vice President of Global Business Development from December 2015 to March 2021, where he was instrumental in expanding the company's global footprint in renewable energy.
• First Solar: He held several roles at First Solar, including Director of Global Business Development for Wind Energy and Regional Manager for Spain and Italy.
• EUFER ENEL Union Fenosa Renovables: Castillo also worked in various capacities within this organization, focusing on planning, control, and commercial strategies for renewable energy projects in Southern Europe.

Education

Joaquin Castillo holds a degree in Industrial Engineering with a specialization in Energy Technologies from the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV). He also completed an advanced management program at the IESE Business School - University of Navarra.

His extensive background in both engineering and business development positions him as a significant leader in the renewable energy sector, driving initiatives that align with sustainable practices and innovative energy solutions.1