Mattox Hall

Mattox Hall is the Vice President of Utility Development at Third Pillar Solar, based in Portland.2 He has a strong background in renewable energy and business strategy, having previously worked at Vestas Americas in their Strategy & Market Intelligence group.1

Education and Career Path

Mattox graduated from Duke University with a joint Master's of Environmental Management/MBA degree, focusing on Energy & Environment.1 This dual program, which combines the resources of Duke's Fuqua School of Business and the Nicholas School of the Environment, provided him with a solid foundation in both business and environmental management.1

After graduation, Mattox joined Vestas Americas, a wind energy company, where he worked in business development and analytics.1 His role there involved helping the organization and sales teams understand market trends and how to capitalize on them.1

Current Role and Expertise

At Third Pillar Solar, Mattox leads utility development efforts. His experience and education have positioned him well for this role in the renewable energy sector. He has demonstrated expertise in:

• Market intelligence and strategy
• Business development
• Analytics
• Renewable energy markets and technologies

Industry Insights

During his time at Vestas, Mattox shared some valuable insights about the renewable energy industry:

• He noted that advancements in technology were having a significant impact on the industry.1
• Wind and solar had become the cheapest forms of power, both for new builds and compared to the marginal cost of the grid.1
• Policy changes, such as the extension of production tax credits, were providing more certainty to the wind industry.1
• There was increasing interest from new investors, particularly utilities, in owning renewable energy projects.1

Mattox's career trajectory showcases the growing opportunities in the renewable energy sector for professionals with a combination of business acumen and environmental expertise.