Paddy Padmanathan

Paddy Padmanathan is a highly experienced engineering and energy professional with a remarkable career spanning over 40 years.

He plays a crucial role in ACWA Power as part of the executive leadership team, driving the company's transformation from a startup in 2004 to a prominent player in power generation and water production plants globally.

Through his guidance, ACWA Power has grown to manage a portfolio of 62 assets worth USD 62.6 billion, generating 38.9 GW of power and 5.8 million m3/day of desalinated water, headquartered in Saudi Arabia.

Paddy's strategic focus on cost leadership and business strategies has enabled ACWA Power to deliver electricity and desalinated water reliably and responsibly at competitive rates.

He is instrumental in leading ACWA Power's renewable energy initiatives, positioning the company as a frontrunner in driving down the costs of clean energy worldwide.

Before his tenure at ACWA Power, Paddy held the role of Vice President and Corporate Officer at Black and Veatch, where he successfully developed privately financed power, water, and wastewater projects in multiple countries.

Paddy Padmanathan holds a degree in Engineering from the University of Manchester, United Kingdom, and is actively involved in multiple companies' Boards of Directors globally, focused on power and water development.

As the Chief Executive Officer at ACWA Power, Paddy Padmanathan continues to showcase his leadership and expertise in the engineering and energy sectors, driving innovation and growth within the organization.