Sarah Spector

Sarah Spector is a prominent figure in the renewable energy sector, currently serving as the Senior Manager of Origination at Candela Renewables, LLC. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, her role involves identifying, negotiating, and executing utility-scale Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with renewable energy buyers across the United States. Candela Renewables is actively developing a substantial pipeline of over 8 GW of solar projects and 4.6 GW of storage projects.13

Professional Background

Before her tenure at Candela, Sarah held significant positions in the energy sector:

• Clearway Energy Group: She managed origination and business development for commercial and public sector customers, specializing in Community Solar and Green Tariff programs. During her time there, she supported the development and financing of over 125 projects.12
• NRG Energy: Sarah worked on their Business Solutions and Renewables teams, focusing on commercial power marketing and project development for onsite solar and community solar projects. She contributed to over 280 MW of successful projects during her time with NRG.23

Education

Sarah holds a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Studies, with a focus on Geology, from Amherst College.12

Skills and Expertise

Her expertise encompasses:

• Renewable energy project development
• Community Solar programs
• Business development strategies
• Environmental compliance

Sarah Spector is recognized for her contributions to advancing renewable energy solutions and her strategic role in facilitating large-scale solar initiatives in the U.S..13