Scott Starr

Scott Starr is an experienced professional in the renewable energy sector with a diverse background in project development, finance, and leadership roles. He served as the Managing Director at Leyline Renewable Capital, LLC from September 2019 to June 2022.13 Leyline Renewable Capital is an investor that provides creative financing for renewable energy developers and project portfolios, focusing on accelerating the development process and helping developers scale.1

Career Highlights

Current Role::

• Managing Partner at Highline Renewables LLC (since January 2023)1
• Adjunct Professor at Duke University (since July 2022)1

Previous Positions::

• CEO at Level 9 (2011-2019)1
• Senior Vice President, Solar at Dynamic Energy (2013-2019)1
• Vice President, US Sales & Channel Development at Solyndra (2011)1
• Director, Commercial & Utility Solar at EDF Renewables North America (2009-2011)1
• Manager, Project Development at First Solar (2008-2009)1
• Manager, Renewables Market Strategy & Solar Product Line at GE (2005-2008)1

Education and Certifications

• MBA in Strategy & Marketing from Duke University - The Fuqua School of Business1
• BME in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology1
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification from GE1

Expertise

Scott has over 18 years of experience in renewable energy, specializing in project development, finance, and sales and marketing leadership.2 His expertise spans across various aspects of the solar and renewable energy industry, including utility-scale projects, distributed generation, and energy storage solutions.12

Achievements

• Contributed to the development of more than 1 GW of utility-scale renewable energy projects1
• Received multiple President's Club/Top Sales Performer Awards1
• Participated in endurance sports events, including the World Championship Ironman Triathlon and the Great NY 100-mile ultra1

Scott Starr's extensive experience and leadership roles in the renewable energy sector have positioned him as a knowledgeable and accomplished professional in the field of sustainable energy development and financing.