CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Sept. 4, 2012) - BluEarth Renewables Inc. (BluEarth) today announced the addition of Marlo Raynolds to their executive team in the role of Vice President, Market Development.
Marlo holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering and a Masters in Management with 16 years of experience in the energy sector. Marlo was most recently the Executive Director of a national energy and environment think-tank, the Pembina Institute.
The role of Vice President, Market Development is a key strategic role for BluEarth that will focus on improving and expanding BluEarth's markets for low impact renewable energy projects.
"We are very excited to have Marlo join the BluEarth team. Marlo brings a wealth of public policy experience that directly impacts our business strategy and long term goals," said Kent Brown, President & CEO of BluEarth. "For BluEarth and Canada to become leading renewable power producers, we require further improvement and expansion of our markets leading to more new jobs through reliable clean power."
BluEarth is focused on the acquisition, development, construction, and operation of hydro, wind, and solar projects in North America, with an initial focus primarily in Canada. BluEarth's strategic goals include the acquisition of renewable projects in development. To date, BluEarth has raised over $167 million in equity committed capital from its founders, ARC Financial, the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan, and other investors. Coupled with the most experienced renewable energy development team in Canada, BluEarth is well-positioned to advance power projects that may be lacking capital or experience.
About BluEarth Renewables Inc.
Headquartered in Calgary, Canada, BluEarth is a private independent renewable power producer, with a mission to be the Canadian renewable energy leader by developing, building, and operating a portfolio that optimizes people, planet, and profit. BluEarth believes it has the power to change the future by demonstrating how to be sustainable and profitable, leaving the world a better place. For more information visit www.bluearthrenewables.com.
Contact Information:
Kelly Matheson-King
Vice President, Regulatory & Communications
(403) 668-1575 x405
kelly@bluearthrenewables.com
BluEarth Renewables Inc.
Kent Brown
President & CEO
(403) 668-1575 x401
kent@bluearthrenewables.com
BluEarth Renewables Inc.
Marlo Raynolds
Vice President, Market Development
Cell: 403-607-9427
marlo@bluearth.ca
www.bluearthrenewables.com