Sheldon Kimber recognized as one of Goldman Sachs’ Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs at 2024 Builders and Innovators Summit
OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--On October 16, Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS) recognized Sheldon Kimber, CEO and Founder of Intersect Power, as one of the Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs of 2024 at its Builders and Innovators Summit in Healdsburg, California. Goldman Sachs selected Kimber from multiple industries to be honored at the two-day event.
Kimber leads Intersect Power, a clean energy company that develops, owns, and operates some of the world’s largest clean energy resources. Kimber has over 20 years of experience in energy and finance, development, and entrepreneurship. Under his leadership, Intersect has developed 4 GW of total renewable capacity and owns and operates a portfolio of 2.2 GW of operating solar PV and has 2.4 GWh of battery storage in operation or construction.
“Being recognized among such a distinguished group of entrepreneurs is truly an honor. This achievement is a direct reflection of the incredible team I’m fortunate to work with,” said Kimber. “While I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished so far, this is just the beginning. We’re pushing forward, delivering gigawatts of clean energy that will help us avoid the worst impacts of climate change and pave the way for the 'inevitable industries' of tomorrow, such as data centers and e-fuels."
“I am thrilled to recognize Sheldon Kimber as one of the most exceptional entrepreneurs of 2024,” said David Solomon, Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs. “Kimber and the Intersect team have built an impressive business that continues to grow at scale.”
In its 13th year, Goldman’s Builders and Innovators Summit is the can’t miss gathering for Founders and CEOs of high growth companies. Previous honorees have gone on to lead multi-billion dollar companies, both in the private and public markets. In addition to honoring the most exceptional entrepreneurs each year, the Summit consists of general sessions and clinics led by seasoned entrepreneurs, academics and business leaders as well as resident scholars.
ABOUT INTERSECT POWER
Intersect Power is a clean energy company bringing innovative and scalable low-carbon solutions to its customers in global energy markets. We develop, own, and operate some of the world’s largest clean energy resources providing low-carbon electricity, fuels, and related products to customers for U.S. consumption and international export.
Founded in 2016, Intersect Power is laser-focused on scalable, transformative clean energy projects that move the needle on deep decarbonization and redefine the scope of the clean energy industry by enabling new pathways between clean electricity and the broader economy.
We have a base portfolio of 2.2 GW of operating solar PV and 2.4 GWh of storage in operation or construction. Our business plan includes growth in grid-tied renewables, as well as large-scale clean energy assets, including battery storage, data centers, and green fuels.
To learn more, visit www.intersectpower.com.
About Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs is a leading global financial institution that delivers a broad range of financial services to a large and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments and individuals. Founded in 1869, the firm is headquartered in New York and maintains offices in all major financial centers around the world.
Press related questions about Intersect Power, please contact Cate Powers.
Press related questions about the Summit or Goldman Sachs, please contact Sophia Anthony at Sophia.Anthony@gs.com.
Contacts
Cate Powers
Intersect Power
415-939-3589
Press@intersectpower.com
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