Durham, North Carolina, United States, November 13, 2024 – Cypress Creek Renewables, a prominent player in solar and storage, has officially named Mike Discenza as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective October 2024. Discenza initially joined Cypress Creek in May 2024 as interim CFO before transitioning into the permanent role.
Discenza brings over two decades of experience in infrastructure and renewable energy finance. Previously, he served as CFO and later President at Transurban North America, where he managed a business generating over $250 million in revenue and successfully directed financing plans supporting more than $5 billion in capital projects. His extensive background includes senior roles at GeoGlobal Energy, H2Gen Innovations, the White House Office of Management and Budget, and the U.S. Export-Import Bank.
“I am delighted to have Mike join our executive team,” said Sarah Slusser, CEO of Cypress Creek Renewables. “His extensive finance expertise in infrastructure and renewable energy makes him an invaluable asset as we continue to expand and enhance our operations.”
“After working in other types of vital infrastructure I am excited to be back in the renewable energy space and look forward to supporting Cypress Creek’s commitment to meeting the growing demand for utility-scale solar and battery storage projects,” Discenza said.
Discenza earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Colgate University and an MBA from Emory University’s Goizueta Business School.
About Cypress Creek Renewables
Cypress Creek Renewables is a leading solar and energy storage company dedicated to powering a sustainable future. With over 9 gigawatts of solar developed and 2.7 gigawatts under management, the company develops, finances, owns, and operates utility-scale and distributed solar projects across the United States. Cypress Creek’s mission is to accelerate the transition to clean energy by building renewable energy infrastructure that benefits businesses, communities, and the environment.
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