Origis Energy, a leader in renewable energy and decarbonization solutions, announced the elevation of Vikas Anand to the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Anand, who joined Origis in August 2023 as the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer, will now spearhead the company’s ambitious growth strategy and technological innovations in renewable energy. Guy Vanderhaegen, the visionary founder who previously held the CEO and President titles, transitions into the role of Executive Chairman, effective immediately, signifying a new chapter in the company’s leadership.
Reflecting on the leadership transition, Executive Chairman Guy Vanderhaegen praised Anand’s impactful contributions to the company’s scale and value generation. “In this relatively short time, he has made a significant contribution to our ability to scale for efficient growth and generate investor value,” Vanderhaegen remarked, highlighting the strategic timing of the transition as Origis celebrates its 15th anniversary and embarks on its next growth phase toward net-zero.
Anand expressed his gratitude for the confidence placed in him by Vanderhaegen and Antin Infrastructure Partners, Origis’ major shareholder, emphasizing his commitment to leading the company toward continued growth and investor satisfaction. “I look forward to leading the terrific Origis Energy team to continued growth, and to deliver for our customers and investors,” Anand stated.
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Antin Infrastructure Partners, a global leader in infrastructure investment, supports Origis with additional capital investments and operational efficiencies, underpinning the company’s robust growth trajectory and expanding decarbonization solutions. Kevin Genieser, Managing Partner at Antin, lauded both Vanderhaegen for his visionary leadership and Anand for his operational expertise and strategic initiatives, which have strengthened Origis’ market position and investor relationships.
Origis Energy’s prominence in the U.S. clean energy sector is evidenced by its ranking in the Top 10 U.S. clean energy developers, with a substantial portfolio of over 12 gigawatts (GW) in operation, contracted, and mature development projects, and an additional 13 GW in the pipeline.
About Vikas Anand:
Vikas Anand, as the newly appointed CEO of Origis Energy, brings a wealth of experience in strategic, operational, and financial leadership within the renewable energy sector. With a distinguished career at General Electric, culminating as the CEO of GE Renewable Energy – Onshore Wind Americas, Anand significantly contributed to GE’s market leadership. His roles have encompassed pivotal positions in finance and project development, enhancing renewable technology offerings. Anand’s industry influence extends through his involvement with the American Clean Power Association and initiatives promoting diversity and inclusion within the sector.
