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Smart Humans: Energea's Mike Silvestrini on the renewable energy sector and the evolution of solar energy investments

Smart Humans: Energea's Mike Silvestrini on the renewable energy sector and the evolution of solar energy investments

Update: 2025-07-14
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Mike Silvestrini is a seasoned renewable energy professional with a longstanding commitment to environmental sustainability. He has played a central role in developing over 500 solar projects across the United States, Brazil, and Africa—contributing meaningfully to the global transition to clean energy.

Prior to Energea, Mike co-founded and served as CEO of Greenskies Renewable Energy LLC. What began with a desk in a basement and a $25,000 check grew into one of the country’s largest commercial and industrial solar firms before his exit in 2016.

As Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Energea, Mike draws on his deep industry experience to expand access to renewable energy investments worldwide. His proven leadership and focus on sustainable infrastructure position him as a key voice in the fight against climate change.

Outside of Energea, Mike serves on the board of the Big Life Foundation, which protects 1.6 million acres of wilderness in East Africa. His work supports community-based conservation and initiatives that preserve biodiversity through sustainable practices.

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Smart Humans: Energea's Mike Silvestrini on the renewable energy sector and the evolution of solar energy investments

Smart Humans: Energea's Mike Silvestrini on the renewable energy sector and the evolution of solar energy investments

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