Green Lantern Solar has announced the addition of Brendan Boland to its team as Director of Development, a strategic move to bolster the company's efforts in expanding community solar projects and small-scale utility solar initiatives across multiple regions. Boland brings nearly five years of experience in solar project origination and development, with a focus on New York and Illinois markets. In his new role, he will spearhead the development of community and small-scale utility solar projects, as well as commercial and industrial solar and battery storage initiatives, primarily focusing on New York, the Midwest, and other emerging markets.
David Carpenter, Vice President of Development for Green Lantern Solar, expressed enthusiasm about Boland's appointment, highlighting his wealth of experience and analytical approach. Carpenter stated that Boland brings a wealth of experience in New York and has proved to be a quick study, already adding value to the company's process. His highly analytical approach is expected to enhance development efforts significantly. Boland's journey in the renewable energy sector began during an internship at the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), which sparked his interest in clean energy and laid the foundation for his career in solar development.
The appointment aligns with Green Lantern Solar's mission to expand access to clean energy in emerging markets. Since its inception in 2011, the company has been at the forefront of developing, constructing, and operating community solar projects and commercial solar solutions, completing more than 125 projects serving various sectors including municipal, education, healthcare, and government entities. One of Green Lantern Solar's key strategies involves working with landowners to revitalize and redevelop low-value sites such as brownfields, landfills, quarries, pits, and extraction sites, contributing to the expansion of renewable energy infrastructure and the sustainable repurposing of challenging real estate.
This development is significant for the renewable energy sector, as it demonstrates ongoing investment in talent and resources by leading companies to accelerate the transition to clean energy. The focus on community solar projects highlights the growing importance of making renewable energy accessible to a broader range of consumers and businesses. As Green Lantern Solar continues to grow its portfolio of projects and expand into new markets, Boland's appointment marks an important step in the company's evolution, underscoring its commitment to driving innovation in the solar energy sector and contributing to sustainable energy development across the United States.
