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This week we celebrated a brilliant milestone at Brightsmith: Emily Hart’s four-year workiversary. From day one, Emily has brought energy, curiosity, and real commitment to the work we do. Over the past four years she has grown into a trusted partner to our candidates and clients, always raising the bar on what great delivery looks like. Emily plays a huge role in shaping the culture of Brightsmith. Whether she’s supporting complex searches, stepping in to help a colleague, or driving new ideas forward, she approaches everything with thoughtfulness and integrity. Thank you, Emily, for everything you’ve contributed. We’re hugely proud of the impact you’ve made and excited for everything still ahead. Here’s to year five and beyond! #liveyourpurpose #lifeatbrightsmith #workwithus

A huge welcome to Valeria B. and Joshua Contreras, who have just joined our Austin team! 🌱 We’re very excited to have these two with us, each bringing their own personality, story, and spark to Brightsmith. Valeria is someone who follows growth wherever it shows up. Whether she’s trying new restaurants or curating outfits on Whering (she used to make her own clothes), she’s always learning from the world around her. From her first conversations with Brightsmith, she felt the genuine care and purpose behind the work. Sustainability resonates with her on a personal level, and she’s excited to bring that values-led mindset into what we do every day. Joshua brings a different but equally brilliant energy. A natural leader who holds his family name with pride, he thrives on connecting with people and pushing himself outdoors, golfing, running, fishing, or braving the Barton Springs cold plunge. He joined Brightsmith to learn from new perspectives and stretch himself professionally. His interest in sustainability comes from wanting to help build infrastructure that lasts and learn from the minds shaping that future. We’re so excited to welcome them to the team! 💚 #liveyourpurpose #lifeatbrightsmith #workwithus

⚡Data centres are booming, but can the grid keep up? In this episode of Conversations in Cleantech, Anmay Dittman, Managing Director and Head of the Climate Finance Partnership at Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) (part of BlackRock), spotlights the rising pressure on power systems as demand for digital infrastructure explodes in both developed and emerging markets. 📈 With always-on energy needs, data centres are becoming a major driver for integrated solutions, pairing climate infrastructure with storage and grid resilience. This episode explores what it takes to future-proof power for a digital-first world, and where the real climate opportunity lies. 🎧 Tune in to the full episode, hosted by Jenny Gladman and Isabella Rova - https://bit.ly/3D54ZM5 #ConversationsInCleantech #DigitalInfrastructure #DataCentres #EnergyStorage #ClimateFinance

📢 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧 𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠… We’re bringing together an exceptional group of women who are shaping the energy transition at the highest levels. Their experiences, perspectives and leadership journeys are the heart of this event. Siobhan Clarke – Chair and Non-Executive Director A board leader with more than 25 years in technology, venture and scale-ups, guiding founders and senior teams through growth, change and impact. Jenny Gladman – Co-Founder, Brightsmith A people-first executive search founder and recognised voice in the clean energy ecosystem, championing diverse, purpose-driven leadership. Hannah Rogers MCIPD – Chief People Officer, Essar Energy Transition (EET) A senior people and culture leader with deep experience building organisations that can adapt, evolve and deliver long-term transformation. Amy Grey – Chief Financial Officer, ITM Power A strategic finance leader with extensive experience across manufacturing, engineering and the energy transition, known for steady, grounded leadership through scale and complexity. Kim McCann – Global Head of Energy Advisory, SLR Consulting A global energy adviser with more than two decades of experience helping senior leaders navigate complex value chains and shifting markets. Guided by our moderator, Rebecca Morley PCC, Co-Founder, Third House, whose clarity and warmth make space for honest, impactful discussion. 𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 - 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥 + 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 📍 The Leathermarket, London (5 minutes from London Bridge) 📅 Tuesday 2nd December, 5:30pm with the panel to begin at 6:15pm 🎟️ Free to attend, limited spaces so register at the link below!  👉 https://lnkd.in/eCXX_XKb Although we’re spotlighting women at the executive level, this is a conversation for the whole community. If you believe in diverse leadership, you’ll feel right at home!

Clean energy finance is shifting gears. This week, our Investment Insights reveal where confidence has returned. Enlight Renewable Energy Ltd (ENLT) secured US$1.44 billion for its Snowflake A solar plus 1,900 MWh battery project in Arizona, a clear sign that large scale solar-plus-storage is now baseline. Highview raised £130 million to launch phase one of its 3.2 GWh long-duration storage facility at Hunterston, Scotland. Brookfield Renewable Partners announced a US$650 million equity raise via LP units and a private placement, proof that proven platforms still attract big capital. In Canada, the government is investing just under $100k in Gamotech to scale zero-emissions mobile energy systems. Generate has raised over US$1 billion in the past year to fund distributed energy and circular-resource infrastructure. The pattern is unmistakable: capital is converging on scale-ready technologies and operators. The market isn’t just stabilising, it’s accelerating. This is where the momentum is growing!

🌬️ What does it take to deliver clean energy with communities, not just to them? At Kenya’s Lake Turkana, a wind farm powering over 12% of the nation’s electricity, success wasn’t just about megawatts. It was about local trust, deep engagement, and long-term commitment. In this episode of  Conversations in Cleantech, Anmay Dittman, Managing Director and Head of the Climate Finance Partnership at Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) (part of BlackRock), shares what it really means to invest in emerging markets - from navigating complex risks to building shared value on the ground. 📍Hosted by Jenny Gladman and Isabella Rova, this episode is a powerful look at the future of climate capital, where infrastructure meets inclusion. 🎙️ Catch the full episode here - https://bit.ly/3D54ZM5 #ConversationsInCleantech #ClimateFinance #LakeTurkana #WindEnergy

Last week saw the return of The Great Brightsmith Bake-Off! From brownies to millionaire shortbread, the team brought their best bakes to the table for a day of friendly competition (and plenty of taste testing). A big shoutout to Olivia Morgan , whose incredible chocolate Guinness cake rose to the top and earned her the winning title 💚 #lifeatbrightsmith #liveyourpurpose #workwithus

📢 Brightsmith are delighted to announce that registration for this years festive networking event in London is now live...📢 "Navigating Your Career at the Executive Level" Panel + Festive Networking If you're an executive in the energy transition, or about to make that leap, please join us for an evening of high energy conversation, inspiration and festive networking as we bring together leaders shaping the future of our sector. We will be spotlighting women in the energy transition at exec level, sharing real stories on career growth, impact and leadership... And yes, while the focus is on women, the event is open to all who care about accelerating diverse leadership in our industry. ✨ Expect meaningful conversation ✨ Practical insights ✨ A room full of brilliant people ✨ And a glass of mulled wine (or two) Free to attend, limited spaces. Register here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/eCXX_XKb Our panel will be moderated by the brilliant Rebecca Morley PCC, and our line up brings together 5 women with very unique stories in the sector: Siobhan Clarke, Amy Grey, Jenny Gladman, Kim McCann & Hannah Rogers MCIPD 🌍 Let’s connect, celebrate and close out the year with impact. #EnergyTransition #WomenInLeadership #Cleantech #Brightsmith #Networking

🌍 From powering 12% of Kenya’s grid to raising $700M in under a year - this episode goes inside the fund redefining climate finance. In this episode of Conversations in Cleantech, our hosts Jenny Gladman and Isabella Rova sit down with Anmay Dittman, Managing Director and Head of the Climate Finance Partnership at Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) (part of BlackRock). Together, they dive into how blended finance is shifting what’s possible in emerging markets - mobilising $4 of institutional capital for every $1 of catalytic, tackling FX risk head-on, and backing infrastructure that delivers at scale. 🎧 Tune in for a deep dive on deploying capital where it counts - https://bit.ly/3D54ZM5 #ConversationsInCleantech #BlendedFinance #ClimateCapital #EmergingMarkets

🌍𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 🌍 Innovation doesn’t slow down and neither does investment across the clean energy landscape. From game-changing batteries to large-scale solar and next-gen materials, here’s what’s powering the week ahead: 🌿 Charwood Energy Group is partnering with ENGIE Energy Solutions to deliver a 250 kW biomass boiler in Châteaumeillant, France. Once operational, it’ll supply 800 MWh of renewable heat annually, cutting emissions by ~137 t CO₂ each year. 🔋 Captery Technology has landed new funding for its breakthrough AA battery, capable of charging in just 160 seconds and lasting for decades. A small step for a battery, a huge leap for sustainable consumer tech. ⚙️ Electra has unveiled its clean iron demonstration facility, backed by advanced purchase commitments for its low-carbon iron and environmental attributes, a major milestone in decarbonising heavy industry. ☀️ Recurrent Energy has secured $825 million to advance major solar + storage projects in Arizona, reinforcing the state’s position as a clean power hub in the U.S. Southwest. 🏠 Enpal and M&G have strengthened their partnership with a €700 million joint warehouse, unlocking financing for residential solar and heating loans across Europe, expanding access to clean energy at home. Cleantech keeps proving that scale, speed, and sustainability can coexist, and this week’s milestones are a reminder of how fast that future is arriving. #liveyourpurpose #lifeatbrightsmith #workwithus