Alice Heathcote Appointed as New Chief Financial Officer at Origis Energy
Origis Energy Welcomes Alice Heathcote as Chief Financial Officer
Origis Energy, a prominent player in the renewable energy sector in the United States, has officially announced the appointment of Alice Heathcote as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Her role takes effect immediately, and she will oversee the company's financial operations and capital market activities, contributing significantly to the company's growth trajectory.
A Strategic Appointment
Alice Heathcote’s appointment comes at a pivotal moment for Origis Energy, which is currently navigating the clean energy transition. In a statement from Vikas Anand, the CEO of Origis Energy, he expressed his enthusiasm about Heathcote joining the team. He emphasized her importance in driving organizational scaling and fortifying the company's financial standing as they pursue long-term strategic objectives.
Heathcote remarked on her excitement to join a talented team and her eagerness to support the expansion of energy solutions across the nation. Her extensive background in financial leadership within the clean energy space will undoubtedly be an asset for the organization.
Background and Experience
Before joining Origis Energy, Heathcote served as the CFO of Strata Clean Energy, where she led multiple facets of corporate finance, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, as well as portfolio finance. Her leadership in these areas has established her as a seasoned expert in risk and capital management. Under her guidance, Strata achieved significant growth and made impactful strides in the renewable sector.
She previously worked for seven years at ContourGlobal, a globally recognized energy production firm, where she held various leadership positions. Among her achievements, she successfully led ContourGlobal’s IPO on the London Stock Exchange and facilitated the acquisition of 1.5 GW of generation assets, which contributed to the company’s U.S. market entry efforts. Notably, she also served as the CFO of the Renewable Division, sharpening her expertise in high-growth businesses spanning Europe and Latin America.
Heathcote’s academic credentials are equally impressive. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School, along with dual Bachelor’s degrees in Science and Economics from the University of Queensland in Australia.
Origis Energy's Growth Journey
The appointment of Heathcote follows a strategic investment announced in January 2025, involving Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. and ongoing support from Antin Infrastructure Partners. Origis Energy is committed to leveraging these partnerships to enhance its capabilities in renewable energy project development and deployment.
Currently, the company boasts a portfolio of over 1 GW of operational solar and storage projects across five states, with an additional 2 GW in the pipeline. Furthermore, Origis holds a development pipeline that exceeds 20 GW, indicating a robust future ahead in the renewable energy space.
Recognized as the fifth largest solar developer in the U.S. through 2028 by SP CapitalIQ, Origis Energy is on a strong trajectory to reshape the renewable energy landscape.
As Heathcote steps into her new role as CFO, stakeholders are optimistic about her leadership and the innovative contributions she will make to the company’s financial and operational strategies. This is an exciting era for Origis Energy as it continues to pursue its vision of a carbon-free future through sustainable energy solutions and innovative strategies.
Conclusion
The introduction of Alice Heathcote to the leadership team at Origis Energy marks a significant milestone for the company as it strives to advance its mission of delivering renewable energy solutions. With her expertise and strong background in financial management within the renewable sector, Heathcote is positioned to play a critical role in shaping the company’s future and driving its success in achieving net-zero goals across the United States.