Renewable America

Local Renewable Energy at Scale

Renewable America is a California-based solar and energy storage company focused on optimally sized projects that positively impact local communities.

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Energy Solutions

Get the clean energy you need.

Now you can have local power and the scale to meet your needs. Our solar and storage projects reflect the sweet spot for renewable energy development.

  • Meet sustainability goals
  • Go beyond on-site solar constraints
  • Drive investment in your local economy

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CCAs

Our solar and storage projects will help you reach your procurement goals by offering your customers the choice of local, affordable renewable energy.

Business

Instead of procuring renewable energy credits or supply from far away, you can support your community with optimally sized off-site solar.

Public Sector

We partner with public agencies to provide community-based renewable energy solutions that scale beyond what on-site systems would allow.

Utilities

Our solar and storage projects provide grid resiliency at the distribution level, stabilizing power supply directly to the feeder.

Community-Based Impact

We strive to create community-based impact through job growth, distribution-level grid resiliency, and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.

Land Leasing

We partner with landowners to develop land for community-based solar and energy storage projects.

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Community Impact

By procuring solar and storage from your community, you are driving real economic impact – even if the project isn’t located at your facility.

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Our Team

Renewable America’s mission is to become a leading provider of Distributed Energy Resources. Meet the team who is working hard to make this possible.

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Ardi Arian
President & CEO
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Farshid Javidkia

VP of Engineering
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Uriel Ruiz

Project Development Manager
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Housh Louyeh

Project Manager
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Anna Fu

Financial Analyst
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Jennifer Spielman

Jennifer Spielman

Real Estate & Office Manager
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Richele Delapaz

Richele Delapaz

Real Estate Manager
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Hannah Wadhwa

Project Development Associate
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Farzana Rahman

Procurement Specialist
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Renewable America
4675 Stevens Creek Blvd, Ste 250
Santa Clara, CA 95051

(408) 663-6647

info@renewam.com

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Ardi Arian

President & CEO

Ardi leads the Renewable America team and advances a streamlined process for the development of local solar+storage projects throughout California. Ardi started his career in the solar industry as an Electrical Engineer 15 years ago in Germany, and has worked internationally on the construction of over 60 solar projects (over 250 MW). Prior to starting up Renewable America, Ardi was General Manager for Suntech Power’s project development team in the US and responsible for managing multiple EPC companies.

ardi@renewam.com | (408) 663-6647

Farshid Javidkia

VP of Engineering

Farshid obtained his B.S. in Electrical Engineering in 2006 and his Master’s degree in Solar Energy Engineering in December 2013. He collects over five years of experience in Solar PV design including electrical power systems, substations, and power plant design and construction. As a licensed Electrical Engineer in California, he is the head of our engineering team and provides his valuable insight and expertise. 

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Uriel Ruiz

Project Development Manager

Uriel manages the development of the solar portfolio at Renewable America, where for the last two years he’s overseen early stages of development ranging from land qualification to utility interconnection analyses. Uriel also works closely with the financial team to provide optimized solar yields and support offtaker solicitations. He is currently pioneering energy resilience for local communities in California by developing some of the first commercial Front-of-the-Meter multi-customer microgrids.

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Housh Louyeh

Project Manager

Housh is an experienced permitting project manager with a proven track record of successfully managing complex construction projects. With years of experience in the industry, Housh has developed an in-depth understanding of regulatory requirements and codes, ensuring that all necessary permits and approvals are obtained on time and within budget. With a strong background in team management, Housh is adept at coordinating multiple teams and stakeholders to ensure that all project requirements are met. Housh’s ability to anticipate and address potential issues, combined with a commitment to delivering exceptional results, has earned Housh a reputation as a highly skilled and reliable permitting project manager.

housh@renewam.com

Anna Fu

Financial Analyst

Anna is a highly analytical and detail-oriented financial analyst with a recent Master’s degree in Applied Analytics from Columbia University. She brings a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen to the table, having gained valuable experience in financial modeling, data analysis, and risk management through her coursework and internships. Anna’s ability to synthesize complex financial data and develop actionable insights has been praised by colleagues and supervisors alike, making her a valuable asset to the team. With her strong work ethic and passion for leveraging data to drive business outcomes, Anna is poised to make a meaningful impact in the world of finance.

Jennifer Spielman

Real Estate & Office Manager

Jennifer brings her background of public and private sector to the team, with prior roles including executive support and operational management. For Renewable America, Jennifer provides administrative, bookkeeping, and human resources support, as well as vendor and account management. Jennifer loves working alongside a team that appreciates the beauty of our environment and is eager to make headway in renewables.

Richele Delapaz

Real Estate Manager

Richele is an integral part of the Renewable America team, serving as the main point of contact for landowners in our development pipeline. With a deep understanding of the complexities of the real estate market and a passion for sustainable energy solutions, she plays a crucial role in identifying and securing sites for solar projects, negotiating leases and agreements with landowners, and managing site control for greenfield development. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Richele is deeply committed to environmental stewardship and passionate about the advancement of renewable energy.

Hannah Wadhwa

Project Development Associate

Hannah is a dynamic and driven Project Development Associate, with a deep passion for renewables and a strong dedication to driving the transition to clean energy. She works closely with off-takers and CCAs to gain a deep understanding on their unique energy needs and sustainability goals. With a keen understanding of the latest regulations, market dynamics, and emerging trends in the renewable energy industry, Hannah stays up-to-date with the latest developments and applies her knowledge to ensure that Renewable America remains at the forefront of the clean energy revolution.

Farzana Rahman

Procurement Specialist

Farzana manages the supply chain for Renewable America’s solar plus storage projects, overseeing supplier and sub-contractor relations. As the primary liaison between our growth channel and suppliers/sub-contractors, she ensures that all supply chain activities run seamlessly. She received her B.S in Electrical Engineering in 2014 and has over five years of experience in supply chain and project management across various industries, including manufacturing, oil & gas, and renewable energy. Farzana’s expertise in sourcing strategies, bid evaluation, and strong interpersonal skills make her a dependable asset to our company.