Alisa Kreynes
Aspen
Summary
Alisa Kreynes is a sustainability executive with over 20 years of global experience driving decarbonization across the energy sector. She has led transformative initiatives in renewable energy, clean fuels, and infrastructure, working with governments, corporations, and financial institutions to accelerate the energy transition.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Ports & Shipping
C40 CITIES Climate Leadership Group
01.2020 - Current
- Founded and leading the Ports & Shipping Program, engaging 25 global port cities to decarbonize maritime operations and align with a 1.5C pathway
- Directing the implementation of the first green shipping corridors, connecting Los Angeles/Long Beach with Shanghai and Singapore, achieving significant emissions reductions on the world’s busiest trading routes
- Built and managing a multidisciplinary team of 14 experts across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, overseeing policy, technology, finance, energy, economic development, and stakeholder engagement
- Secured $20 million in funding and established strategic partnerships with public, private, and philanthropic entities
- Represent C40 Cities at high-profile forums, including COP, UNGA, and Smart Cities World Congress
- Collaborate with media platforms including BBC and Reuters to amplify program impact
Co-Founder & Chief Development Officer
SolarSkyrise
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Co-founded a clean technology company delivering renewable energy solutions for urban environments through Building Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) technology
- Secured partnerships and pilot projects demonstrating the economic and environmental benefits of utilizing vertical spaces for renewable energy generation
- Spearheaded product development, market strategy, and initial investment, culminating in a successful strategic acquisition
Stakeholder Engagement Lead
HATCH, Ltd.
01.2016 - 12.2019
- Led development and implementation of the stakeholder engagement plan for the New York & New Jersey Long-Term Port Masterplan, engaging government, industry, and community stakeholders to ensure alignment and collaboration
- Championed and facilitated development of sustainable and innovative and inclusive growth initiatives including planning for offshore wind, electrification and integration of frontier digital solution
Project Manager – Tanahu Hydropower Plant Supervision
MANITOBA HYDRO INTERNATIONAL, Ltd.
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Developed and managed the 12-year project supervision consultant contract for the construction of a 140-MW Hydropower Plant in Nepal
- Saw the project through from the early pre-bid positioning phase through bidding, contract negotiations, project kick-off, design and pre-construction phases
- Was responsible for reporting to the project financier, Asian Development Bank, and key project stakeholders, including Nepal Electricity Authority
Project Manager – Electricidade De Timor-Leste (EDTL) Turnaround Management Contract
MANITOBA HYDRO INTERNATIONAL, Ltd.
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Managed delivery of several personnel training programs, as well as the rural electrification program delivered to several remote areas of the country, increasing national electrification ratio from 35% to 93% in 5 years.
- Coordinated and supported finance and legal team for final negotiations of the operational performance payment which included comprehensive due diligence on all available operational and financial data, and detailed analysis of misrepresented data
- Supported engagement with several key stakeholders, including Canada Trade Commission and Timor-Leste government agencies, Alisa ensured the successful closure of the contract
Education
Executive Education Certificate - Circular Economy & Sustainability Strategies
University of Cambridge
01.2023
Master of Urban Planning -
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA01.2021
Bachelor of International Relations & Political Science - Magna Cum Laude
Boston University
Boston, MA01.2002
Skills
- Visionary Leadership
- Strategic Program Development
- Climate Policy Advocacy & Multilateral Diplomacy
- Decarbonization of Transport & Infrastructure
- Renewable Energy & Clean Technology
- Public-Private Partnerships
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Media & Public Communications
- Cross-Cultural Leadership
- Global Capacity Building
Lectures
- Columbia University
- University of Southern California
Publications
- Navigating collaboration: Good governance for green shipping corridors, 04/01/24, https://www.c40knowledgehub.org/s/article/Navigating-collaboration-Good-governance-for-green-shipping-corridors?language=en_US
- Accelerating Zero-Emission Transition in Maritime Shipping: The Solutions Landscape and Opportunities for Philanthropy, 04/01/23, https://oursharedseas.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Shipping-Decarbonization-Primer-2023.pdf
Timeline
Director, Ports & Shipping
C40 CITIES Climate Leadership Group
01.2020 - Current
Co-Founder & Chief Development Officer
SolarSkyrise
01.2018 - 12.2021
Stakeholder Engagement Lead
HATCH, Ltd.
01.2016 - 12.2019
Project Manager – Tanahu Hydropower Plant Supervision
MANITOBA HYDRO INTERNATIONAL, Ltd.
01.2014 - 12.2016
Project Manager – Electricidade De Timor-Leste (EDTL) Turnaround Management Contract
MANITOBA HYDRO INTERNATIONAL, Ltd.
01.2012 - 12.2013
Master of Urban Planning -
University of Southern California
Bachelor of International Relations & Political Science - Magna Cum Laude
Boston University
Executive Education Certificate - Circular Economy & Sustainability Strategies
University of Cambridge
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