Harnessing the sun and nurturing the land we build on by empowering those connected to it
Our Values
Landowners are more than just a means to access solar resource.
We are faced with multi-faceted challenges of
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supporting groups historically disadvantaged through energy development policies,
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transitioning to renewable energy, and
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achieving food security.
Renewables development can serve as a means to navigate these challenges but there are important questions to answer:
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How do we prevent a repeat of past unjust energy and resource development practices that harmed tribes and first nations under the guise of economic development?
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How do we optimize land use to simultaneously harness solar energy and grow crops without compromising agricultural productivity or ecological integrity?
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What innovative practices and technologies are needed to ensure that this symbiosis not only co-exists but thrives, fostering a future where energy generation and agriculture sustainably support humanity's growing needs?
This requires us to consider the nuanced dynamics between land use, respecting landowners and indigenous people, economic gain, and sustainable practices.
THIS IS WHERE SATTVA CAN PLAY AN IMPORTANT ROLE
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We believe that landowners are more than just a means to access solar resource. Indigenous group and farmers are in fact owners of the solar resource that they nurture their land with.
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Our model fosters a relationship with landowners and disadvantaged groups where renewable energy development complements community prosperity and financial security.
How is Sattva different?
At Sattva, we value those who are connected to the land first and foremost. Our objective is to help harness the power of the sun (and the land) to benefit those who live on the land.
This is how we can achieve balance and purity while remaining alert to our mission of clean energy development.
Meaning of Sattva
The term Sattva is part of a second century Vedas (ancient Indian philosophy).
Sattva is one of three ‘gunas’ (mode of existence and the subconscious).
Its direct translation is "philosophical concept of balance, purity and alertness".
Leadership Team
Sattva's leadership team is comprised of individuals who have proven capability in renewables development and embody Sattva's values.
Founder, Director
Anshul Vishal
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Successfully developed and executed go-to-market strategy for North America’s first integrated solar glass manufacturing facility (CPS Glass)
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Experienced in negotiating contracts with multinational large-cap solar companies.
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Well-versed in global solar supply-chain, North American policy incentives and renewables development life-cycle.
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15+ years of progressive experience in implementing data-driven approach to market analysis and strategy development, supported by technical project experience.
Advisor - Solar Industry Executive
Theresa Jester
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Currently Managing Director of Kiwa PI Berlin providing technical, risk and quality assurance services for solar projects.
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Current board member at NEXT Energy (solar and storage), Fusion Fuel (green hydrogen), CPS Glass (solar glass) and board chair at Highland Materials (polysilicon).
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Managed a solar panel manufacturing division at SolarWorld with global operations exceeding $500 million.
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Previous executive roles at Shell, SunPower, Solaria (now Maxeon), BIA Controls, Silicor Materials and Hudson Energy Partners, a U.S. private equity fund focused on solar energy.
Advisor - Renewables & Financing
Warren Holmes
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Co-founded and led GW Power Corp., a private Alberta-based renewable power company.
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GW’s principal asset was a 71MW wind power project in southern Alberta, at the time North America's first merchant-based wind project to be financed.
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Independently ranked as one of Canada's top investment bankers in the energy industry during his tenure in investment banking
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30+ years of experience in Canada’s energy and investment sectors.
Advisor - AgriVolatics & Projects
Arnie Bechard
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Project Management Professional with three decades of experience in construction and project execution.
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Owner and operator of large farming operation in Saskatchewan, having successfully expanded operations.
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Created and managed a successful alternate union construction company for Fluor, a multi-national EPC firm.