David Olsen

David Olsen serves as advisor to the California Energy Commission, and director of the CEO Coalition to Advance Sustainable Technology. He is the former President/CEO of Patagonia, Inc., a pioneer of sustainability practices in commerce. Earlier, he led the development of wind, solar, hydro and geothermal power projects in more than 20 countries, as President of Clipper Windpower Development, President of Peak Power Corporation, President/CEO of Northern Power Systems, and Vice President of Magma Power Company. In 2000, he led creation of the California Climate Action Registry, the first state registry of greenhouse gases.

Olsen’s focus is the practical next steps that support both companies and government agencies to take advantage of the opportunities of building a socially and ecologically sustainable economy. You can reach him at: dave@daveolsen.net.