Dimension Energy Hires BrightNight and NextEra Alum Michael Sheehan as COO

Atlanta, GA – Dimension Energy, a leading community solar and battery storage developer, owner, and operator, today announced that the company has hired Michael Sheehan as Chief Operating Officer.

Sheehan brings more than 15 years of experience in the energy sector and over 25 years of business development and operations experience to Dimension’s growing team. Sheehan most recently served as the Chief Customer Officer at renewable power company BrightNight, where he oversaw origination and commercial business in the U.S.

“We are thrilled to have Michael Sheehan on board as Dimension’s first COO to oversee the company’s operations and further the deployment of our robust 2 GW+ community solar pipeline,” said Rafael Dobryzynski, CEO, Dimension Energy. “Michael’s breadth and depth of experience in this sector is invaluable as our in-construction and operating portfolio continues to grow rapidly.”

“Renewable energy is the future and I am proud to join the exemplary Dimension team to help deliver on the company’s mission of making clean energy work for everyone,” said Michael Sheehan, COO, Dimension Energy. “I am passionate about delivering value to customers and excited about the multitude of benefits community solar delivers to landowners, subscribers, and community members.”

Prior to BrightNight, Sheehan held leadership roles at NextEra Energy Resources for 12 years. Sheehan’s work with NextEra included development, construction, and operation of electric transmission assets and asset management of more than 6 GW of renewable and storage projects in the U.S., Canada, and Spain. Michael also worked for Merrill Lynch and Gannett Fleming. Michael has a civil engineering background, with a Master of Science in engineering and a Master of Business Administration.

Sheehan’s hiring continues Dimension’s growth trajectory on the heels of a new financing partnership with Deutsche Bank and the recent announcement that Dimension will invest $3 billion over the next five years, with over 500 MW of operating community solar assets planned by the end of 2025. Dimension’s planned operating portfolio represents $1.1 billion of invested capital nationwide, with over 200 MW currently under construction in 8 states.

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About Dimension Energy‍

Dimension Energy is a leading community solar developer, owner, and operator. Dimension has executed more than 500 megawatts (MW) of community solar and invested $500 million into clean energy assets since its 2018 founding. The company plans to invest over $3 billion over the next 5 years, with more than 2 gigawatts (GW) under development in 12 states. In the communities where we invest, our projects deliver clean energy, local jobs, tax revenue, and savings, alongside other benefits including workforce development and educational opportunities. Dimension is making clean energy work for everyone. Learn more at www.dimension-energy.com.

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