We are experienced platform aggregators united by a mission to accelerate renewable energy deployment in emerging markets. Access to energy is a prerequisite for human development. We focus on addressing systematic bottlenecks that slow down transactions and escalate project costs by providing innovative, technology-driven solutions to fast-track energy access.
We utilise a fund-led model through this website to deploy projects across these three markets.
We get our hands dirty in the execution of 20% of the projects to anticipate and understand changes in the market.
We are big believers of leveraging technology to maximise clean energy generation and optimisation.
We will continually bring on the best people in the business and promote the optimal environment to create a thriving business.
Our Leadership Team
Co-Founder & CEO
Ruchir leads the platform operations, marketing and technology development at Distributed Energy. Ruchir formerly founded Langoor – India’s largest independent digital agency that later was sold to Havas Group in 2019. A computer science graduate from Sydney University, Ruchir has built and been on the Board of a range of companies and not for profits.
Co-Founder & CXO
Mathew oversees project execution and operationalisation. Mathew has worked in and run energy sector businesses for over a decade. His last business in energy – Aggrego was an aggregator that was sold to a KKR led PE fund. A systems engineer, Master Mariner and an MBA graduate of Oxford University, Mathew brings strong entrepreneurial experience to Distributed Energy.
Co-Founder & CFO
Sudhakar leads compliance, structuring and external governance within Distributed Energy. Sudhakar has over two decades of international experience across multiple businesses. This includes setting up solar and biomass co-generation projects for some of those. Prior to joining our team, Sudhakar oversaw a diverse business portfolio with interests in Logistics, Chemicals, Real Estate, Media & Entertainment, IT & BPO.
Co-Founder & Executive Chair
Premal leads retail fundraising at Distributed Energy. Premal is the former Co-Founder and President at Kiva.org. In his role at Kiva, he helped lead mobilising and deployment of over a billion dollars in micro-finance loans in emerging markets. Premal was an early employee of and principal product manager at Paypal.
Co-Founder & CEO
Ruchir leads the platform operations, marketing and technology development at Distributed Energy. Ruchir formerly founded Langoor – India’s largest independent digital agency that later was sold to Havas Group in 2019. A computer science graduate from Sydney University, Ruchir has built and been on the Board of a range of companies and not for profits.
Co-Founder & CXO
Mathew oversees project execution and operationalisation. Mathew has worked in and run energy sector businesses for over a decade. His last business in energy – Aggrego was an aggregator that was sold to a KKR led PE fund. A systems engineer, Master Mariner and an MBA graduate of Oxford University, Mathew brings strong entrepreneurial experience to Distributed Energy.
Co-Founder & CFO
Sudhakar leads compliance, structuring and external governance within Distributed Energy. Sudhakar has over two decades of international experience across multiple businesses. This includes setting up solar and biomass co-generation projects for some of those. Prior to joining our team, Sudhakar oversaw a diverse business portfolio with interests in Logistics, Chemicals, Real Estate, Media & Entertainment, IT & BPO.
Operations, Botswana
Aditya leads operations in Botswana for Distributed Energy. A seasoned serial entrepreneur with expertise across Education, Infrastructure, Real Estate, and Hospitality, he brings strategic leadership to the energy sector. As Managing Director of Acumen Property Group, Aditya focuses on driving innovation and sustainable growth, playing a pivotal role in shaping transformative energy projects that align with the future of infrastructure development.
Commercial Director
Kumayl is the Commercial Lead at Karimjee Distributed Energy. With over a decade of experience in solar and oil & gas across Europe and Africa, he has supported with the setup of three solar businesses in Africa prior to co-founding Karimjee Distributed Energy. A graduate of Oxford University, Kumayl also serves on multiple boards, advising on expansion strategy in emerging markets.
Co-Founder & CEO
Ruchir leads the platform operations, marketing and technology development at Distributed Energy. Ruchir formerly founded Langoor – India’s largest independent digital agency that later was sold to Havas Group in 2019. A computer science graduate from Sydney University, Ruchir has built and been on the Board of a range of companies and not for profits.
Co-Founder & CXO
Mathew oversees project execution and operationalisation. Mathew has worked in and run energy sector businesses for over a decade. His last business in energy – Aggrego was an aggregator that was sold to a KKR led PE fund. A systems engineer, Master Mariner and an MBA graduate of Oxford University, Mathew brings strong entrepreneurial experience to Distributed Energy.
Co-Founder & CFO
Sudhakar leads compliance, structuring and external governance within Distributed Energy. Sudhakar has over two decades of international experience across multiple businesses. This includes setting up solar and biomass co-generation projects for some of those. Prior to joining our team, Sudhakar oversaw a diverse business portfolio with interests in Logistics, Chemicals, Real Estate, Media & Entertainment, IT & BPO.
Co-Founder & Executive Chair
Premal leads retail fundraising at Distributed Energy. Premal is the former Co-Founder and President at Kiva.org. In his role at Kiva, he helped lead mobilising and deployment of over a billion dollars in micro-finance loans in emerging markets. Premal was an early employee of and principal product manager at Paypal.
Co-Founder & Executive Chair
Premal leads retail fundraising at Distributed Energy. Premal is the former Co-Founder and President at Kiva.org. In his role at Kiva, he helped lead mobilizing and deployment of over a billion dollars in micro-finance loans in emerging markets. Premal was an early employee of and principal product manager at Paypal.
Co-Founder & CFO
Sudhakar leads compliance, structuring and external governance within Distributed Energy. Sudhakar has over two decades of international experience across multiple businesses. This includes setting up solar and biomass co-generation projects for some of those. Prior to joining our team, Sudhakar oversaw a diverse business portfolio with interests in Logistics, Chemicals, Real Estate, Media & Entertainment, IT & BPO.
Co-Founder & CXO
Mathew oversees project execution and operationalisation. Mathew has worked in and run energy sector businesses for over a decade. His last business in energy – Aggrego was an aggregator that was sold to a KKR led PE fund. A systems engineer, Master Mariner and an MBA graduate of Oxford University, Mathew brings strong entrepreneurial experience to Distributed Energy.
Co-Founder & CEO
Ruchir leads the platform operations, marketing and technology development at Distributed Energy. Ruchir formerly founded Langoor – India’s largest independent digital agency that later was sold to Havas Group in 2019. A computer science graduate from Sydney University, Ruchir has built and been on the Board of a range of companies and not for profits.
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Our Investors
Venture Capital Firm
A globally-focused venture capital firm that seeks to invest in technology startups. With a portfolio spanning 47 countries and consisting of 146 companies, Katapult VC is committed to supporting impact-driven businesses.
Enture Capital Firm
A renowned Silicon Valley venture capital firm that invests in tech startups and has a hands-on approach to collaborating with their portfolio companies. They are also committed to fostering a diverse entrepreneurial ecosystem.
AngelList Syndicate
Cleantech angel investor; award-winning author of 5 books and the Co-Chair for Energy and Environment at Singularity University.
Headquartered in Dubair, UAE
The Mount Meru Group is a business conglomerate in Africa, with various operations in Downstream Petroleum Business, Manufacturing of Edible Oils and more.
Headquartered in Dubair, UAE
The Mount Meru Group is a business conglomerate in Africa, with various operations in Downstream Petroleum Business, Manufacturing of Edible Oils and more.
AngelList Syndicate
Cleantech angel investor; award-winning author of 5 books and the Co-Chair for Energy and Environment at Singularity University.
Venture Capital Firm
A renowned Silicon Valley venture capital firm that invests in tech startups and has a hands-on approach to collaborating with their portfolio companies. They are also committed to fostering a diverse entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Venture Capital Firm
A globally-focused venture capital firm that seeks to invest in technology startups. With a portfolio spanning 47 countries and consisting of 146 companies, Katapult VC is committed to supporting impact-driven businesses.
Our Advisors
Advisor
Dave Riess is the Co-founder and CEO of Wunder, a leading solar energy platform that has facilitated over $1 billion in commercial solar transactions. With a background in Electrical Engineering and experience at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, he brings deep technical and industry expertise. Dave is a recognized leader in clean tech innovation and scaling solar infrastructure.
Advisor
Dr. Charles Ogilvie is a climate and energy executive who currently serves as Non-Executive Director for Regen, a not-for-profit that offers independent expert advice on all aspects of sustainable energy. In 2021, he concluded his role as Director of Strategy for COP26 (UN Climate Change Conference) at the UK Cabinet.
Advisor and Investor
Saket Burman is a Vice Chairman of Dabur and Dabur International, India’s fourth largest consumer goods company. After getting his BBA in Marketing and Finance from the University of Wisconsin Madison, Saket started up a number of companies in different industries in the UAE. He also serves as a member and adviser on a number of entrepreneurial and angel investing groups.
Advisor
Ryan is a clean energy investor with 20+ years of experience. He co-founded SunFunder, led it as CEO until its acquisition by Mirova, and later headed Mirova’s Emerging Market Energy Transition strategy. He previously managed $500M in solar investments at Wells Fargo and began his career at the World Resources Institute. Ryan holds degrees from the University of Bristol and the University of Wisconsin-Madison and is based in Baltimore.
Advisor
Dr. Charles Ogilvie is a climate and energy executive who currently serves as Non-Executive Director for Regen, a not-for-profit that offers independent expert advice on all aspects of sustainable energy. In 2021, he concluded his role as Director of Strategy for COP26 (UN Climate Change Conference) at the UK Cabinet.
Advisor
Dave Riess is the Co-founder and CEO of Wunder, a leading solar energy platform that has facilitated over $1 billion in commercial solar transactions. With a background in Electrical Engineering and experience at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, he brings deep technical and industry expertise. Dave is a recognized leader in clean tech innovation and scaling solar infrastructure.
Advisor and Investor
Saket Burman is a Vice Chairman of Dabur and Dabur International, India’s fourth largest consumer goods company. After getting his BBA in Marketing and Finance from the University of Wisconsin Madison, Saket started up a number of companies in different industries in the UAE. He also serves as a member and adviser on a number of entrepreneurial and angel investing groups.
Advisor
Ryan is a clean energy investor with 20+ years of experience. He co-founded SunFunder, led it as CEO until its acquisition by Mirova, and later headed Mirova’s Emerging Market Energy Transition strategy. He previously managed $500M in solar investments at Wells Fargo and began his career at the World Resources Institute. Ryan holds degrees from the University of Bristol and the University of Wisconsin-Madison and is based in Baltimore.
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