Speakers

Alex Thornton currently serves as Executive Director of LF Energy, where he works to cultivate open source technology and standards for rapid energy system decarbonization. Alex has nearly two decades of experience in applying technology for energy and climate impact. He previously held a diverse set of roles across the US and Europe in startups and public companies. Prior to LF Energy, Alex served in leadership positions at energy and climate innovators including Cleartrace, Sunrun, Locus Energy, and Imperfect Foods, as well as advisory roles with other climate tech companies. Before that, Alex consulted on energy policy for the European Commission and performed due diligence on utility-scale solar projects throughout the world. Alex brings his full breadth of experience to bear at LF Energy to accelerate the energy transition.