JONATHAN STACK
Warren,VT
Summary
Uniquely qualified Sustainability and Carbon Reduction Expert with extensive Commercial, Financial, and Project Development experience and a proven track record of turning potential liabilities into opportunities in the renewable energy, carbon offset, and environmental services markets of the US.
Results-driven leader with strong background in strategic management and organizational growth. Skilled in developing and implementing effective business strategies, optimizing processes, and driving team performance. Known for adaptability, effective collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes in dynamic environments. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, coupled with focus on fostering productive and positive team culture.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Sustainability and Carbon Projects
Hudson Technologies Company
07.2018 - Current
- Worked cross-functionally to create and and manage Hudson's ESG program.
- Manage the development and commercialization of approximately 35 unique carbon offset projects for both the California compliance and voluntary carbon markets, generating millions of dollars of high margin revenue each year.
- Work with local, state and federal policy makers to help shape future regulations around GHG emissions, HFC regulations, and efficiency programs.
- Developed strong working relationships with multiple stakeholders in the US carbon markets including registries, verifiers, agencies, buyers, sellers and intermediaries.
Vice President of Environmental Services and Carbon Projects
A-GAS Americas
04.2012 - 03.2018
- Managed all aspects of project development from sourcing, client management, and commercialization of carbon offset projects from the destruction of Ozone Depleting Substances
- Collaborated with state (CARB) and federal agencies, as well as industry groups to help shape policy and future regulations.
- Manage a team of professionals and responsible for $10M+ in revenue annually.
- Grown business 20%-25% year over year for 5 years.
- Negotiated terms and contracts for the sale of approximately $30M worth of environmental commodities.
Director – Corporate Carbon and Renewable Energy Sales
Native Energy
04.2011 - 04.2012
- Work with corporations and institutions to understand their sustainability goals with regards to Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
- Manage supply negotiations with renewable energy credit (RECs) and Carbon Offset project developers and owners
- Assist consumer facing companies in structuring large carbon offset transactions
- Worked with developers of Carbon Offset projects in all sectors including Farm Management, Forestry, Landfill Gas, and Renewable Energy to provide upfront carbon financing.
Senior Broker – US Carbon and Renewable Energy Markets
CantorCO2e
09.2006 - 04.2011
- Played an intricate role in the development of CantorCO2e’s voluntary Carbon and Renewable Energy Credit brokerage business from 2006 to 2011 by developing relationships with major Carbon Project developers, municipalities, multi-national corporations, regulated entities, agricultural facilities, and financial institutions
- Work with Carbon Reduction and Renewable Energy project owners to assist in the attribute development process including quantification, verification, and marketing of carbon and renewable energy credits.
- Facilitated the sale of millions of tonnes of CO2eq, RECs, and Emission Reduction Credits
- Facilitated transactions with a notional value of over $40 million, including the negotiation of pricing, terms, and contract language.
- Primary US Liaison with Cantor’s international operations including India, Brazil, Mexico, Chile, and London
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Law
Vermont Law School
South Royalton, VT12.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
Rollins College
Winter Park, FL05.1997
Skills
- Carbon/Renewable Energy Markets
- Project Development
- Management
- Transaction Negotiations
- Decision-making
- Project management
- Negotiation
- Business development
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Corporate social responsibility
Timeline
Director of Sustainability and Carbon Projects
Hudson Technologies Company
07.2018 - Current
Vice President of Environmental Services and Carbon Projects
A-GAS Americas
04.2012 - 03.2018
Director – Corporate Carbon and Renewable Energy Sales
Native Energy
04.2011 - 04.2012
Senior Broker – US Carbon and Renewable Energy Markets
CantorCO2e
09.2006 - 04.2011
Master of Science - Environmental Law
Vermont Law School
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
Rollins College
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