Chris Fallon

About Chris Fallon

At the intersection of innovation and sustainability lies the opportunity to transform how we power the world. With a deep passion for utility management and renewable energy, I am dedicated to advancing strategies that drive sustainable growth, operational excellence, and environmental stewardship. This mission fuels my leadership philosophy: to inspire transformation, create measurable impact, and guide organizations toward achieving ambitious energy and sustainability goals.With extensive expertise in renewable energy development, utility management, and strategic operations, I have spearheaded initiatives that span commercial organizations, strategic acquisitions, and start-ups. My core specialties include project and asset management, financial oversight, and engineering within the energy sector. I also bring valuable board-level experience, offering actionable insights and strategic guidance to align corporate vision with sustainability objectives.A career highlight includes leading the $2.8 billion sale of Duke Energy Renewables to Brookfield, where I directed a team of 700 employees in the development and operation of approximately 6 gigawatts of renewable assets across the U.S. As the leader of Duke Energy Renewables/Deriva Energy, I played a pivotal role in elevating annual net income from approximately $70M to an average of $220M, reflecting the power of effective strategy and execution.Beyond corporate leadership, I have served on industry boards, contributing to the advancement of standards and best practices within the renewable energy sector. These experiences have further strengthened my ability to offer governance and advisory expertise that drives both organizational and industry-wide progress.I am eager to bring my expertise to board roles, partnering with forward-thinking organizations committed to embracing renewable solutions and driving transformative change. Let’s connect to explore opportunities to advance strategic energy initiatives and achieve long-term sustainability goals.

Experience

1. Board Member

   Swift Current Energy

   Jul 2025 — Present

   Swift Current Energy is trailblazing a path for clean energy now. Founded in 2016, the company develops, owns and operates highly competitive, utility-scale wind, solar and energy storage projects across the United States. For more information, please visit swiftcurrentenergy.com.

Education

• Clemson University

  Master of Science - MS, Electrical Engineering

  1989 — 1990

• Clemson University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Electrical Engineering

  1984 — 1989