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Michael Donnelly

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Founding Partner and Chief Risk Officer at Energy Impact Partners
📍 New York, New York, United States

Michael is a Founding Partner and Chief Risk Officer at Energy Impact Partners, a firm with over $5B focused on sustainable energy transformation. He serves on the Investment Committee and several portfolio company boards. An alumnus of the United States Merchant Marine Academy, he also holds an MBA from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business.

Outside of his direct investment responsibilities, Michael maintains connections with his alma mater and has been a featured speaker at industry events. He received the Outstanding Professional Achievement Award from the USMMA for his significant career accomplishments. His professional focus is centered on investments in companies that protect critical infrastructure and advance sustainability.

Unique fact: Michael was named one of the most influential leaders in climate tech venture capital on the 2023 Climate 50 list.

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Experience
40 Years
Current Role
Founding Partner and Chief Risk Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
New York, New York, United States
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Priorities

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Sustainable Investing
As a Founding Partner at a firm dedicated to a sustainable future, he invests in companies optimizing energy and protecting critical infrastructure.
Risk Management
His role as Chief Risk Officer involves leading due diligence, serving on the Investment and Valuation Committees, and managing a multi-billion dollar portfolio.
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Career

Work history

6-2014
Founding Partner and Chief Risk Officer
Energy Impact Partners
10-2010 - 5-2014
Business Development - M&A
GE Energy
2006 - 2010
Managing Director
GE Capital
2003 - 2006
SVP and Manager
GE Capital
1997 - 2003
SVP
GE Capital
In the press

Media appearances

Michael Donnelly, Energy Impact Partners LP: Profile and Biography. Featured in Bloomberg
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Education
BS
United States Merchant Marine Academy
MBA
University of Virginia Darden School of Business
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