America’s veterans know:
Clean energy is real energy security.

Why are so many Veterans working in clean energy?

Because they understand, perhaps more than anyone, that building America’s future means building our energy at home with strength, reliability, and resilience. Veterans are stepping up for clean energy because it protects national security, powers American innovation, and drives economic strength.

Whether deployed overseas or serving at home, they’ve seen how vulnerable energy supply chains can be. That’s why so many veterans are choosing to lead the charge in American energy independence. Today, nearly 1 in 10 clean energy workers is a veteran, a higher rate than nearly any other industry. They’re not just showing up; they’re speaking up, calling on policymakers to strengthen our country by accelerating clean energy.

Meet the Veteran Faces of Clean Energy

Veterans understand the stakes. They know that energy dominance, reliable American manufacturing, and secure supply chains are critical to our self-determination. They are vocal advocates for reforming outdated permitting processes, expanding domestic energy production, including hydropower and nuclear, and beating global competitors by leading the world in all-of-the-above energy.

Mary Coyne

Mary Coyne, a former Navy submarine officer, found a new mission in the clean energy industry, where she now leads impactful offshore wind projects and champions the community-wide benefits of renewable power.

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Brian Noyes

Brian Noyes transitioned from military and government service to clean energy leadership, showcasing his commitment to combating climate change through electric vehicle innovation and large-scale research investments.

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Alex Yachanin

Former U.S. Navy officer Alex Yachanin now leads clean energy projects at EDF Renewables, helping drive America’s transition to sustainable, utility-scale wind, solar, and battery storage solutions.

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Maida Pearce

Maida Pearce, a veteran turned clean energy advocate, is helping communities benefit from wind power by making energy community-driven.

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Kevin Doffing

Kevin Doffing is Chief Executive Officer at Blacksheep Ventures and lives in Houston, Texas. He’s been in the industry for two years.

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Rolando Mattar

Rolando Mattar, who has been in the industry for 4 years, is the Renewables Segment Manager at Dynapower and lives in Florida.

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Andrew Burke

Andrew Burke, who has been in the industry for 9 years, is Head of New Business Development at Shell Renewables and Energy Solutions.

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Landon Redmon

Landon Redmon, who has been in the industry for 2 years, is a Project Developer at EDP Renewables.

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Shane Roche

Guided by both a physics degree and a commitment to his country, Shane Roche has gone from navigating underwater depths to overseeing clean energy projects that power communities. With an undergraduate degree in physics from The George Washington University, Shane began his career as a submarine officer, serving in the Navy for five years.

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Hear from National Security Experts

Veterans know: America’s energy future must be built at home.

In testimonials, American veterans call the transition to clean energy a national security imperative.

American security is tied to our energy independence.

Ray Mabus, former Navy Secretary, urges leaders to ramp up U.S. clean energy production to strengthen national defense and economic resilience.

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