Meet Our Team
+40 years of combined experience in renewable energy and investing
Martin Nagell
Co-founder
Martin Nagell has more than 25 years of professional experience in investment banking, management consulting and global green infrastructure investing. He spent over 15 years in various roles with Masdar, the UAE's leading clean energy company, advising the CEO and pioneering the corporate strategy, asset management and M&A execution functions. He has made several contributions to IRENA, the OPSWF network and the IMF on bankable electricity market policies and how to scale renewable energy investments in Emerging and Developing Markets. Prior to joining Masdar, Martin spent 5 years with the Boston Consulting Group, and 5 years with Danske Bank, focusing on value based management and risk, and the execution of M&A and capital markets mandates. He holds a MSc. In finance from the Norwegian School of Economics, and an MBA from Instituto de Empresa.
Elsa Izere
Co-founder
Elsa Izere is an investment professional specializing in solar energy and climate finance, with extensive experience in emerging African markets as a portfolio manager at the sovereign wealth fund of Gabon. She has collaborated with leading institutions like the World Bank Group and S&P Global, managing investment portfolios over $100 million and spearheading sustainability initiatives such as carbon footprint measurements and commercialization of carbon credits. Proficient in all aspects of the investment cycle, from origination to closing, Elsa is skilled in due diligence, strategic planning, and financial modeling. She holds a degree in Actuarial Science from the University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign and is committed to advancing renewable energy initiatives in the region from her base in Kenya.
Mohammad Shahrour
Co-founder
Mohammad Shahrour has experience from developing over 3 GW of renewable energy projects across Central Asia and the Middle East. He is currently with Masdar, as a manager in the development and investment division, and is holding several board positions in JVs representing Masdar’s interests. Prior to joining Masdar, he held a key role in Glencore's London-based commodities trading division, where he managed risk for a portfolio exceeding USD 1 billion across North America, Europe, and Africa through the use of various derivative instruments. Mohammad holds a Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Cambridge, graduating at the top of his class.