Amina Patel
Energy finance specialist with expertise in structuring funding for energy efficiency projects, renewable energy investments, and sustainable infrastructure. Expert in financial modeling and risk assessment.
About Amina Patel
My practice focuses on making energy efficiency and renewable energy projects financially viable. I help clients identify appropriate funding mechanisms, structure projects to meet investor requirements, and navigate the complex financial ecosystem of green financing, from traditional debt to innovative structures like green bonds and energy service agreements.
Education
MBA, Finance
University of Alberta
2009
BComm, Finance and Economics
University of Calgary
2005
Professional Experience
Principal
2015-02 - Present
Patel Energy Finance Advisory
Provide financial structuring and advisory services for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. Helped clients secure over $200M in project financing across diverse energy initiatives.
Investment Manager
2012-06 - 2015-01
Energy Efficiency Alberta
Managed portfolio of investments in energy efficiency projects throughout Alberta. Evaluated financial risk, structured financing packages, and monitored project performance.
Senior Financial Analyst
2009-09 - 2012-05
ATB Financial
Specialized in commercial lending for energy and infrastructure projects. Developed expertise in risk assessment for renewable energy and efficiency initiatives.
Professional Certifications
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
CFA Institute
2013-08
Certified Energy Finance Professional
Energy Finance Institute
2016-11
Thought Leadership
Consultation Process
My process begins with a financial feasibility assessment of your energy project, evaluating capital requirements, potential funding sources, and risk factors. I then develop customized financial models and help structure projects to maximize returns while minimizing risks. For appropriate projects, I facilitate introductions to my network of lenders, investors, and funding agencies.
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Policy Expertise
I specialize in financial incentives, tax credits, and funding programs for energy efficiency and clean energy. My policy knowledge spans federal infrastructure funding, provincial grant programs, utility incentives, and emerging green financing mechanisms including Canada Infrastructure Bank programs.