Alastair Smith

Developer of critical mineral supply chain solutions and energy infrastructure with over a decade of experience scaling energy and digital infrastructure across multiple countries in Africa and Southeast Asia. Co-founded PowerGen Renewable Energy in 2010, serving as Co-Founder and various leadership roles including Head of Nigeria Operations and Senior Director of Installations until 2024. Built community microgrids in Kenya, Tanzania, Sierra Leone, and Nigeria, providing clean, reliable, affordable electricity to rural communities. Holds an engineering degree from Harvard University. Currently serves as Executive at Karda One, focusing on deep geothermal, clean heat, grid-scale storage, and industrial heat recovery. Also serves as Executive Director of Critical Minerals at Ochroma Group LLC since 2024.