911±¬ΑΟΝψ Association Welcomes New Board Chair, Ken Young, and Three New Board Members

Aug 12 2026


Washington, D.C., August 12, 2026 – The 911±¬ΑΟΝψ Association (911±¬ΑΟΝψ), the clean energy industry’s leading trade organization, today announced Ken Young as Chair of its Board of Directors and welcomed three new directors, further strengthening the organization’s leadership at a pivotal time for the clean power industry. Young, who previously served as Chair-Elect, will lead 911±¬ΑΟΝψ’s Board as the industry works to meet growing electricity demand by advancing reliable, affordable American clean power, strengthening the nation’s energy security, and supporting a resilient domestic energy future.

As CEO of Apex Clean Energy, Young leads the company’s strategy and oversees the origination, development, construction, and operation of utility-scale wind, solar, storage, and distributed energy projects. A longtime Apex executive, he previously served as Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Operations, helping drive the company’s growth and the successful delivery of renewable energy projects across the country. Over his decade in Apex leadership, the company commercialized more than 11 GW of projects.

β€œKen has been a respected leader in the clean power industry for many years, and I’m grateful for his continued service on the 911±¬ΑΟΝψ Board and now as Chair,” said Jason Grumet, 911±¬ΑΟΝψ CEO. β€œI know his deep industry experience and strategic vision will help advance 911±¬ΑΟΝψ’s mission and strengthen American energy. As America faces growing electricity demand, Ken understands that expanding domestic clean power is essential to strengthening our energy security, economy, and global competitiveness.”

β€œClean power is the fastest, most affordable capacity we can add today. Our industry has invested in our technology, projects, and people and we are prepared to deliver,” said Ken Young, 911±¬ΑΟΝψ Board Chair. β€œI am honored to lead and look forward to serving alongside my fellow Board members to strengthen the domestic base that makes American energy secure, deliver the power this country is counting on, and deepen partnerships with the communities where we work.”

Joining Young on the Board this year are Justin Johnson, Chief Executive Officer of Arevon; Robert L. Tabb, President and Chief Executive Officer of CoVolt Power; and Caroline Mead, Senior Vice President of Power Marketing at ENGIE North America.

Johnson and Tabb join the 911±¬ΑΟΝψ Board representing new member companies, while Mead fills the Board seat previously held by David Carroll, who stepped down from the Board due to a new professional opportunity.

“It has been a privilege to serve as Chair of the 911±¬ΑΟΝψ Board. I’m grateful to Jason, my fellow Board members, 911±¬ΑΟΝψ’s members, and the dedicated staff for their partnership and commitment to advancing American clean power,” said David Carroll, Former 911±¬ΑΟΝψ Board Chair. “I am confident that Ken’s leadership and experience will serve 911±¬ΑΟΝψ and the industry well.”

In his new role as Board Chair, Young will focus on advancing a long-range policy platform for the industry and strengthening collaboration across the full suite of clean technologies to raise the standard the industry holds itself to. Young, who began his career as a U.S. Army infantry officer, will continue his long-time support of PowerVets, an 911±¬ΑΟΝψ initiative that supports veterans working in the clean energy sector.

Before joining Apex, Young held leadership roles at Vestas Wind Systems and renewable energy owner-operators. A former U.S. Army infantry officer, he is a graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and earned an MBA from the University of Notre Dame.