Marci J. Palmstrom has been appointed Vice President of Asset Management at esVolta, LP. Palmstrom will oversee asset management and operations for esVolta’s over 1.4 GWh fleet of utility-scale, front-of-meter battery energy storage systems (BESS) throughout the US.
In charge of managing and guiding every facet of asset management, Palmstrom will create and implement plans that optimize asset performance, dependability, security, and profits while guaranteeing adherence to all legal and regulatory obligations. In order to realize esVolta’s mission of leading the grid of the future with creative, dependable energy storage solutions, she will concentrate on cultivating a positive culture and promoting growth and development in her leadership role.
“It’s a pleasure to welcome Marci to lead our Asset Management team, especially now, at a time when the safe and reliable operation of BESS has never been more important. Her comprehensive experience across all aspects of asset management will be instrumental in safeguarding our assets, delivering value through on-budget performance to stakeholders, and driving progress toward our strategic goals,” stated Randolph Mann, CEO, esVolta.
Palmstrom has extensive knowledge in wholesale operations, contract management, and energy efficiency from his more than 25 years of experience in the energy and utility industry. She was an executive at Southern California Edison before joining esVolta, where she worked in operations to optimize market and customer income.
Palmstrom has a Master of Public Administration from California State University, Northridge, and a Business and Communications degree from California State University, Fullerton.