We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Construction of the Collinsville North Solar Project is expected to commence in 2017. Equis Wins Public Tender to Develop Taiwan's Largest Solar Project In MinterEllison, you tend to work more with the general counsel but at Skadden, youre working directly with the CEO and CFOs. Vincenzo has over 15 years experience with renewable energy infrastructure projects, specialized in solar and BESS project development and construction. These people deserve to be caught and punished, but they are certainly not the norm in the industry. Were sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. Founder and leader David Russell got a yellow Lamborghini; his brother Tim, a personalized orange Porsche. EY Entrepreneur of the Year (Ernst & Young Singapore), Senior Alumni Award (National University of Singapore School of Business). DAVID: The level at which you can supply renewable energy into the grid is actually quite highfor example, Germany is at around 50% now and theyre targeting 100%. David graduated from their alma mater, Monash University and is currently based in Singapore, Central Singapore. Private equity: The inside story of Equis and its partners' $800 We offer a range of scholarships to give as many boys as possible the chance of a BGS education. If anything we are quite an introverted group, but we knew what we were talking about. "I understand now how people can love a person who does awful things. Ive always worked long hours and that hasnt changed. Russell also chairs Equis Foundation and CSS Foundation, and plans to open a Russian community centre to support disabled and foster children and their parents. When I left my previous employer, I didnt realize how risky it actually was. Thomas has over 20 years experience working in a range of business development and energy trading roles. As the former CEO and Chairman of Equis Energy, David raised and invested over AUD$ 7.9 billion of equity in independent and institutional infrastructure funds across Asia-Pacific. Roby has over 10 years experience of renewable energy transactions across Asia, completing over AUD$ 675m in deals. In Blacklisting Inspur, US Targets Partner Used by Intel and IBM, Twitter Revenue, Earnings Fell About 40% in December, WSJ Says, China E-Commerce Giant JD Set for $1.4 Billion Discount Spree, Bolsonaro Says Mission Isnt Over as US Conservatives Fete Him, Biden Closes In on Order to Restrict US Investment in China Tech, Harrods Shrugs Off Recession Fears as Rich Get Richer, FT Says, Wealthy NYC Family Feuds Over $258 Million Madison Avenue Sale, Tom Sizemore, 'Saving Private Ryan' Actor, Dies at 61. They had reason to celebrate. Additionally, he has held various senior roles with companies such as WePower, AbsoluteClimo, European Energy Exchange, ASX Energy and Deutsche Bank. Over 22 years of Asia-Pacific private equity and infrastructure advisory and investment experience, Former Director & Board Member of Denham Capital Asia Pacific. See reunion dates, update your details and give to BGS. Russell received his M.F.A. Liz has over 14 years' experience of statutory planning experience within the infrastructure and renewable energy sector in Australia. Ltd. Our locally based staff boast a strong understanding of rural and regional Australia. DAVID: Thats the million-dollar question. Instabilities in the region may give others pause, but we seek opportunities amidst them to keep growing. Weve got more than enough to invest in that space, and storage is just going to multiply that demand for capital. DAVID: When we first set up Equis, foreign investors wanted to talk about China and India, and they weren't focused on markets like Thailand and the Philippines. MELPOMENE: They went silent because you left Macquarie? Empower. Equis to Develop 1,000 MW Solar Project in Queensland, Australia DAVID: Years ago, we were just moving paper around. US$5 billion sale of Equis Energy prompts Craig Marsh's high - Domain If you benchmark me against our local project developers, Im risk-averse; but if you benchmark me against a credit guy from a central bank, youll probably view me as risk-seeking [laughs]. There is no substitute for hard work. David Russell, Equis Funds Group: Profile and Biography Head of Acquisitions, Macquarie Korea Infrastructure Fund (KOSPI), Bachelor of Commerce, LL.B, Canterbury University, NZ, Over 28 years of Asia-Pacific private equity and infrastructure advisory and investment experience, Former Macquarie Senior Managing Director & Head of Infrastructure Advisory for Korea and North Asia, Bachelor of Arts (Hons), Major in Business Economics, UC Santa Barbara, MBA, Sloan School of Business, MIT, Investments, Australia & New Zealand Equis since 2010, Over 28 years of Asia-Pacific infrastructure investment and advisory experience, having raised and invested over US$5bn of equity for Asian private equity, Former Macquarie Senior Managing Director & Head of Greater China & Asian Private Equity, Utilities lawyer, Skadden Arps (Washington DC) & Minter Ellison (Melbourne), Bachelor of Economics (Hons), LL.B (Hons), Monash University, Over 25 years of infrastructure investment experience, with 19 years in Australia, Bachelor of Commerce (Hons), Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Deakin University, Advanced Management Program, Harvard Business School, Over 17 years of Asian private equity and infrastructure investment experience, Former Macquarie Vice President & Head of Acquisitions MENA (Abu Dhabi), MKIF investment team (Korea), Bachelor of Economics, Seoul National University, 1 George Street #23-03 As for the finance background, well, youve got to know the numbers when it comes to running a business. Ed is a PhD-qualified grid connection expert with over 25 years of experience in renewable energy generation, transmission and distribution. We may no longer need to build big cathedral type power facilities and expensive distribution systems. That is unheard of in other places but that was the Skadden mindsetthey were tough and uncompromising. Theres a lot of information coming at you and you need to have the ability to identify the issue thats embedded in that information. California Weighs $360,000 in Reparations to Eligible Black Residents. DAVID: Its definitely not who you know. Although what relationship she has with the government given its voracious criticism of her reporting will be interesting. Home | David K. Russell MELPOMENE: Large corporations are almost inevitably hierarchical. For the guys underneath me, there were only so many senior positions available and it created frustration for those competing for it. David Russell | Sad Business School David currently resides in Singapore and was on Singapore Tatlers list of Most Influential People in 2016 and 2018. In 20045, he was Head of Macquaries Principal Transactions Group before becoming a Senior Managing Director, Head of Asian Private Equity and Head of Greater China. David Russell - Equis Mindy has over 14 years experience in infrastructure, power and renewable energy in Australia and South East Asia. People say that Asia is developing, but their frameworks are far more developed than those in Europe. Daniel LeeGroup Head, Corporate CommunicationsDaniel.lee@venaenergy.com, Juwon ChaeGroup Head, Sustainability and Investor RelationsIR@venaenergy.com. DAVID: I get people coming out of Europe and the U.S. saying that theyre worried about Asian re-regulation risk and governments taking away our assets, but that happens even in Southern Europe. Craig Marsh settled upon a black McLaren with carbon-fibre trims. David Russell, Equis Managing Director, stated "Jara represents a pivot by Equis into more integrated renewable energy DAVID: Skydiving! He has delivered assets across the Asia-Pacific. Equis awarded Taiwan's largest solar project at 70MW - PV Tech David Russell who has made his fortune as the cofounder of Singapore-based private equity group Equis has been spending time aboard the impressive vessel with his family. Kahn thought Anton was like Cary Grant. How: Equis covers every stage of a projects lifecycle including origination, development, design construction, and engineering, to operation and maintenance, asset management, and performance optimisation. That deal was a second innings for the spin bowler. David Russell - Crunchbase Person Profile After her August departure from the ABC, and fresh from recharging the batteries in Byron Bay, the former chief economics correspondent is joining online insurance comparison platform Compare the Market. But he also told me theres no law stating that you cant act unreasonably [laughs]. David Russell We are committed and responsive to the communities we serve. In addition, the Tailem Bend Solar Project has been developed to facilitate large scale battery storage further enhancing the base load like nature of the projects.. But the reality is that our investments have never been touched by any of these political instabilities and I think thats a credit to the regulatory regimes. I also have a responsibility to the company in this respect, and were trying to be more socially orientated now. David Russell | Tatler Asia At Equis, our team is driven by the opportunity to sustainably transform Australias energy landscape together and leave a positive legacy for future generations. At one point, Pell who was dressed in what one observer described as "priestly regalia" gave a short speech and toast. She managed a renewable energy portfolio of over 625MW in Australia, sat on the board of Avertas Waste to Energy as well as managed transport and social infrastructure projects. Save 407.2 million litres of water each year (when compared with the water usage of coal fired power plants). I was hoping that it would be a motivator for everyone, but thats me sitting here thinking about it as a 40-year-old. David Russell, Equis Group CEO, commented, As Asias largest renewable energy developer and investor, the Tailem Bend Solar Project represents an exciting expansion into Australia for Equis and an unique opportunity to leverage our development and construction expertise to deliver low cost, large scale, reliable renewable energy for Australian consumers., Mr Russell noted, By developing the Tailem Bend Solar Project and Snowy Hydro diesel projects together, the combined system will have the capability of providing stable power any time of the day across the entire year. Where: Developed markets across the Asia-Pacific region, with a primary focus on Australia, Japan, and South Korea. There are already storage systems that are very profitable, and one of them is pump storage. MELPOMENE HUA: Why did you decide to be profiled after years of being under the radar? DAVID: The plant operations, business development and growth are in other Asian countries such as the Philippines, Japan and India. Its interesting you asked because Im moving house now and while packing I came across my bucket list that I wrote with one of my daughters. Snowy Hydro has agreed to purchase 100% of the power produced from the Tailem Bend Solar Project for at least 22 years. Does Joo Chiat Need Another Italian Joint? She tells CBD she will be based in Sydney, rather than the comparison sites Brisbane headquarters. Everything comes back to the numbers. The company was part of reportedly the largest global renewable energy transaction in history in 2018 when its subsidiary, Equis Energy, was sold to Global Infrastructure Partners for US$5 billion. BILLIONAIRE MAKING WAVES OFF BRIGHTON - PressReader In the Philippines, for example, the government budgets ahead so that they can afford power they need. He has also written two books. David Russell - Oakland, California, United States - LinkedIn MELPOMENE: The project developers dont have the discretion to make decisions locally? After building the Korean private equity business, I felt that it was time to do it myself rather than rely on an institutional brand. They had reason to celebrate. MELPOMENE: Hasnt that kind of short-term focus change with the increasing number of young people becoming entrepreneurs? And guess who was right? Andrew has over 18 years in Australian large-scale renewable energy and has previously held senior positions at ENGIE, Goldwind and WSP where he was responsible for the development, construction, and delivery of primarily large-scale wind and storage projects. David is a Managing Director of Equis and has 28 years of infrastructure and private equity experience. On Thursday, CBDs local operative spotted no fewer than seven utes, four vans and a truck surrounding the site. MELPOMENE: Did your legal and finance background help you in this field? Bloomberg View columnist Barry Ritholtz looks at the people and ideas that shape markets, investing and business. In 10 years, buildings can be fitted with solar panels and your phone could double as a storage device. David Russell, Equis Funds Group: Profile and Biography - Bloomberg Markets Sign In Subscribe Live Now Bloomberg TV+ Bloomberg Studio 1.0:Tony Xu, DoorDash CEO Bloomberg Radio The Big. The knock-down rebuild of the rear of the house will feature two linked pavilions and include a dining and kitchen space as well as rumpus room, a master bedroom and gym.