About Natural Forces Solar
We live our values
Our mission is to enable our clients to participate in the green energy revolution and achieve energy independence. In order to accomplish these goals, we provide our clients with innovative, robust, and cost-effective renewable energy systems that will help combat climate change, enhance resiliency, and create enduring value.
Our core values
Safety
The safety of our team, our clients, our subcontractors, and the general public is our #1 priority. Our team is constantly looking for new ways to improve safety on our project sites.
Trust
Trust in our clients, in our team, in our equipment providers, and in our subcontractors.
Flexibility
Flexibility in how we approach the design & deployment of each project. Flexibility to adapt to changes in client goals, technological advancements, regulations & best practices.
Continuous Improvement
We are always looking for new ways to improve the design & deployment of each project to consistently deliver cost-effective, long-lasting renewable energy systems in a competitive, fast moving sector.
Our core values
Safety
The safety of our team, our clients, our subcontractors, and the general public is our #1 priority. Our team is constantly looking for new ways to ensure safety on our projects.
Trust
Trust in our clients, in our team, in our equipment providers, and in our subcontractors.
Flexibility
Flexibility in how we approach the design & deployment of each project. Flexibility to adapt to changes in client goals, technological advancements, regulations & best practices.
Continuous Improvement
We are constantly looking for new ways to improve the design & deployment of each project to consistently deliver cost-effective, long-lasting renewable energy systems in a competitive, fast moving sector.
Meet our team
Natural Forces Solar is a highly skilled and dedicated team of renewable energy professionals. Guided by our mission and our core values, we are committed to providing clients with top-tier service from concept to completion. Guided by our Core Values, we seek in all we do, at every level of our business, to provide clean, renewable energy to our clients.
John Brereton
Director
John has successfully built and managed high-performing teams throughout his career, and now contributes his expertise to support the operational excellence of our team.
Robert Apold, P.Eng
Director
Robert has successfully commercialized over 400 MW of renewable energy projects to date and utilizes this experience to help support the business development activities of our team.
Roby Douglas, P.Eng
President
Roby has successfully built, grown and managed companies throughout his career and utilizes this experience to ensure our projects are appropriately resourced and that our team members are well-equipped to deliver on our commitments to our clients.
Neil Lewis
Project Manager
Neil has over 15 years of electrical infrastructure project management experience and utilizes this experience to ensure our projects are delivered safely, on time and on budget.
Robert Sweet, P.Eng
Project Manager
Robert has over 5 years of business & operations management experience and utilizes this experience to manage our subcontractors, suppliers, and engineering consultants to ensure our projects are delivered safely, on time and on budget.
Ali Merchant, P.Eng
Project Coordinator
Ali works closely with our clients, vendors, and subcontractors to coordinator the successful delivery of our utility-scale projects.
Vladyslav Ovdiienko, B.Eng
Project Coordinator
Vlad utilizes his electro-mechanical engineering background and experience to coordinate the design and construction of our projects.
Jenna Waugh, B.Sc.
Project Coordinator
Jenna uses her depth of project coordination experience to efficiently manage our solar PV installations. Jenna uses her background to ensure our projects adhere to the highest safety, and quality control standards.
David Lockerby, RSE
Project Coordinator
David uses his depth of experience as an electrician and PV installer to efficiently coordinate the installation of our solar PV projects. Dave’s passion for clean energy drives his dedication to optimizing project efficiency while ensuring client satisfaction.
Justis Stevens
Junior Construction Supervisor
Justis works closely with our clients, vendors, and subcontractors to coordinate the successful delivery of our Cape Breton Island projects.
Kent Noonan, MREM
Business Development Associate
Kent has aided in the development, design, and construction of over 5 MW of renewable energy projects to date and utilizes this experience to coordinate the development and funding of new projects.
Vanessa Escalona, B.Eng
Estimator
Vanessa utilizes her previous experience as an Electrical Estimator and years of industry knowledge, to ensure our projects estimations are completed accurately, while on schedule, budget and scope.
Nathan Dunn, P.Eng
System Design Lead
Nathan utilizes his electrical engineering skills and design experience to value engineer and optimize our system designs to provide maximum value to our clients.
Isaiah Reade, B.Eng
System Designer
Isaiah utilizes his mechanical engineering skills and design experience to support the development and design of our solar PV systems projects.
Diego Pavisich, M.Sc., B.Eng
System Designer
Diego draws on his deep technical background to complete detailed design work for our projects. He has designed all manner of systems and employs a diverse range of tools to create efficient, cost effective solar PV systems.
Abayomi Adewumi, B.Tech, ESET
System Designer
Abayomi has aided in the design and deployment of over 4 MW of solar PV projects and utilizes this experience to increase the support the design and buildability of our solar PV systems.
Kate McFarlane
Health & Safety Coordinator
Kate leverages her 10+ years of health & safety experience to ensure all of our projects are completed according to health & safety best practices and that our team meets or exceeds all regulatory requirements.
Jessica Dorton
HSE Coordinator
Jessica supports the Natural Forces team in achieving their safety goals. With a solid background in relationship management and facilitation, as well as experience in training and technology, she excels in problem-solving and effective communication.
Cameron Morrison
Installation Manager
Cameron leverages his decades of experience training and leading installation and production crews to manage our solar PV installation crews across Atlantic Canada.
Chris Szybunka
Solar Installer
Chris leverages his years of residential and commercial construction experience to help ensure our solar PV projects are installed according to specifications, on time and on budget.
Nathan Scott
Solar Installer
Nathan utilizes his years of solar PV installation and QA/QC experience to ensure our solar PV projects are installed to the highest standards.
Christian Thomas
Lead Installer
Christian utilizes his knowledge in solar PV installation and quality assurance to ensure our solar PV projects achieve the highest standards
Curtis Simon
Solar Installer
Curtis utilizes his solar PV installation and QA/QC experience to ensure our solar PV projects are completed to the highest standards.
Dennis Pictou
Solar Installer
Dennis leverages his expertise in solar PV installation and quality assurance to guarantee that our solar PV projects meet the highest standards.
Maison Stevens
Solar Installer
Maison applies his expertise in solar PV installation and quality assurance to ensure our various solar PV projects are executed to the highest standards.
Volodomyr Sierkov
Solar Installer
Volodomyr draws on his expertise in solar PV installation and quality assurance to ensure our solar PV projects are completed to the highest of standards.
Patrick Dalton, B.Comm
Accountant
Patrick leverages his 6+ years of finance and accounting experience to provide invaluable financial insights to our team and ensure the financial health of our growing business.
Rayanne Lewis
Procurement Coordinator
Rayanne utilizes her procurement expertise to source the best value components for our projects from our vast network of qualified distributors and manufacturers.
Tristan Richard
Operations and Logistics Coordinator
Tristan utilizes his operations and logistics expertise to ensure all of our inventory is accurately tracked, packaged for safe transport, and that materials arrive on time at our project sites.
Joint Ventures
Eskasoni Renewables is a joint venture between Eskasoni First Nation and Natural Forces Solar. Eskasoni Renewables is a full‐service venture which provides development, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and operations & maintenance services for renewable energy and clean technology projects in Cape Breton. To learn more, please visit eskasonirenewables.ca