David Cooper

David Cooper brings over 15 years of cleantech investment expertise to the Solar RePower market, specializing in agricultural energy applications and the integration of regenerative farming systems.

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Current Focus

David leads the Central Valley Energy RePower Program, upgrading solar arrays originally installed between 2010 and 2013 with advanced battery storage systems optimized for agricultural operations, including irrigation pumping, processing facilities, and cold storage.

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Through strategic partnerships, David facilitates the deployment of solar capacity and battery storage specifically engineered for agricultural energy demands, emphasizing demand charge management and time-of-use optimization.

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Investment Expertise

As a key figure at Solar RePower, David develops blended finance structures to scale regenerative food system transitions. He addresses the funding gap in agriculture and food systems through integrated approaches that generate financial, ecological, and community benefits.

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Technical Specialization

• Solar RePower Systems: Expert in retrofitting existing solar installations with advanced battery storage integration, power management systems for agricultural loads, and grid-tie optimization.

• Agricultural Integration: Specializes in energy solutions that support soil health, water management, and carbon sequestration while delivering measurable financial returns to farming operations.

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Mission

David demonstrates how aging renewable energy infrastructure can be repowered to become the foundation for resilient agricultural systems that achieve energy independence while supporting regenerative farming practices and restoring ecological health.