Sam Lipman
Director Of Solar Programs at ICAST (International Center for Appropriate & Sustainable Technology)
Sam Lipman is an experienced professional in the renewable energy sector, currently serving as the Director of Solar Programs at ICAST since November 2022 and as the President of Industrial Development Services Corporation since August 2019, where responsibilities include solar project acquisition, development, and financing, particularly in Maine. Previously, Sam was the CEO of Vasari Energy, Inc., leading the development and acquisition of a significant renewable energy portfolio, including a 300 MW solar project in Arizona. Prior roles included Director of Project Development and Sales at Eoplly USA Inc., where strategic partnerships were forged, and Southwest Regional Manager at ENFINITY AMERICA CORPORATION, overseeing utility project development across several states. Sam's career began at Power Central Associates, LLC, focusing on utility-scale power generation projects. Academic credentials include a Master's Degree in Social Psychology from Lehigh University and a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Suffolk University.