Thorn Lake Solar

of carbon-free electricity each year

of CO2 emissions expected to be offset each year, equivalent to the emissions generated by 6,000 cars driven in one year

Solar Development Manager, AES

Frank Krawczel is a Development Manager for AES and the lead developer for Thorn Lake Solar. In this position, Frank is responsible for all development aspects of the project, including securing land rights, interconnection rights, building permits, and property tax agreements, working closely with AES’ engineering, finance and commercial teams, project partners and key stakeholders. Frank holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in urban and environmental planning from the University of Virginia and is an avid fly fisherman and guide.

Manager, Permitting and Environmental Compliance, AES

Sarah Lindemann is a Permitting Manager for AES and has been in her current role since 2019. She manages permitting efforts for AES’ utility-scale solar projects in the Mid-Atlantic and midwestern states, including Missouri and Michigan. Sarah develops permitting strategies for projects at federal, state, and local levels of government and works closely with a variety of stakeholders to ensure the success of AES projects. Sarah joined the renewable energy industry in 2016 and is passionate about finding solutions to complex land-use challenges and creating connections between stakeholders. She is a graduate of Sweet Briar College and Virginia Tech. Sarah is an avid gardener and reader and enjoys spending time at the stable and riding.