BlueWave Appoints Industry Veteran Patty DiOrio As Chief Development Officer To Lead Solar And Energy Storage Growth Across The U.S.

BlueWave, a prominent solar and energy storage developer, owner, and operator based in the Northeast United States, has announced the appointment of Patty DiOrio as its new Chief Development Officer. With over 25 years of experience in the energy sector, Ms. DiOrio is recognized as a dynamic leader with a strong passion for advancing the energy transition and building successful teams. In her new role, she will lead BlueWave’s development strategy, focusing on delivering impactful and profitable renewable energy projects.

Ms. DiOrio brings with her a wealth of expertise in strategy, project development, and energy asset commercialization across North America. Before joining BlueWave, she served as Senior Vice President of Offshore Development & Origination at Ørsted, where she oversaw the development and commercialization of the company’s offshore wind projects.

Her career also includes senior leadership roles at National Grid and IHS Energy, where she played key roles in driving renewable energy growth and shaping market direction. At BlueWave, she will lead the company’s solar, storage, and site acquisition teams, working to enhance collaboration across departments, accelerate project development, and strengthen BlueWave’s position as a leader in the clean energy space.

Sean Finnerty, Chief Executive Officer of BlueWave, expressed his enthusiasm about the appointment, stating, “As BlueWave continues to expand its project portfolio, Patty’s deep expertise in renewable project strategy and portfolio leadership make her an exceptional addition to our team. Her ability to drive complex projects from concept to investment, as well as her influence in shaping policy and market direction, will play a key role in our continued success. We’re thrilled to welcome her and look forward to the positive impact she will bring to our mission.”

Sharing her thoughts on the new role, Ms. DiOrio said, “BlueWave has built an impressive portfolio at the intersection of solar, storage, and sustainable land use. As integrated, community-centered energy solutions become increasingly important, I’m excited to join a team that combines innovation with real-world impact. I look forward to helping shape BlueWave’s next chapter by expanding our development footprint and accelerating clean energy deployment across the U.S.”

Ms. DiOrio holds a Master’s degree in Business from Babson College, a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Boston University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She will be based at BlueWave’s headquarters in Boston.