1. Graeme R. Donaldson – LinkedIn references/recommendations
Jim Barlow Spectra Associates
It has been my good fortune to know Graeme in a personal and work capacity. He is an extremely talented and
qualified engineer with a high level of integrity, and is a very honorable person. If one needs advice, or in-depth
engineering information, you can rely on Graeme to give you an appropriate answer to your question. Apart from
being intelligent and creative, he has a great sense of humor. His “outside the box” thinking and ability to
communicate with various levels of employees within an organization makes him a very valuable asset. Anyone that
has the opportunity to know Graeme is better for the experience.
August 25, 2013, Jim was with another company when working with Graeme at ColGreen Energy.
Thomas B. Mart Director Project Management at Siemens AG
I worked with Graeme as my customer for utility scale solar PV projects. He is a fun person to work with along with
being a great and direct communicator, always anticipating the next steps, giving attention to all relevant details. He
also is an experienced ops manager with a pragmatic and cost aware approach towards plant optimization. With clear
above board business ethics he is a great addition to any team operating in a complex energy generation and/or
permitting environment. His dedication to the task on hand is 24/7
September 19, 2012, Thomas was a consultant or contractor to Graeme at ColGreen Energy.
Jeff Frericks Director: Advanced Phantom Works Venture Programs at Boeing
I have found working with Graeme to be not only a pleasure, but more importantly, he is an accomplished senior
executive with extensive power plant and power systems experience. He comes with my high recommendations!
September 14, 2012, Jeff was with another company when working with Graeme at ColGreen Energy.
Chris Roach Project Development Manager at Ceres, Inc.
Graeme and I worked closely for over a year on the development of a utility scale renewable energy generation
project, in which time I gained intimate knowledge of Graeme as a professional and an individual. His engineering
background, operational experience, business acumen, problem solving ability, integrity, tenacity, and overall
enthusiasm to get the job done are second to none. I look forward to future opportunities to work with Graeme so that
I may share in his certain success and continue to benefit from his vast knowledge.
September 13, 2012, Chris was with another company when working with Graeme at ColGreen Energy.

2. Angelo Formenti Oil & Energy Professional
Graeme impressed as professional, experienced and pragmatic business partner.
September 4, 2012, Angelo was a consultant or contractor to Graeme at ColGreen Energy.
Gautam Bahri Principal at The Boeing Company
I was first acquainted with Graeme when he was running the Colmac facility as its senior-most plant executive. What
was truly astounding was that with his meticulous planning and execution, he ran the plant at some unbelievably high
efficiency figure for several consecutive years. He also showed a very good understanding of the energy generation
business during the permitting process of the ColGreen PV power plant. Wish him all success in his future endeavors.
August 30, 2012, Gautam was with another company when working with Graeme at ColGreen Energy.
Mike Zapata Siemens Global Account Manager - Data Center Solutions
It's been a pleasure working with a professional and experienced resource in the renewable energy market such as
Graeme Donaldson. Graeme has a solid grasp on the technological, policy and financial aspects of developing large
renewable energy projects and was instrumental in my development and understanding of the many challenges and
opportunities. A supplier and/or EPC would want a partner such as Graeme to leverage his knowledge and
relationships to execute on projects and feel confident that trust and respect is maintained and expected throughout the
process.
August 29, 2012, Mike was with another company when working with Graeme at ColGreen Energy.
John Condon Managing Director, Vista Capital
Graeme is an acknowledged expert in the field of renewable energy project development and operation; particularly in
utility scale solar PV and large scale biomass to power projects.
I don't track such things, but Graeme must hold some type of national or even global record for operational efficiency
for the 47 MW biomass power facility he ran for 15 years here in southern California. His track record of 92 - 95%
capacity is a complete outlier in the industry.
Graeme has been especially helpful in advising my clients on nascent project opportunities that appeared to be viable.
However, his insight, experience and industry knowledge led him to advise my clients to NOT move forward and it
was the best advice they could have received. His good counsel has been invaluable.
August 29, 2012, John was Graeme's client.

3. Paul Strauss Vice President at Integrated Global Services, Inc.
I am pleased to recommend Graeme Donaldson. Our company was part of Graeme's team at Colmac Energy. Based
on Graeme's leadership, the team achieved very high capacity and availability results for Colmac Energy. Graeme is
extremely motivated, has great attention to detail, and his hands on approach with his team paid immense dividends
for this facility.
March 28, 2013, Paul was a consultant and contractor to Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Iain Hall CTO at Integrated Global Services
Having had the experience of working with plant managers across oil and gas, power and pulp and paper industries,
not just in the US but in Europe, Asia and Africa, I can say without question that I have yet to meet a plant manager
who runs a shutdown like Graeme does. He is unique in maintaining tight demands with respect to schedule, cost, and
quality in his shutdowns and at the same time achieving tremendous alignment and teamwork between plant and
vendor personnel across organizational levels. Like any high performance vehicle, it might take a day or two to figure
him out before you realize you have a top notch performer.
December 17, 2012, Iain was with another company when working with Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Chris Thompson Senior Vice President at ACI Energy, Inc.
Graeme has the strongest technical capabilities I have seen for a plant manager.
October 14, 2012, Chris worked with Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Patrick Jennings Utility Boiler Specialist
Under Graeme's direction, the Colmac plant had an enviable capacity factor record. This was due to a unique ability to
focus both on the details and the big picture simultaneously. I worked with Graeme during a proposed expansion of
the Colmac plant. He is a professional with a strong drive to get things done and I enjoyed working with him.
October 9, 2012, Patrick was with another company when working with Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Tom Beene Southern Area Superintendent of Gas Transmission, Operations & Maintenance at PG&E

4. Graeme has one of the strongest knowledge base and understanding of the power plant industry that I've seen. His
background has given him his ability to understand all aspects of the operations; maintenance; contracts; and budgets.
Graeme is always professional, loyal, his ethics and expectations for himself are amongst the highest in the business.
September 21, 2012, Tom worked with Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Gary Mcdonald IT Professional at Government
Graeme always conducts himself in a very professional manner, and shares the values of management and what truly
defines a good leader. Since retiring in May, I now work as an IT specialist. In my new chapter, I look forward every
day to working with people as professional as Graeme.
September 19, 2012, Gary was with another company when working with Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Tom Burdi Owner, Advanced process services Inc.
Graeme was well known for his management abilities, not only working with his people but working well with the
contractors both in a timely and knowledgeable way. He demanded that you give your full ability to your work and
nothing less. His criticism was always positive to better your ability to perform your duties. Other plants in the area
knew Graeme for his work style and they always admired him for his ability to run the most efficient facility in the
area......
September 19, 2012, Tom was a consultant or contractor to Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Vince Becker DCS Process Control Engineer
He was a fantastic person to work with. He is one of the most valuable people I have ever met. Proactive person.
Multi-skilled and forward thinking. I enjoyed working with him on the various projects we took on. Very positive
attitude towards work.
September 7, 2012, Vince reported to Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Ellen Beatty
VP - Western Sales at Oxbow Carbon & Minerals LLC
Graeme was a customer of mine for many years. During those years, Graeme was one of the finest individuals I've
worked with. His operating expertise, management skills, knowledge of the industry and his direct communications
and integrity always made Graeme a pleasure to work with. His wit and sense of humor were the icing on the cake!!! I
highly recommend Graeme if you want the "straight scoop" and you want the best!!!

5. September 7, 2012, Ellen was a consultant or contractor to Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Lawrence Stevens Alstom VP Field Operations ECS
I personally have known Mr. Donaldson for over 20 years. We interfaced together while I was working at Ahlstrom
Pyropower. I consider Graeme to be of the highest integrity and his management and technical skills are excellent. I
would recommend him for most any position he is seeking and would be willing to discuss further as appropriate.
August 31, 2012, Lawrence was with another company when working with Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Paula Bates Utilities Professional
Graeme is very committed to his work. He is knowledgeable and supportive of the people who work for him. Graeme
was always looking for better ways to improve efficiency while lowering operating costs.
August 31, 2012, Paula reported to Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Jeffrey Ruoss Plant Manager at Covanta Energy
Graeme is a very conscientious manager. Detailed planning with excellent execution of projects.
August 29, 2012, Jeffrey was with another company when working with Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Randy Peterson Ormat Manager Corporate Permitting
Graeme is a remarkable engineer, an outstanding businessman, and a powerful leader. His hard work, diligence,
creativity, and insight made Colmac Energy one of the most successful biomass power operations in the world.
August 29, 2012, Randy was with another company when working with Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Mark Stanley Vice President at MicroCool
Working with Graeme is always a pleasure. During his time at Colmac Energy, we worked on various projects
together. The aims and objectives of each project were clearly set out so that there was no question of how the job was
to proceed or execution. It allowed work to be done efficiently, quickly and be completed on time.

6. August 29, 2012, Mark was a consultant or contractor to Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Dan Crawford Ash & By-Products Manager, DTE Stockton/Stoneman
Graeme is one of the most thorough energy plant operators I've known. Every detail of the process from
instrumentation, to the best type of steel to use in the boiler, to harmonizing all the operations in making the plant
most efficient is a rare strength that Graeme possesses.
August 29, 2012, Dan was with another company when working with Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Rich Crawford Chief Executive Officer at Integrated Global Services, Inc.
Graeme is a resourceful, hard-driving manager who has high performance expectations for himself and others. He
drives towards business results, which, in turn, helped make IGS, one of his key suppliers, a better service provider
and company.
August 29, 2012, Rich was a consultant or contractor to Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Dominique Dieken, P.E. Senior Fire Protection Engineer at Starr Technical Risks Agency, Inc.
I have worked with Graeme over a period of seven years. He is a thoroughly detail-oriented individual with a solid
hands-on approach who has demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of the power generation field.
August 27, 2012, Dominique was a consultant or contractor to Graeme at Colmac Energy.
John Darrow Applications Engineer at W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
I worked with Graeme for over 10 years while he was at Colmac Energy. He was very focused on plant
reliability/availability and teamwork. During that time he greatly improved overall plant operations.
He paid attention to details, even with auxiliary such as the boiler baghouse. As the supplier of filter bags, I felt like
an integral part of his team. Working together, we extended the bag life from less than 2 years to over 11 years and
eliminated any outages associated with the fabric filter system
August 27, 2012, John was with another company when working with Graeme at Colmac Energy.

7. Juan DeLara Risk Manager at Federated Mutual Insurance
I have known Graeme for about 20 years. He has always been a very friendly person and extremely professional. I
first met him when he was at Colmac and I was Mayor of the City of Coachella. He developed a great personal
reputation and he established Colmac as a great Corporate Citizen. We are now involved in an organization that is
supporting the Restoration of the Salton Sea; The Salton Sea Action Committee. Graeme’s presence, participation and
knowledge of the area, the environment and the renewable energies are truly an asset to our group as a member of the
board.
August 27, 2012, Juan was with another company when working with Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Thomas Daniel Owner, Beaumont Concrete Company
Graeme came up with a cost saving plan for Colmac. I worked with Graeme on this project for over two years.
Graeme was relentless in pushing this project through. The project has saved the Energy Company thousands.
August 26, 2012, Thomas was with another company when working with Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Rich Pace Regional VP at Siemens
I've worked with Graeme off and on over the years and find him to be professional, hard-working, and very focused
on the value proposition of any business venture he engages in.
August 26, 2012, Rich was a consultant or contractor to Graeme at Colmac Energy.
Eric Church
Sales & Marketing Manager at R-S Matco, Inc.
I had the opportunity to work with Graeme while he was VP at Colmac Energy. His attention to detail and technical
expertise is second to none. He’s always one step ahead of any potential issue that may arise. He maintains high
expectations of his himself and this is reflected in the expectations of his vendors. I hope to have the opportunity to
work with him once again and would definitely recommend him for any future projects!
June 26, 2013, Eric was with another company when working with Graeme at Colmac Energy