
Clay Walton
Technical Team Leader
Clay Walton is a seasoned technical leader with over 40 years of experience in engineering, project management, and operations across traditional energy, renewable energy, and process industries. He has successfully managed large-scale projects, guiding cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, efficient, and cost-effective solutions. Clay is highly regarded for his ability to adapt to diverse cultural and organizational environments, build trust, and drive operational success in complex projects.
Key Achievements:
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Renewable Energy Leadership: Directed multi-state operations for dairy manure-to-RNG facilities, overseeing commissioning, startup, and long-term performance optimization.
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Process Optimization: Delivered advanced wastewater treatment systems for the food and beverage industry, leveraging centrifuge and DAF technologies to reduce TSS and BOD for anaerobic digestion.
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Cross-Industry Expertise: Led projects in sectors ranging from power generation and refining to biofuels and wastewater treatment, ensuring sustainability and efficiency.
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Strategic Change Management: Successfully guided organizations through operational restructures and technological upgrades to improve productivity and market competitiveness.
Career Highlights:
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VP of Operations (Renewable Energy): Managed the development, commissioning, and operations of multiple RNG facilities, including anaerobic digestion systems processing dairy manure into renewable energy.
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Director of Engineering (Power and Process Industries): Spearheaded engineering and project management efforts for power plants and industrial facilities, delivering projects on time and under budget.
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Process Industry Innovator: Championed sustainable solutions in wastewater treatment, implementing best-in-class technologies to meet regulatory and operational targets.
Notable Projects:
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RNG Facility Operations: Led multi-state renewable energy projects focused on converting organic waste into RNG.
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Food & Beverage Wastewater Treatment: Optimized wastewater systems using centrifuges and DAF technology to reduce BOD, improving environmental compliance and operational efficiency.
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Power Plant and Refining Projects: Directed large-scale projects in traditional energy sectors, ensuring seamless integration of advanced technologies.