Gilad Yavetz, Founder of Enlight Renewable Energy

About Gilad Yavetz

Gilad Yavetz is the founder of Enlight Renewable Energy, a publicly traded renewable energy company established in 2008 that develops, finances, constructs, owns, and operates utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects. As of October 1, 2025, Yavetz transitioned from his founding role to become the Executive Chairman of the company, while Adi Leviatan was appointed as the new CEO. Enlight operates globally across the United States, Israel, and 10 European countries and is listed on both the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (since 2010) and Nasdaq (since 2023).

Gilad Yavetz at a glance

• Company: Enlight Renewable Energy
• Latest round: IPO
• Location: Israel

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