Nova Welcomes Julie Aird to the Board of Directors

Today, we’re excited to share that our CFO, Julie Aird, has been appointed to Nova’s Board of Directors. At Nova, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability and strong leadership as we redefine the renewable energy landscape.

With a degree in law and Chartered Accountant qualification gained whilst training with world leading accounting practice PwC, Julie has over 30 years’ experience in the accounting profession and industry.

Since joining Nova in 2020, Julie has brought extensive expertise in finance and operational leadership. Since then, she has played a pivotal role in our success, raising investment, both institutional and private, and growing our finance team and their capabilities.

As a member of the board, Julie will not only continue to lead Nova’s financial strategy, but will also take charge of driving our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) programme. Her leadership will ensure that sustainability and ethical growth remain central to our mission as we scale our operations and accelerate global impact.

Julie has been instrumental in shaping Nova’s success and advancing our mission to deliver leading floating solar and tidal energy solutions. Her financial expertise and vision, combined with her passion for sustainability, will bring tremendous value to our board as we continue to expand and grow.
— Simon Forrest, CEO, Nova Innovation
It’s an honour to join Nova’s Board at this exciting and critical point in our journey. I look forward to contributing to the company’s strategic direction, leveraging my experience in finance and ESG to drive sustainable growth. Renewable energy represents one of the greatest challenges and opportunities of our time. By raising and deploying capital effectively, promoting good governance, and fostering a strong high-performing team, we can achieve our ambitious goals while delivering value for our stakeholders.
— Julie Aird, CFO, Nova Innovation

This leadership appointment marks a significant step forward in Nova’s journey, reinforcing our commitment to innovation, growth and sustainability.

Victoria Stelfox