Gilbert Campbell
Volt Energy Founder/Principal
Gilbert Campbell is one of the co-founders and principals of Volt Energy. Volt Energy is a
national renewable energy firm that finances and develops solar projects, electric-vehicle
charging stations and energy storage solutions for commercial, government, educational and
non-profit institutions.
Gilbert’s passion is driving inclusion in the clean energy sector by providing STEM education
and outreach opportunities for young people across the country. Gilbert has been nationally
recognized for his efforts. Gilbert had the distinction of being recognized during President
Obama’s administration, and in 2016, he received the White House Champions of Change
Award for his leadership in advancing climate change equity. Gilbert was named to EBONY
magazine's 2014 Power 100 List, which recognizes influential achievements by African-
Americans annually. Under Gilbert’s leadership, Volt is a 2014 recipient of Amtrak and The
Washington Wizards Pioneer Award, which honors companies that have made a positive
impact in their community. Volt Energy’s notable clients include The Cheesecake Factory,
Subaru, Pepco, District of Columbia Government, Howard University, and Wake Forest
University.
Gilbert graduated Magna Cum Laude with a B.B.A in Finance from Howard University and has
done post-graduate leadership training at Harvard University.