clearvise AG appoints new CEO to drive YieldCo shift in renewable energy
clearvise AG has named Bernhard Gierke as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective February 1, 2026. He will take over from Petra Leue-Bahns, who has led the company since 2021 and will step down at the end of February. The leadership change comes as the renewable energy firm shifts to a YieldCo model, prioritising stable cash flows and long-term dividends for investors.
Petra Leue-Bahns has served as CEO of clearvise AG for five years, overseeing significant growth in its renewable energy portfolio. Under her leadership, the company expanded its installed capacity to around 388 megawatts. Her departure on February 28, 2026, marks the end of a one-month transition period to ensure smooth operations during the strategic shift.
Bernhard Gierke brings extensive experience in renewable energy, investment, and asset management. Most recently, he worked as a director at Aquila Capital. The Supervisory Board selected him to steer the company’s transition to a YieldCo structure, which focuses on generating predictable cash flows from existing assets rather than rapid expansion. Ingmar Helmke, Chairman of the Supervisory Board, acknowledged Leue-Bahns’s contributions while expressing confidence in Gierke’s ability to drive the next phase of development. The YieldCo model, increasingly adopted by renewable energy firms, aims to attract investors looking for stable returns. Gierke’s appointment aligns with clearvise AG’s goal of optimising its portfolio and enhancing shareholder value.
The leadership handover will complete by the end of February 2026. Bernhard Gierke’s role will centre on implementing the YieldCo strategy, ensuring steady cash generation and reliable dividends. The company’s focus now shifts to operational stability and long-term investor returns.
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