David Pfeiffer
Co-Founder, President, CEO & Board Director
David is a builder, leader, advisor and engineer, focused on sustainable development and the transition to renewable energy. During his 25-year career in the energy industry, David has overseen the development and successful execution of some of the world’s most challenging infrastructure projects. David has learned to prioritize people and relationships, to empathise and collaborate, to ensure benefits are equally shared and concerns are not only heard but acted upon, prioritizing shared values.
In addition to his role leading Bluewater, David is the President and CEO of the Bluewater Renewable Energy Storage Project. Prior to joining Bluewater, David led TC Energy’s $11 billion Coastal GasLink project as President, accountable for all aspects of the project. David also served TC Energy as Vice-President Mexico Projects where he led $6 billion in projects, and as Director on the Board of Bruce Power, the largest operating nuclear power plant in the world.
David has a Civil Engineering degree from the University of Alberta, a Masters of Engineering Degree in Project Management from the University of Calgary, and a Masters of Business Administration Degree from Columbia University and the London Business School.
David is a passionate father of three with a deep-seated love for adventure. From a small farming community on the Canadian prairies, David has traveled the world, completing his MBA in London and New York, and working abroad in Bolivia, Ecuador, Nigeria and Mexico.
Paul is a father and husband with a passion for cycling and travel. He regularly combines the two, competing in arduous cycling races around the world.
Paul Anderson
Vice President Sustainability
Paul is a strategic advisor and project development expert with 30 years’ experience specializing in environmental management, land acquisition, regulatory and stakeholder relations. Paul received a Bachelor of Science Honours Biology degree from the University of Waterloo in 1987 and a Master of Science in Aquatic Ecosystems in 1992. Paul also holds a Business Leadership Development Certificate from the Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary.
In addition to his role with Bluewater, Paul is the Vice President of Sustainability for the Bluewater Renewable Energy Storage Project.
Paul provides leadership and strategic guidance in regulatory approvals and the development of environmental assessment and management programs for major projects. He has extensive experience in complex energy projects and in helping project proponents advance toward social license. Paul has a unique skill set with extensive experience in environmental and land management as well as regulatory affairs, stakeholder & public consultation and Indigenous engagement.
In 1997 Paul led the environmental assessment and management program for the Alliance Pipeline Project, going on to lead Regulatory, Environment, Land and Stakeholder Relations during construction and operations in both Canada and the United States.
In 2007, Paul also acquired a land acquisition company that he later sold to the RPS group in 2013. Following the sale Paul assumed the role of President for RPS Energy Canada, a position which he held until 2018.
From 2018 to 2021 Paul has worked on a wide variety of major projects including infrastructure, high-speed rail, pipelines, and power generation projects, with many currently in various stages of project development, regulatory approval or operations.
Nicole Dailey
Director of Government & Community Affairs
Nicole Dailey is an award-winning public affairs executive with more than 20 years of experience helping organizations navigate complex public policy, regulatory, and community engagement challenges throughout California. As Director of Government and Community Affairs for Bluewater Renewable Energy, she leads stakeholder engagement, government relations, community outreach, and strategic communications efforts supporting the company's renewable energy and energy storage development projects.
Nicole brings a unique combination of executive-level public-sector leadership and private-sector consulting experience. She is the Founder and Principal of Dailey Strategies, a California-based public affairs and strategic communications firm that advises public agencies, developers, utilities, infrastructure providers, and private sector clients, including Fortune 500 companies, on community engagement, government affairs, strategic planning, and project implementation.
Prior to launching her consulting practice, Nicole served as City Manager for the City of Canyon Lake and spent nearly a decade as Deputy City Manager for the City of Lake Elsinore, where she helped lead major infrastructure, environmental, economic development, and community investment initiatives. Throughout her career, she has successfully secured and administered millions of dollars in grant funding, developed long-range strategic plans, built partnerships across all levels of government, and guided organizations through complex regulatory and public approval processes.
Known for her collaborative leadership style, strategic thinking, and deep understanding of California's governmental and regulatory landscape, Nicole is passionate about advancing projects that strengthen communities, support economic growth, and promote a more sustainable future. Her extensive relationships with local, state, and federal stakeholders help position projects for long-term success while fostering meaningful partnerships.
Nicole holds a Master of Business Administration from the Pepperdine Graziadio Business School and a Bachelor of Arts in Communications with a minor in Political Science from San Diego State University.
Outside work, Nicole enjoys spending time with her partner, Justin, and their four children at softball games, exploring the outdoors, or catching up with friends and family.
Peter Ewing
Vice President Finance
Until December 2021, Peter was Managing Director, Corporate Development for TC Energy Corporation. Over more than three decades, Peter held a variety of roles within the TC Energy family ranging from market and strategic analysis to marketing and sales functions with the company’s marketing affiliate. More recently Peter held leadership positions within Corporate Development and was responsible for the execution of significant corporate transactions including acquisitions, divestitures and joint ventures. Recent transactions included the acquisition of the outstanding public equity of TC PipeLines LP, the sale of majority interests in Coastal GasLink Pipeline and Northern Courier Pipeline to financial investors as well the 2016 acquisition of the Columbia Pipeline Group.
Peter holds a B.A. (Honours) and a Master of Arts in economics, both from Queen’s University in Kingston.