JuniPower Team

Our Mission

At JuniPower we are a collective of energy professionals, deeply rooted in the heart of rural America, driven by a shared moonshot: to responsibly power the nation's burgeoning AI future. We are committed to delivering reliable, low-carbon energy solutions, beginning with the strategic deployment of natural gas generation paired with advanced carbon capture, and charting a course towards a future anchored by cutting-edge advanced nuclear power.

Our work is more than just infrastructure; it's a testament to our passion for the land and the hardworking farm and ranc communities across rural Americae, where our projects take root. Led by our President, Brian Hill, a native of Cheyenne, WY, we are dedicated to giving back to the very communities that welcome us, ensuring our growth fosters local prosperity. Through innovative approaches like recycling wastewater for data center cooling and our vital partnership with Meriden Carbon and the Steamboat Carbon Storage Hub, we are building a sustainable energy legacy that honors both the environment and the spirit of the American West.

What We Believe

At JuniPower, our core values are inspired by the enduring spirit of the American West and the timeless principles of the Cowboy

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Integrity & Trust:

Like the cowboys whose word was their bond, we operate with unwavering honesty and transparency. We believe in building lasting relationships through trust, ensuring our commitments to landowners, partners, and communities are always honored, even when no one is watching.

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Grit & Determination:

Facing the vast challenges of powering the AI era requires the true "cowboy up" spirit. We are tenacious, committed to seeing every project through to completion, and doing what needs to be done, no matter how tough the trail or how long it takes.

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Stewardship of Land & Community:

Our passion for Wyoming's landscapes and its people guides our every action. We are dedicated stewards of the environment, innovating to protect precious resources like water, and ensuring our projects bring lasting benefit and respect to the rural communities we call home.

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Self-Reliance & Innovation:

In the spirit of the rugged individual, we embrace resourcefulness and resilience. We tackle complex energy challenges with ingenuity, constantly seeking innovative solutions—from carbon capture to advanced nuclear—to forge a new, sustainable path forward for the nation.

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Loyalty & Partnership

We "ride for the brand" of JuniPower, our partners, and the future of American energy. Our success is built on fierce loyalty to our shared mission and strong, collaborative partnerships with landowners and industry, working together towards a common horizon.

Leadership team

Jeff Kummer

CEO

Jeff Kummer is a visionary founder and energy expert with two decades of experience leading new ventures across the energy, technology, and carbon management sectors. As CEO and Founder of JuniPower and Meriden Carbon, he is dedicated to building the new energy economy, powering the future of AI with reliable, low-carbon solutions like natural gas with carbon capture and advanced nuclear. Rooted in his rural North Dakota upbringing, Jeff's passion for innovation extends to his commitment to community and fostering the next generation of leaders.

Brian Hill

President & COO

Brian Hill is a Co-founder and President of JuniPower bringing a deep passion for his hometown of Cheyenne and its surrounding communities. Leveraging his background in petroleum engineering, Brian leads the company's operations across the US. As a board member of Cheyenne LEADS, his commitment to Wyoming is central to JuniPower's mission of developing sustainable energy solutions for the nation's AI future, ensuring local prosperity and environmental responsibility.

John Hegarty

EVP, Land & Regulatory

John Hegarty, a Co-founder of JuniPower, brings extensive land, legal, and regulatory expertise to energy project development across the Rocky Mountain West. A University of Wyoming College of Law graduate, his background working with both large operators and ranchers drives JuniPower's landowner-focused model. John's deep connection to the land, also evident in his family's New Mexico cattle operation, reinforces JuniPower's commitment to sustainable, community-oriented growth.