Philadelphia, PA, April 08, 2025 — Ocean Thermal Energy Corporation (OTE Corp), a leader in energy and desalinated water solutions, proudly announces the appointment of Shane Osborn as Program Manager for Federal and Commercial Partnerships. Osborn brings decades of leadership experience in the military, government, and renewable energy sectors, making him a valuable asset in advancing OTE Corp’s growing portfolio of defense and commercial projects.
As a combat-decorated U.S. Navy veteran, Osborn earned international recognition for his extraordinary leadership after safely landing a damaged U.S. Navy EP-3 aircraft following a mid-air collision in international airspace with a Chinese fighter jet in 2001. His heroism earned him the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Meritorious Service Medal. Osborn later served as Nebraska State Treasurer, overseeing over $17 billion in pension assets and implementing award-winning transparency initiatives.
He is also the founder and CEO of RWH Energy, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) recognized by the U.S. Department of Energy as an approved Energy Service Company (ESCO).
In his new role at OTE Corp, Osborn will lead engagement with the U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, and strategic commercial partners, helping to identify, secure, and manage mission-critical energy and water infrastructure projects that will improve resiliency through energy independence for remote military bases in tropical regions.
“We are honored to welcome Shane to the OTE team,” said Jeremy P. Feakins, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at OTE Corp. “His leadership, integrity, and extensive federal experience perfectly align with our mission to deliver sustainable infrastructure where it’s needed most.”
Contract for U.S. Army Through Johnson Controls
OTE Corp is executing a significant contract with Johnson Controls to support a U.S. Army base in the Pacific. This project focuses on implementing advanced Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) technology to enhance energy resilience and reduce dependence on imported fuels. OTE’s systems are designed to deliver continuous, 24/7 baseload renewable power tailored for the unique needs of remote or mission-critical military installations.
This contract represents a pivotal milestone for OTE Corp, underscoring the U.S. military’s confidence in our deep technical expertise, engineering innovation, and decades-long experience with OTEC technology.