Faces of Wind: Triple Oak Power's Phoebe Bloom on Community-Centered Wind Energy

By Jaxon Tolbert, Senior Program Associate at the Southeastern Wind Coalition

Phoebe Bloom

Manager of Business Development at Triple Oak Power

Phoebe Bloom’s passion for connecting people, places, and sustainable energy has guided her journey into the wind industry. As the Manager of Business Development at Triple Oak Power, she is dedicated to advancing wind projects that not only respect local land but also bring real benefits to communities across the Southeast. From engaging with landowners to understanding the unique energy needs of the region, Phoebe’s story is one of curiosity, commitment, and a deep respect for the land and the people who call it home.

Phoebe’s path to the wind industry wasn’t straightforward; it was shaped by her passion for understanding how politics, environment, and community development intersect. While studying Political Science and American Studies at Williams College, she explored how built and natural environments reflect power dynamics and influence community interactions. “I was really interested in how the development of environments reflected politics,” she recalls, “not just partisan politics, but how spaces influence how people view and interact with each other.”

Growing up in the Northeast, Phoebe spent her winters skiing—a passion that fueled her love for the outdoors. This connection to nature deepened when she saw a wind turbine on the slopes of Jiminy Peak in western Massachusetts. “It was always just this cool thing,” she recalls, “a piece of energy infrastructure that felt natural, not like an imposition.” This experience cemented her belief that renewable energy could enhance, not disrupt, existing landscapes.

On the ground: Phoebe visiting an operational wind project in the Mississippi Delta

Her first experience with wind energy came during a consulting role after college, where she worked with a wind developer and realized the potential for wind to serve both energy needs and community values. “I wanted my work to reflect my values and make an impact on things that matter to me,” Phoebe says—a sentiment that has guided her career decisions ever since.

Phoebe joined Triple Oak Power as the tenth employee during a critical time for the company. Her first major project involved a wind development project in Arkansas. “It was a project that had languished, and our mission was to dust it off and move it forward,” she explains. This role allowed her to dive into the ins and outs of wind development while helping shape Triple Oak’s direction.

What sets Triple Oak Power apart, according to Phoebe, is its deep-rooted commitment to partnering with communities. The company’s focus on onshore wind energy allows it to work within existing land use practices, particularly in farming communities where land is at a premium. “A turbine takes up one or two acres,” Phoebe notes, “so it’s not displacing; it’s just adding to what landowners are already doing.” This approach has helped Triple Oak Power become a trusted partner in the communities it serves.

One of Phoebe’s standout experiences underscores the importance of building trust and engaging communities early in development. After over a year of connecting with landowners in the Mississippi Delta, she and her team hosted their first landowner event, where initial skepticism began to turn into excitement. “Seeing the community start to express excitement about our work is rewarding because it does take a long time, and there are many obstacles,” Phoebe shares.

Education and community: Phoebe engaging with landowners at an Arkansas dinner event

Now residing in Tennessee, Phoebe acknowledges the unique environmental landscape of the Southeast. Though relatively new to the region, she understands the real-world energy demands driving regional development. While the Southeast may not have the same reputation for environmental activism as other parts of the country, Phoebe has been inspired by the practical, community-focused approach she’s encountered. “It’s about the realities of incoming data centers and manufacturing growth, how we’re going to meet energy needs, and how wind can benefit the communities it’s co-located with,” she explains.

Looking ahead, Phoebe sees taller turbines as a game-changer that will make wind projects viable in new areas, providing a unique opportunity for renewable energy to enhance rather than disrupt local identities. “It’s a rare opportunity for something new not to displace the community and economic identities that already exist,” she reflects.

For those considering a career in wind energy, Phoebe offers sound advice: be prepared for a field that requires patience, flexibility, humility, and a willingness to learn. “It’s an industry where there’s a lot of need for what you’re doing, but it also requires wearing a lot of hats,” she advises. It’s a challenging but rewarding path, one where the work you do can leave a lasting legacy—both for the environment and the communities you serve.

As Phoebe continues her work at Triple Oak Power, she remains driven by the same values that sparked her journey into the wind industry: a commitment to making a meaningful impact, a deep respect for the communities she works with, and a belief in the power of renewable energy to create a better future. Her work is not just about meeting energy demand—it's about building lasting relationships and empowering communities to take charge of their energy futures.

Adventure outdoors: Phoebe trades her skis for rock climbing in the Southeast—her dog loves it too!

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Triple Oak Power’s mission is to develop sustainable energy plants. Founded in 2020, the U.S.-based renewable energy business brings a fresh approach to a proven playbook. With decades of wind development and power market experience among its leadership and team, Triple Oak develops wind power and other clean energy technologies. The company’s 8 GW project pipeline spans 18 states with employees nationwide. Driven by core values of transparency, experience, and diversity, Triple Oak is committed to building a cleaner, more equitable power system for customers while making a positive impact in communities. With Energy Capital Partners (ECP) as its financial partner, a leading investor in the energy transition, Triple Oak is growing its portfolio and impact nationally to meet rising demand for sustainable American energy supply. Learn more at www.tripleoakpower.com.

The Southeastern Wind Coalition is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit advancing the wind industry in the Southeast, with a focus on supply chain growth, economic development, job creation, and developing wind energy solutions that benefit both industry and communities. Discover more about SEWC’s mission and explore the story of wind energy in the Southeast at www.sewind.org.