About
Eleanor Firestein is an Investment Analyst at RWC Asset Management LLP, based in New York, NY. In her current role, she focuses on equity research and analysis, providing investment recommendations primarily in the energy and renewables sector. Her responsibilities include performing deep fundamental analysis, assessing company financials, and monitoring industry trends to guide portfolio strategy.
She has extensive experience in the investment field, previously serving as an Investment Analyst at Ecofin, where she worked on impact and ESG mandates in global renewables infrastructure, and as an Equity Research Associate at RBC Capital Markets, specializing in energy and utility sectors. Earlier in her career, Eleanor was an Energy Supply Specialist at PSEG, further developing her expertise in energy markets and supply chain dynamics.
Eleanor holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a Bachelor of Science in Energy Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. Her multidisciplinary background enables her to deliver insightful analysis on complex topics at the intersection of finance, energy infrastructure, and sustainable investment.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ecofin | Investment Analyst | Feb 2025 to Present | Utilities and Energy Infrastructure |
| RBC Capital Markets | Equity Research Associate | Dec 2019 to Jan 2024 | Power & Utilities |
| PSEG | Energy Supply Specialist | Jul 2018 to Dec 2019 | — |
| PSEG | Renewable Energy Trader Intern | Jun 2017 to Aug 2017 | — |
| City of Berkeley | Berkeley Solar Plan Intern | Jan 2016 to Jun 2016 | — |
Education
University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Economics
2014 — 2018
University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor of Science - BS, Energy Engineering
2014 — 2018
Others at RWC Asset Advisors (us) LLC (2)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio Manager | New York, NY , United States | |
| Vice President - Portfolio Management | United States |