James Pai

James Pai is a Principal at NGP Energy Technology Partners in Washington, DC, where he oversees investments in technology-driven companies focused on the energy sector. His responsibilities include sourcing, evaluating, and managing investments in growth-stage enterprises developing innovative products and services for energy production, efficiency, and sustainability. He plays a key role in portfolio oversight and strategic advisory within the firm.

James specializes in supporting companies at the intersection of technology and energy, with particular emphasis on oil and gas technologies and services, energy transition solutions, and sustainability-focused platforms. He brings broad experience in evaluating and capitalizing on growth opportunities across these sectors and asset classes.

Previously, James was an analyst in the value equity group at Magnetar Capital, where he focused on energy investments. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from The University of Texas at Austin, providing a strong foundation in financial analysis and investment due diligence. His track record reflects deep expertise in energy technology investment and strategic growth capital deployment in the energy industry.