New Era Energy Names Andy Casazza as CCO with 400,000 RSUs to Drive TCDC Expansion
New Era Energy & Digital will appoint Andy Casazza as Chief Corporate Officer effective April 28, 2026 to oversee strategy, capital planning and governance for its Texas Critical Data Centers growth initiatives. The company granted Casazza 400,000 RSUs vesting monthly over four years, aligning his compensation with value creation.
1. Appointment of Chief Corporate Officer
New Era Energy & Digital announced that Andy Casazza will join as Chief Corporate Officer effective April 28, 2026, expanding the executive team following its recent CFO appointment. He will serve as a strategic integrator across business development, finance, legal, compliance and operations.
2. Casazza's Energy Sector Experience
Casazza brings over 25 years of experience across finance, operations, business development and capital formation in the energy sector. He co-founded and served as CFO and board member at Windy Cove Energy II and Pure Earth Plasma Holdings, guiding strategic transactions and operational scaling.
3. Equity Compensation Terms
The Board’s compensation committee approved an inducement grant of 400,000 restricted stock units that vest monthly over four years. These RSUs were granted outside the 2024 Equity Incentive Plan under Nasdaq Rule 5635(c)(4) and are subject to the plan’s terms.
4. Implications for TCDC Expansion
In his new role, Casazza will drive integration of corporate strategy and capital planning to advance the Texas Critical Data Centers campus in Ector County. The master-planned project spans 438 acres and targets over 1 gigawatt of capacity through phased development.