For over two decades, Paul has advised venture capital and private equity investors, along with their portfolio companies, across all industries as they seek to scale their businesses.
Paul's work in energy includes having served as the Chief Operating Officer for the US Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE). While overseeing the EERE's $2 billion budget, he managed the international commercialization of advanced energy solutions like biofuels, solar, wind, and efficiency technologies. He also served as Chief of Staff for the United States and Foreign Commercial Service at the US Department of Commerce. While at the Commerce Department, Paul was responsible for day-to-day management of the Commercial Service's worldwide network of 1,700 employees in 260 offices and for directing the implementation of the Commercial Service's worldwide priorities and policies.
Prior to joining Mintz, Paul served as a partner in an international law firm, where he founded that firm's energy technology practice in 2008.
A certified public accountant with licenses under FINRA, Paul has published numerous articles and frequently appears on the media circuit discussing energy, politics, business, private equity, and other matters relevant to international trade.
viewpoints
US-Canada Critical Mineral, EV Battery, and Semiconductor Cross-Border Supply Chain Issues
November 6, 2023 | Article | By John Lushetsky, Matthew T. Simpson, Paul Dickerson, Raj Gambhir
Senior VP of ML Strategies John Lushetsky, Private Equity Practice Co-chair Matthew T. Simpson, Member Paul H. Dickerson, and Project Analyst Raj Gambhir delve into the transformative landscape of cross-border supply chains for critical minerals, EV batteries, and semiconductors. Navigating the intricacies of the Inflation Reduction Act, Defense Production Act, and tax credits, the authors highlight how Canadian companies, considered ‘domestic’ under certain legislations, can harness funding and benefits.
The AI Energy Transition — Insights from Mintz’s Second Annual Energy Transition Summit
October 26, 2023 | Article
The AI Energy Transition panel at Mintz’s Second Annual Energy Transition Summit delved into the dynamic intersection of artificial intelligence and the evolving energy sector. Climate Change AI Chair and MIT Assistant Professor Priya Donti, Activate Capital Partner Jon Guerster, and Bouyant Ventures GP Allison Myers explored the themes of innovation, funding, and opportunity in a conversation moderated by Member Paul Dickerson.
MIT: Energy Ventures 10 Year Anniversary Top 10 Moments – Moment #10
December 8, 2016 | Blog | By Paul Dickerson
Paul Dickerson and Tom Burton Emphasize the Importance of Energy Diversity Amidst a Changing Global Energy Landscape
March 29, 2016 | Blog | By Paul Dickerson, Thomas Burton
Political and Economic Conditions Shaping America’s Energy Future
November 16, 2015 | Blog | By Paul Dickerson
Energy Alternatives Hold Their Own – What Does This Mean For You?
April 28, 2015 | Blog | By Paul Dickerson, Thomas Burton
2014 U.S. Department of Energy National Clean Energy Business Plan Competition
June 18, 2014 | Blog | By Thomas Burton, Sahir Surmeli, Paul Dickerson, David Leiter
Clean-Tech Law Alert Highlights
May 13, 2014 | Blog | By Paul Dickerson
Start-Up Accelerators: What You Need to Know
May 6, 2014 | Article | By Paul Dickerson
Clean Edge 2014 Clean Energy Trends Report: Key Trends Emerging from 2013
April 8, 2014 | Blog | By Thomas Burton, Sahir Surmeli, Paul Dickerson
News & Press
Closing 80+ Deals in 2023 Totaling $4B - Mintz Continues Commitment to Energy Transition
February 12, 2024
Mintz’s Energy & Sustainability practice continued its commitment to energy transition with more than 80 deal closings totaling $4 billion over the past 12 months, as global investment in energy transition showed continued strength in an overall down market.
What US-Canada Critical Minerals Collab Means For Cos.
December 6, 2023
Senior VP of ML Strategies John Lushetsky, Private Equity Co-chair Matthew T. Simpson, Member Paul H. Dickerson, and Raj Gambhir co-authored an article in Law360 discussing the collaborative efforts between the US and Canada in the development of critical mineral and semiconductor supply chains.
Mintz’s Commitment to Energy Transition Underscored by Roles on $4.6 Billion in Deals
March 22, 2023
Deal activity remains high for our Energy & Sustainability Practice, building on the momentum of last year’s record of 57 transactions with an aggregate deal value of $4.6 billion. Global investment into energy transition and climate technology drove our work for clients like NET Power, Nuvve Corporation, and Aspen Aerogels.