Cornelius Shields IV is the Founder and CEO of Kore Infrastructure, an energy company pioneering carbon-negative solutions through advanced waste-to-energy technologies. With over 25 years of experience as an investor and entrepreneur, Shields began his career on Wall Street before channeling his expertise into sustainable innovation. He established Kore to address pressing environmental challenges by transforming organic waste into energy sources using a proprietary closed-loop pyrolysis system.
Shields is a Georgetown University alumnus and a recognized voice in climate innovation, having participated in global forums such as CERAWeek and COP28. His commitment to market-driven environmental solutions continues to position Kore Infrastructure at the forefront of the clean energy transition.​