Daniel Hamilton

Current Position

Sustainability and Resilience Director at City of Oakland

Expertise

  • Climate and Resilience Strategies

  • Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy

  • Climate Justice

  • Advanced Technology Adoption

  • Sustainable Urban Planning

Professional Experience

Daniel Hamilton has over 25 years of experience in developing and implementing climate and resilience strategies for local and regional governments and utilities. He has served as the City of Oakland Sustainability and Resilience Director since 2014.

Throughout his career, Hamilton has led numerous award-winning projects and plans focused on climate justice, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and advanced technology adoption. His work has significantly contributed to Oakland's global leadership in social equity and climate justice initiatives.

Education

  • Graduate Certificate in Energy Innovations and Emerging Technologies, Stanford University

  • Master of City Planning (Sustainability Focus), University of Kansas

  • Bachelor's Degree in Architectural Studies, University of Kansas

  • Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy, University of Kansas

  • Fellowship in Climate Change, Cornell University

Contributions to Building Electrification

Hamilton has made significant contributions to building electrification through his work at the City of Oakland. He developed a comprehensive renewable energy strategy involving code streamlining, finance expansion, and market facilitation programs that doubled the renewable energy produced in Oakland since 2014. His efforts in procuring grants for climate equity programs have also supported energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives in affordable housing.

Clubhouse Participation

Hamilton served as the moderator for the "Oakland's Groundbreaking EcoBlock Project Update" discussion in the Building Electrification Clubhouse. His role as moderator allowed him to facilitate a comprehensive dialogue on the innovative approaches to neighborhood-scale electrification and sustainability, drawing from his extensive experience in urban sustainability and energy management.

Connect with Daniel

Daniel Hamilton generously contributed his expertise to the Building Electrification Clubhouse, hosted by BIG Oakland, demonstrating his commitment to advancing sustainable urban development and innovative energy solutions. His extensive experience in developing and implementing climate and resilience strategies for local governments exemplifies the practical application of sustainability principles at the municipal level. Hamilton's role as a thought leader and his involvement in regional and national leadership underscore his significant impact on shaping sustainable and resilient urban environments.