Dan Hammer

Dan Hammer is a prominent figure in the field of environmental technology and data science, currently serving as the Co-Founder of Clay - AI for Earth, a venture focused on leveraging artificial intelligence to address environmental challenges. He is also a Managing Partner at Ode, a tech and design agency dedicated to environmental issues, and has held various influential positions throughout his career.

Professional Background

• Clay - AI for Earth: Co-Founder, where he is involved in developing AI solutions aimed at promoting sustainability and addressing climate change.
• Ode: Managing Partner since June 2023, focusing on technology and design for environmental initiatives.
• XPRIZE: Member of the Brain Trust since May 2021, contributing to innovative projects aimed at solving global challenges.
• University of California, Berkeley: Adjunct Professor since December 2021, sharing knowledge on data science and its applications in environmental studies.

Previous Experience

Dan Hammer has an extensive background in environmental science and policy:

• Earth Alliance: Senior Technical Advisor from April 2023 to September 2023.
• The Earth Genome: Co-Founder from March 2015 to January 2023, focusing on data-driven solutions for environmental issues.
• NASA: Served as a Presidential Innovation Fellow from September 2014 to September 2015, working on innovative projects related to space and earth sciences.
• The White House: Senior Policy Advisor from March 2016 to January 2017, contributing to policy development on climate change.

Education and Honors

Dan holds a degree from the University of California, Berkeley, and has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including multiple awards for his contributions to environmental data science.

His work exemplifies a commitment to using technology for sustainable development and addressing critical global challenges related to the environment.