James Kinney

James Kinney is an accomplished Data Scientist and Analytics Engineer with a strong foundation in Climate Tech and a deep commitment to combating climate change. His expertise lies in developing and articulating product requirements within startup environments, as well as refining clean energy solutions, particularly in Energy Storage, Solar, and Distributed Energy Resources.

With over 5 years of industry experience, James has a notable history of effectively leading small teams. He is driven by a desire to discover inventive approaches to the challenges of clean energy optimization, all while striving to make a positive impact on the environment.

James obtained his Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from Pomona College and graduated Cum Laude from Marin Academy. His professional journey includes key roles at Equilibrium Energy and Unsupervised, where he held positions such as Senior Energy Analyst, Senior Analytics Engineer, AI Analytics Engineering Manager, and Data Science Pod Leader.

Prior to these roles, James gained valuable experience as an Asset Management Analyst at Woodbourne Capital Management International, LP, an Operations Analyst at AMS, and an Energy Analyst at AMS. His career also features internships and roles at organizations like Ascend Analytics, Penn State University, and Itrim Sverige AB.

In addition to his corporate experience, James Kinney has academic exposure, having served as a Mathematics Teaching Assistant and Grader at Pomona College. Furthermore, he has a diverse background with roles such as Marketing Intern at Itrim Sverige AB, Assistant to the CEO at Clean Fund, and Retail Associate at Peet's Coffee & Tea.