Gerald Robinson

Gerald Robinson is an accomplished energy technology researcher and program manager with extensive experience in renewable energy and project development. Currently serving as a Principal Investigator and Program Manager at Berkeley Lab since January 2010, Robinson focuses on behind-the-meter renewable energy, battery storage systems, and DC power research, supporting the Department of Energy's Renewable Energy Procurement program. Previous roles include Project Development Manager at SunPower Corporation, where responsibilities encompassed all development phases for solar projects, and Manager at Loyola Marymount University, overseeing major campus utilities infrastructure projects. Robinson also held positions as Senior Energy Manager and Director of Lighting Efficiency, contributing to significant projects for the City of Philadelphia and establishing the lighting design department at Environmental Energy Efficiency Services Inc. Educational background includes advanced studies in photovoltaics at the Solar Energy Institute and an MBA from the University of Southern California with a focus on real estate finance and marketing.