Dr. Glen Murrell has worked in energy research and development during a career spanning over two decades. Before coming to Idaho National Laboratory, he served as executive director of the Wyoming Energy Authority. He worked with the University of Wyoming Enhanced Oil Recovery Institute to develop reservoir data programs and carbon dioxide analyses.

Murrell has also served in a variety of leadership roles aimed at advancing projects and technologies in the oil and gas industry for General Electric and Baker Hughes.

An active participant in regional initiatives, Murrell has been a key figure in the Western Inter-State Hydrogen Hub coalition and the Western Green Hydrogen Initiative.

Recognized as an authority in the energy domain, Murrell has testified before the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, as well as numerous Wyoming state government committees. His insights have helped shape energy transition policies and strategies.

Murrell holds a doctorate in geology from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (2003), along with bachelor’s and master’s degrees in geology from University of Waikato (1995 & 1997).