Richard A. Esposito

Richard A. Esposito is an experienced R&D Program Manager specializing in carbon transport and storage at Southern Company since April 2009, leading projects in advanced energy systems and technology controls. With a strong background in geosciences, Richard has served as Principal Research Geologist in Research & Technology Management and has been actively involved in the Department of Energy CCUS Program since January 2012, contributing to notable educational initiatives in carbon capture, utilization, and storage. Richard's academic involvement includes roles as Associate Research Professor at The University of Alabama at Birmingham and Adjunct Professor at Samford University, along with extensive previous experience in environmental management and geology in various regulatory and project management positions. Richard holds a PhD in Engineering, a Master's in Environmental Management, and a Master's in Geology, complemented by a Bachelor's in Geology.