Anne Menefee

Anne Menefee is an Assistant Professor in the John and Willie Leone Department of Energy & Mineral Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University. Her research focuses on sustainable energy systems and carbon management, particularly leveraging subsurface engineering for low-carbon energy production and carbon sequestration. She investigates geochemical reactions impacting fracture stability, CO₂-enhanced energy recovery in tight reservoirs, and lifecycle environmental impacts of emerging technologies.

Key research themes include subsurface CO₂ mineralization, geothermal energy in Pennsylvania, and hydrogen storage challenges. Her work bridges fundamental geoscience with applied energy systems analysis to decarbonize the energy sector. Notable projects include evaluating geospatial policies for carbon sequestration and techno-economic analyses of wind-powered green hydrogen systems.

Dr. Menefee collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and is affiliated with the Institutes of Energy and the Environment (IEE), contributing to climate solutions through workshops and policy-focused research. She has been recognized for her contributions to energy storage and carbon utilization strategies, though no specific awards are listed in the provided materials.

Her publications span journals like Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences and Energy and Fuels, addressing topics from fracture mechanics to policy frameworks for carbon storage viability. Current research emphasizes optimizing subsurface systems for both energy production and environmental sustainability.