Bruce Logan

Bruce Logan is an Evan Pugh University Professor and Kappe Professor of Environmental Engineering at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, College of Engineering, Penn State. He serves as Director of the Institute of Energy and the Environment (IEE), the Engineering Energy and Environmental Institute, and the Hydrogen Energy Center. His research focuses on renewable energy technologies (e.g., microbial fuel cells, thermal batteries), wastewater treatment, and bioremediation. He has authored numerous publications and received accolades including National Academy of Engineering membership and IWA/WEF Fellowships.

Logan’s research integrates cutting-edge technologies for sustainable water infrastructure and energy systems. Key themes include microbial-based energy generation, novel battery chemistries (e.g., thermally regenerative ammonia batteries), and waste-to-resource processes. His work bridges environmental engineering with materials science, electrochemistry, and policy.

• Research Themes: Integrated Energy Systems, Water Sustainability
• Key Projects: Renewable Energy Art and Design, Thermal Battery Efficiency, Wastewater Valorization

He has been a visiting professor globally and actively mentors interdisciplinary teams. His scientific contributions emphasize scalable solutions for climate resilience and resource recovery.

• Awards:
  • Member, National Academy of Engineering
  • Fellow, International Water Association
  • Fellow, Water Environment Foundation

Logan’s leadership drives innovation in energy-water nexus research through initiatives like the IEE’s seed grants and collaborative industry partnerships. His laboratories focus on advancing electrochemical systems, membrane technologies, and biocatalytic processes.