Ling Tao

Ling Tao is a Researcher at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), focusing on Techno-economic Analysis, Process Integration, and Sustainable Aviation Fuels. Their work spans Bioenergy, Lignocellulosic Biomass, and Energy System Optimization.

• Education: Bachelor in Chemical Engineering (Tsinghua University), PhD in Chemical Engineering (University of Massachusetts Amherst)

Research interests include Catalytic Processes, Life Cycle Assessment, and Supply Chain Simulation for biofuels. Recent publications emphasize Biomass-to-Aviation Fuels and Climate Change Impact on Renewable Energy.

2025 publications highlight Dynamic Process Computation for sustainable aviation fuels and Process Optimization for bioconversion systems. Collaborations involve experts in Catalysis and Green Energy.

• Awards: NREL Distinguished Member of Research Staff (2021)