Additional Information

Additional Information

Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office

March 19, 2026
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NPC Leadership

The National Petroleum Council is headed by a Chair and Vice Chair who are elected by the Council. The positions are currently held by the following members:

  • Ryan M. Lance | Chair, National Petroleum Council | Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, ConocoPhillips Company
  • Mike Wirth | Vice Chair, National Petroleum Council | Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Chevron Corporation

DOE Contacts

Designated Federal Officer

  • Blair Pasalic, Director of Planning and Administration, Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office (blair.pasalic@hq.doe.gov, 202-586-9013)

Committee Managers 

  • Stephanie Plith, Business Operations Manager, Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office (stephanie.plith@hq.doe.gov, 240-751-3877)