Hal Harvey is a well-known figure in the energy industry, with an impressive educational background and a wealth of experience. He studied at Stanford University, where he earned a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Science and Engineering. Harvey has held numerous positions in various organizations, including CEO at Energy Innovation Policy and Technology, Senior Fellow at The Paulson Institute, and Vice Chairman of the Scientific Advisory Board at Mercator Climate Center. He was also a Visiting Scholar at the Bipartisan Policy Center and founder of both Climateworks Foundation and Energy Foundation. Harvey's expertise is in energy and environmental policy, climate change, and sustainable energy, and his work has been influential in shaping global climate policy.