PNNL

Angela Becker-Dippmann has served as associate laboratory director (ALD) for PNNL’s Energy and Environment Directorate (EED) since September 2025, permanently assuming the position in March 2026. As ALD, Angela leads a broad and impactful portfolio spanning advanced energy systems, nuclear energy innovation, grid modernization, subsurface and environmental engineering, and technologies that improve the production, delivery, and use of energy. She guides EED’s long-term strategy by anticipating emerging mission needs, strengthening relationships with sponsors, and expanding industry and academic collaborations.  

Angela’s background combines deep policy expertise with strategic program development leadership. Her experience across federal policymaking and national laboratory leadership gives her a strong understanding of the evolving energy and environmental landscape. Previously, in her cross-cutting role as Director of EED’s Program Development Office, she evaluated emerging national, regional, and state energy and environmental priorities, policies, and programs to focus EED’s strategy on the most impactful outcomes.

Angela rejoined PNNL in April 2019 after previously serving as an EED senior policy analyst from 2011–2015. Between her appointments at PNNL, she served as Staff Director for the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, where she oversaw policy and legislative activities related to the Department of Energy’s Office of Science, applied research and development programs, Bonneville Power Administration, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, and Department of the Interior.