Owen Barwell Appointed as Chief Financial Officer at Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Key Ideas
- Owen Barwell will become the new chief financial officer of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission on July 14, responsible for managing the agency's finances.
- Barwell's experience includes serving as the CFO of Independence Hydrogen, a company specializing in 'farm-to-table' hydrogen production.
- His appointment follows a six-month vacancy in the CFO position at NRC, with Jennifer Golder acting in the interim since December.
- Barwell's background includes roles at the Idaho National Laboratory and the Department of Energy, adding to his expertise in financial management.
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission announced the appointment of Owen Barwell as the new chief financial officer, set to commence his role on July 14. As the CFO, Barwell will oversee the financial management and policy advisory for the commission. His previous experience at Independence Hydrogen, where he served as CFO, highlights his involvement in producing and refining hydrogen for fuel cell use from industrial processes. Barwell's background in financial positions at Idaho National Laboratory and the Department of Energy further solidifies his qualifications for the role. The appointment comes after a six-month gap following the departure of Howard Osborne, who served as CFO for a brief period. Jennifer Golder has been fulfilling the duties of the acting CFO since December. Barwell's appointment reflects a positive outlook on his capabilities to lead the financial strategies of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.