Richard Morse
About Richard Morse
Richard Morse serves as the Managing Director at Elliott Investment Management L.P., focusing on the Inflation Reduction Act and energy-related investments. He has extensive experience in renewable energy finance, carbon capture technologies, and has held various roles in notable organizations such as Citi, BP, and Stanford University.
Current Role at Elliott Investment Management
Richard Morse serves as Managing Director at Elliott Investment Management L.P., a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on investment strategies related to energy and sustainability, leveraging his extensive background in finance and energy markets. His current work aligns with the firm's commitment to identifying opportunities in evolving sectors, particularly those influenced by regulatory changes such as the Inflation Reduction Act.
Professional Experience in Energy and Finance
Richard Morse has a diverse professional background in energy and finance. He worked at Citi from 2014 to 2018, where he held roles in Commodities Strategy and Alternative Energy Finance. His experience includes structured investing in renewable energy projects. Prior to Citi, he was a Renewable Energy Trader at BP from 2007 to 2008 and served as an Energy Trading Analyst from 2006 to 2007. His roles have provided him with a comprehensive understanding of energy markets and investment strategies.
Academic Background in Philosophy and Business
Richard Morse studied at Rice University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from 2002 to 2006. He furthered his education at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, obtaining a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Finance and Economics from 2012 to 2014. This academic foundation supports his analytical skills and understanding of complex financial systems.
Expertise in Energy Technologies and Tax Credits
Richard Morse possesses specialized knowledge in carbon capture and storage, as well as energy-related real estate investing. His expertise extends to tax credit transferability, a niche area within tax equity and tax credits. This combination of skills positions him as a knowledgeable professional in the intersection of energy technology and financial investment.
Previous Research Role at Stanford University
Before his tenure in finance, Richard Morse served as Director of Research on Coal and Carbon Markets at Stanford University's Program on Energy and Sustainable Development from 2008 to 2012. In this role, he contributed to research initiatives focused on energy sustainability and market dynamics, enhancing his understanding of the energy sector's complexities.