Dr. Torell specializes in environmental and natural resource economics. He holds a bachelor’s degree in economics and a master’s degree in agricultural economics from New Mexico State University, and holds a PhD in economics from the University of Wyoming.
His research has included work in the evaluation of renewable sources of electricity, issues related to the intersection of water and energy resources, the valuation of ecosystem services on rangelands, and water sharing institutions in Afghanistan. During his time at the University of Wyoming, he received the Attilio and Hedy Bedont Outstanding Graduate Student Award, as well as the Promoting Intellectual Engagement in the First Year Award for outstanding teaching.
