Post by Baker Institute Center for Energy Studies (CES)

The Center for Energy Studies at Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy is excited to announce the appointment of a new Nonresident Fellow, Vijay Swarup. Dr. Vijay Swarup is a veteran energy researcher and strategist with more than 35 years of experience advancing technology-driven solutions to global energy challenges. His expertise spans carbon capture, hydrogen, biofuels, and direct air capture — areas central to the energy transition debate. Over his career, including as VP of Research & Development and Senior Director of Climate Strategy and Technology at ExxonMobil, Vijay has been a prominent voice on innovation, scalability, and policy at the intersection of energy and climate. Join us in welcoming Vijay! #BakerInstitute #CenterForEnergyStudices #EnergyPolicy #EnergyTransition #NewFellows #RiceUniversity #Brazil #ClimateStrategy #Innovation