Baker Institute

U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt visits Rice

On Feb. 13, U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt visited the Rice campus to meet with President Reginald DesRoches and members of the Baker Institute for Public Policy’s Center for Energy Studies.

Texas in position to lead hydrogen energy economy, new report says

Texas’ legacy energy economy and geology are ideal for developing a robust hydrogen market, which will play an important role in sustainability, but a successful energy transition also requires a shift in policy and market structure, according to a new report from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.

Experts to discuss Pakistan’s energy and water security challenges at Baker Institute event

How can Pakistan ensure its energy and water security while facing geopolitical turmoil and the ravages of climate change? Experts will discuss these and other critical issues in the country during a Jan. 26 event from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.

Report predicts Mexico’s economy, politics will deteriorate in 2023

Elections, a slow-growing economy and conflicts between organized criminal groups are expected to drastically impact Mexico this year, according to a new report from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.

Rice expert available to discuss new refugee Welcome Corps

An expert from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy is available to discuss the Department of State’s Welcome Corps, a new sponsorship program for refugee resettlement in the U.S.

Energy transition requires new investments in ‘Minerals Heartland’

The transition from legacy energy sources to sustainable sources will require an enormous amount of resources in the form of energy, minerals, metals and other materials — as well as new supply chains, infrastructure, human talent and financial commitments, according to a new report from an expert at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.

Rice Baker Institute expert available to comment on Biden administration’s proposal for new, highly restrictive asylum policy

On Jan. 5, the Biden administration announced sweeping changes to migration policy at the U.S. border with Mexico. Kelsey Norman , fellow for the Middle East at Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy (BIPP), is available to discuss the administration’s plans with the media.

US must disconnect strategic supply chains from China, say Baker Institute experts

China’s dominance over the supply of rare-earth minerals and materials — which are critical for energy transition and defense technologies — should spur U.S. policymakers to bolster raw materials supply chains, according to a new report from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.

Texas power grid debate should focus on reliability and economics, says Baker Institute expert

Building new ties between the Texas electrical grid and the major grids in North America should be explored with strict regard to economics and reliability — leaving politics aside — according to a new report from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.

EU natural gas market to remain ‘precarious’ through next winter, says Baker Institute report

Europe is facing high natural gas prices and high uncertainty due to the substantial reduction in Russian imports, and this winter is only the beginning, according to a new report from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.

Debt-ceiling decision could complicate foreign policy, Baker Institute diplomacy expert argues

Joe Barnes, the Bonner Means Baker Fellow, argues in a new issue brief that a Republican-led House could complicate President Biden’s ability to achieve his goals regarding China and the Russia-Ukraine war.

Rice, Baker Institute sign MOU with US Army

Representatives from the U.S. Army joined David Satterfield, director of Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy, on Nov. 28 to sign a memorandum of understanding for the institute to provide expertise to support the Army Civil Affairs Psychological Operations Command.

Baker Institute event: COVID-19’s impact on Muslim world

The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on religiosity and practices in the Muslim world will be discussed in a Nov. 29 event at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.

Drought in China could devastate global supply chains, energy transition efforts, experts warn

Following a record-breaking drought over the summer, China is on the brink of a water catastrophe that could have devastating consequences for global food security, energy markets and supply chains, according to a report from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.

Supreme Court abortion decision to be examined at Baker Institute event

Renowned journalist Dahlia Lithwick will join health policy experts to discuss the major consequences of the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on Dobbs v. Jackson that overturned Roe v. Wade and eliminated the constitutional right to abortion.