Félix Rojas has been appointed Director of the UC Energy Center

Professor Félix Rojas has been appointed Director of the UC Energy Center, taking on the responsibility of leading the institution as it addresses current challenges related to the energy transition and sustainable development.

Rojas is a faculty member in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile and has an outstanding track record in the energy sector, particularly in the development of technologies aimed at the electrification of the industrial sector, renewable energy, and electromobility.

His work has focused on generating innovative solutions that link technological advancement with the needs of the productive sector, while also contributing to the training of new professionals and the strengthening of the national energy ecosystem.

This appointment marks a new phase for the UC Energy Center, which seeks to continue consolidating its role as a leader in research, knowledge generation, and industry engagement.

The institution emphasized that Rojas’s experience, leadership, and strategic vision will be key to driving initiatives that contribute to the development of a more sustainable, resilient, and efficient energy system for Chile.