The Future of Energy Starts Here

The KBH Energy Center connects academia and industry, fueling collaboration and advancing energy solutions.

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At the intersection of business, law, engineering, and geoscience, the KBH Energy Center delivers a unique, interdisciplinary perspective on the evolving energy landscape.

This collaboration among UT Austin’s McCombs School of Business, School of Law, Cockrell School of Engineering, and Jackson School of Geosciences, allows the Center to offer students a comprehensive view of energy and enrich the energy dialogue on campus and beyond.

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We connect industry leaders, energy experts, students, and faculty to create opportunities for engagement, conversation, and education.

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Annual Symposium and Honoree Dinner

Annual Symposium and Honoree Dinner

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Upcoming Events

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2026 Energy Symposium

2026 Energy Symposium

  • September 11, 2026

  • Industry Event

Bringing together energy leaders, experts, and academia to drive the future of energy.

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KBH Energy Center Houston Trek #2
KBH Energy Center Houston Trek #2
April 16-17, 2026
Invitation Only, Student Event
This trek is only open to Texas Energy Capital (TEC) and Texas Energy Trading (TET).   Immerse yourself in the fast-paced world of energy trading…
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The Future of AI in the Lone Star State
The Future of AI in the Lone Star State
April 17, 2026
Open to All
Presentation and Q&A by Dr. Michael E. Webber Join us for a live filmed lecture about the future of AI in Texas on Friday, April…
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Roger Bonnecaze, Dean, Cockrell School of Engineering at UT Austin

Together with our colleagues across the Forty Acres, we will break down boundaries between law, policy, business and engineering to shape the future of energy — from oil and gas, to wind and solar, to energy storage and nuclear power.

Roger Bonnecaze, Dean, Cockrell School of Engineering at UT Austin

Shane Young

The Kay Bailey Hutchison Energy Center continues to be the pre-eminent energy center, providing a forum to discuss and explore the critical issues facing energy markets today and in the future.

Shane Young

Brandon Joe, Energy Studies Minor Student

My favorite class I took as a member of the program was Energy, Technology & Policy, which taught me the history of energy, as well as global supply and demand drivers that impact our everyday life.

Brandon Joe, Energy Studies Minor Student

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2025 KBH Energy Symposium – Conversation with Darren Woods

2025 KBH Energy Symposium – Conversation with Darren Woods, Chairman and CEO of ExxonMobil and Jack Balagia, The KBH Energy Center’s Executive Director.

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2025 KBH Energy Symposium – Conversation with Darren Woods
Preparing for the State’s Future Energy Needs

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Preparing for the State’s Future Energy Needs

At UT Energy Week 2026, researchers and energy leaders from across campus and industry led five days of panels and presentations on the future of energy in Texas.

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Dealing with Trump’s ‘look what you made me do’ energy excuse | Opinion

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Dealing with Trump’s ‘look what you made me do’ energy excuse | Opinion

Houston Chronicle, By Dr. Michael Webber

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