The KBH Energy Center connects academia and industry, fueling collaboration and advancing energy solutions.
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.
We connect industry leaders, energy experts, students, and faculty to create opportunities for engagement, conversation, and education.
For Students
For Industry Professionals
Annual Symposium and Honoree Dinner
September 11, 2026
Industry Event
Bringing together energy leaders, experts, and academia to drive the future of energy.
Roger Bonnecaze, Dean, Cockrell School of Engineering at UT Austin
Shane Young
Brandon Joe, Energy Studies Minor Student
Video
We're live at UT Energy Week brought to you by the UT Energy Institute and the Kay Bailey Hutchison Energy Center. We sit down with Kay Bailey Hutchison for a high-level perspective on energy leadership and the work happening at the KBH Energy Center. Then, Rudy Garza shares what it takes to keep one of the largest municipal utilities in the country running at CPS Energy. We also explore the future of nuclear and real SMR deployment in Ontario with Jason Cooper of GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy. To close it out, Brittany Kelm, Senior Policy Advisor at the National Energy Dominance Council, brings insight straight from the federal level. If you want a pulse check on energy policy, grid reliability, and next-gen power solutions, this is the episode for you. Featuring Kay Bailey Hutchinson, Former US Senator Rudy Garza, CEO CPS Energy Jason Cooper, CEO GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy Brittany Kelm, Senior Policy Advisor, The White House
Relive our Spring Student Summit from April 10! Students heard invaluable career advice from senior energy leaders, including Brittany Kelm, White House Senior Policy Advisor, National Energy Dominance Council, who shared insights on building a career in one of the world’s most dynamic industries. Attendees also gained a front-row view into the issues shaping Texas and U.S. energy today. Morgan Johnson, Commissioner with the Public Utility Commission of Texas, spoke about how thoughtful policy and regulation can create real change for everyday Texans. From public service to private industry, the message was clear: the future of energy will be built by the next generation of leaders. Hook ’em!
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