UT Energy Week 2026
Five days of conversations and networking with energy leaders, sparking dialogue, collaboration, and innovation
April 6-10, 2026
San Jacinto Hall, The University of Texas at Austin
2026 Agenda at a Glance
San Jacinto Hall, The University of Texas at Austin, 309 E 21st St, Austin, TX 78705
Monday, April 6
- Nuclear and Radiation Engineering Present Texas Nuclear Symposium: From grid resilience to medical breakthroughs, exploring how nuclear innovation is shaping the future of energy, security, and health in the Lone Star State.
- Interdisciplinary Case Competition Launch open to all UT graduate students and postdocs. Application deadline is Tuesday, March 24.
- Energy Research Poster Competition showcasing research in energy technology, policy, and economics. Co-hosted by the American Nuclear Society, Longhorn Energy Club, Student Energy Engagement Council, and Switch Energy Club, this student-run competition is open to all U.S. university students and researchers. Abstract submission deadline is extended to Thursday, March 12.
Tuesday, April 7
- Strategic Energy Seed Grant Showcase spotlighting innovative energy projects.
- Entrepreneurship Mentorship & Career Lunch connecting students with mentors and companies across the energy ecosystem for conversation, guidance, and career insights.
- Energy Research Poster Competition continues.
- Startup Night an evening of networking, student startup pitches, poster competition award announcements, and more.
- Affiliated Event (Invite Only): Office of the Vice President for Research, Scholarship and Creative Endeavors Presents Energy for National Defense. Connecting UT researchers with operational energy problem sets relevant to national defense. For inquiries contact alonso.perales@austin.utexas.edu.
Wednesday, April 8
- A full day of panels, conversations, and networking events.
- Campus Energy Tour exploring the Carl J. Eckhardt Combined Heating & Power Complex, which powers the UT campus, one of the largest microgrids in the U.S.
- Student Club Mashup exploring bringing together UT student clubs and organizations in energy, environment, and entrepreneurship.
- Networking Reception & Energy Career Mixer connecting students with energy companies and organizations.
Thursday, April 9
- A full day of discussions and networking.
- Interdisciplinary Case Competition winner announced.
- Energy & Environment Mentorship Lunch giving students the opportunity to connect with energy leaders across technology, policy, business, and communications.
- Networking Reception bringing attendees and students together to wrap up and continue conversations.
Friday, April 10
- KBH Energy Center Presents Powering the Next Decade
- A half-day summit to foster meaningful interaction between students and industry professionals while exploring the growth in demand for U.S. power generation, emerging sources of supply, and the policy landscape shaping the U.S. power system.
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