Powering the Future

The Energy University® — where research, education, and collaboration drive reliable, affordable, and sustainable solutions.

UH Energy is an umbrella for efforts across the University of Houston to position the university as a strategic partner to the energy industry by producing a trained workforce, leadership, and research and development for new innovations and technologies.

That’s why UH is the Energy University®.

The Chevron Energy Graduate Fellows Awards are back!

Applications are due by May 29.

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Our papers and reports reveal the data, ideas, and impact behind today’s energy solutions: from optimizing hydrocarbon systems to deploying low-carbon alternatives.

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May 1, 2026

ET’s Fan Receives CAREER Award to Study Flexible Data Center Integration in Power Systems

Associate Professor of Engineering Technology Lei Fan has received an NSF CAREER Award in the amount of $500,018 for his proposal, Optimal Integration of Flexible Data Centers in Power Systems via Quantum Dynamics.

April 24, 2026

New University of Houston, Rice University Alliance Hosts First Joint Event Aimed at Ending Plastics Pollution

The University of Houston’s Energy Transition Institute partnered with the Center for Energy Studies at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy to jointly host the Annual Sustainability Summit, highlighting global challenges in plastics and e-waste.

April 23, 2026

University of Houston Plays Pivotal Role in $20M Gulf Futures Challenge–Awarded Project

The Gulf Offshore Research Institute and its partners, including the University of Houston, have been awarded $20 million through the Gulf Futures Challenge to advance an initiative that will transform inactive offshore platforms into productive hubs for advanced energy technologies, mineral recovery and aquaculture.

Find Your Energy Sector

Energy Production

Our programs in petroleum engineering, mechanical engineering, geology, and chemistry equip you with the technical expertise to tackle exploration, extraction, and production challenges.
Graduate options like the Fundamentals of Petroleum Engineering Certificate help working professionals deepen their production-specific skills.

Energy Processing & Storage

Undergraduate degrees in chemistry and process safety engineering provide the scientific and technical knowledge needed to improve energy conversion and manage risks.
Graduate certificates in process safety engineering and energy risk management allow you to advance your career.
The Hydrogen Economy Program, help professionals expand their expertise in this rapidly advancing sector.

Energy Distribution & Infrastructure

Undergraduate programs in civil engineering, systems engineering, industrial design, and construction engineering equip you to design, build, and maintain the critical infrastructure behind energy networks.
Micro-credentials like Automation and Autonomy of Mobile Robots Using ROS and Robotics in Energy help professionals stay ahead of automation trends in the field.

Energy Sustainability & Environmental Solutions

Our graduate certificates in global climate, energy policy, and energy risk management prepare professionals to drive sustainability strategies and environmental performance.
Programs like the CCUS Executive Education Program and Plastics Circular Economy equip you to tackle climate challenges head-on.

Energy Policy, Markets, & Management

Our graduate certificates in energy finance, investment analysis, energy risk management, and energy policy provide specialized expertise to navigate complex market dynamics.
The Managing Non-Technical Risks in Energy program builds critical leadership skills to address stakeholder, governance, and reputational challenges.

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May 29 1:30 pm

Energy in Action Seminar

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