Know Before You Go - Opening Ceremonies

We at Allies in Energy, along with our supporting partners, are delighted to welcome you to the Opening Ceremony of Houston Energy and Climate Week.​Below is everything you need to know

​For In-Person Attendees

​University of Houston

​4455 University Drive

​Houston Room, 2nd Floor , Student Center

Public Transportation or Uber

How to get there: For public transportation, place visit ridemetro.org. Cullen Blvd @ U of H Entrance 14

Driving Directions

 From Downtown Houston take 45 South, Use the left 2 lanes to turn slightly left onto the ramp to TX-5 Spur/Univ of Houston, Turn Right on University Drive, Turn Left on Martin Luther King Blvd to enter the Welcome Center Parking Garage

Parking Instructions

  • ​Visitors will park in the Welcome Center Parking Garage. Parking Garage Entrance is on Martin Luther King Blvd

  • ​Park on the 3rd Floor through the Visitor Parking Gate. Parking rates apply

  • Exit down the elevator or stairs

  • ​Cross University Blvd to the Student Center

  • ​Head to the 2nd Floor and follow signs to the Houston Room

  • ​Registration will be in the Ticket Booth outside of the Houston Room

Media Release

By attending an Houston Energy and Climate Week event, you are aware you may have your photo or video taken to use for publication and distribution.  Please click here for the media release.

Full Agenda & Stream

You can view the agenda and stream here.

General FAQ

What time should I arrive for the Opening Ceremony?

​It's recommended to arrive by 7:30AM to allow enough time for parking and security check-in before the ceremony begins at 8:30AM

Where is the event located?

​The Opening Ceremony will be held at Houston Room, located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center at the University of Houston.

​Is there a dress code for the event?

​Yes, the dress code for the Opening Ceremony is business.

How do I access the venue?

​You can access the venue through the driving and parking details are provided above.

Will there be parking available?

​Yes, there will be parking available at the venue. Instructions and maps are included in the link.

Where do I get my badge? 

​When you arrive at registration, find your badge by last name. If your registration was entered after Friday evening, you will have to make a badge when you arrive.

I have a guest who isn’t registered, will you allow registration at the door?

​If you are registering late, please email info@alliesinenergy.org or come to the event and we can enroll you in person (providing the event is not sold out).

What time do we eat? 

​The breakfast buffet will be available from 7AM to 8AM and lunch will be a grab and go style at 12PM.

What if I have dietary restrictions?

​The menu was selected with Vegetarians/Vegans in mind. 

Who can I contact if I have additional questions or concerns?

​For any additional questions or concerns, please reach out to info@alliesinenergy.org

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