General Information
What is Houston Energy and Climate Week (HECW)?
Houston Energy & Climate Week is a diverse and inclusive platform for change where everyone can be a part of the energy transition. It ignites a transformative journey, sparking dynamic conversations and deepening understanding to empower individuals, businesses, investors, startups, and academic allies to take bold, informed steps towards a sustainable future. This exhilarating week is packed with captivating events that bring together educators, leading experts, and the broader community. This vibrant collaboration aims to deepen our understanding of the climate and the energy systems influencing it, setting the stage for groundbreaking innovations and sustainable practices. Join us as we reshape our world, one electrifying discussion at a time.
How is HECW different than other climate weeks?
Houston is the energy capital of the world, with unparalleled access to corporations, startups, policymakers, international organizations, and innovative funding opportunities, which uniquely positions the city for collaboration.
What is a HEWC Event?
An event refers to any registered activity or gathering that is organized and included as an official part of our events program. These events aim to raise awareness about energy climate issues, foster collaboration among stakeholders, showcase innovative solutions, and encourage action to mitigate climate change. Approved events are listed on our official Houston Energy & Climate Week website and app, receive a license to use all Houston Energy & Climate Week logos, and are promoted on Allies in Energy and select partner digital and social media channels.
Who organizes HEWC?
HECW is a volunteer-led initiative guided by a steering committee comprising individuals and organizations from the Houston community. The committee includes:
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Industry leaders
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Nonprofit representatives, K-12 and Post Secondary academic institutions
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Community organizers
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Climate tech innovators
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Policy advocates
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This collective ensures that HECW reflects the diverse voices and expertise needed .
HECW is fiscally sponsored by Allies in Energy, a Houston-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Allies in Energy’s mission is to forge a community of business leaders, investors, and philanthropists to increase energy and climate literacy education and investments. Through its support, Allies in Energy invests in education to develop the workforce and community that will meet future energy demands.
When and where does HECW?
HEWC will take place September 14-19, 2025 throughout the Houston Metro area.
Who participates in HECW?
All are welcome. We invite you to our city to learn more about our efforts to address the energy transition and climate change. We want as many events and people as we can to participate in this historic week.
Event Details
How does it work?
The ethos of Houston Energy & Climate Week mirrors the collaborative leadership seen in cities such as London, San Francisco, and New York. Events are self-organized and registered on our calendar, fostering collective ownership and active participation.
The gathering values diverse perspectives, recognizing their importance in creating effective solutions. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, a path that ensures all voices contribute to our shared goal of a just transition to a net-zero future. Houston Energy & Climate Week acknowledges the contributions that all energy sources make to the transition and encourages open discussions about how we can transition effectively.
What kinds of opportunities wil HECW offer?
Participants can:
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Join volunteer projects
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Network with experts
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Advocate for policies
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Learn about sustainable technologies
How can I attend or watch events?
Allies in Energy will produce an opening and closing event. Details regarding these events will be made public on the events page as soon as they are available. Details regarding streamed events will be announced on our website closer to September 2025 For all other registered events under our official program, we encourage you to return to our site on an ongoing basis, where you can view each event's contact details and information.
What are the benefits to becoming an official HECW Event?
By registering as an official event, your event gains exposure to a local, regional, and global audience interested in the energy transition and climate action, ultimately increasing its reach and impact. You’ll also have potential opportunities for collaboration, as well as the support of our team, which guides how to maximize your participation throughout the week.
How and who can host an event?
Houston Energy & Climate Week events can take various forms, including panel discussions, workshops, exhibitions, performances, seminars, concerts, and community initiatives. Organizations can apply to host their event in-person at a chosen location in Houston, as well as via hybrid or online mode. All events will be reviewed before approval and must comply with our Terms and Conditions. This includes ensuring that all events align with the mission of the week.
Governments, businesses, academic institutions, community groups, arts and music organizations, nonprofits and individuals are all invited to host events. The more events we can convene, the greater reach and impact Houston Energy & Climate week will have.
When is the deadline for submitting events?
Yes, all events must be submitted by August 31, 2025. We recommend that you submit your event as soon as possible. The earlier we receive an event, the more time we have to promote it to our audiences.