September 15–19, 2025
Unstoppable: The Power of &
In 2025, HECW expanded across Houston to include space, medicine, sports, AI, energy & climate. 5,000+ attendees, 280 speakers, 7 countries — Houston is where America is going to sort itself out.
5,000+
Attendees
280
Speakers
200+
Students
7
Countries
What Made Year 2 Expand
Hack-a-Thon
Students and innovators tackled real energy & climate challenges.
Geothermal Day
Dedicated programming on geothermal energy's role in the transition.
Pilot-a-Thon
Startups pitched and piloted solutions with corporate partners.
Student Ambassadors
200+ students from 12 institutions engaged across the week.
LATAM Expansion
International panels brought Latin American perspectives to Houston.
Carbon Accounting
New sessions on carbon measurement and reporting frameworks.
Event Photos
2025 Wrap-Up
The HECW 2025 opening splash — Houston's energy & climate story in motion.
VIP Dinner
An intimate evening bringing together Houston's energy & climate leaders.
Visual Notes
By Peter Durand & Kristen McLean · Alpha Chimp
What's Next
HECW 2026
Houston is Both & All
September 13–18, 2026 · Houston, Texas