Texas Is Energy
The University of Texas at Austin leads the way in addressing one of the world’s most pressing challenges: providing secure, affordable and sustainable energy solutions that fuel economic growth and enhance lives globally.
With unmatched expertise in all facets of energy and an open-minded, pragmatic approach to embracing the full spectrum of solutions, UT is uniquely positioned to drive innovation and shape the future of energy.
30+
energy centers and programs on the Forty Acres
400+
energy researchers across campus
$854M
in energy-related funding over the last decade
80+
Industry partners collaborating on research and projects
Texas Is All Energy
While many universities focus on specific aspects of the world’s energy needs, UT stands apart with its comprehensive strengths across the entire energy spectrum. A long-time leader in oil and gas, UT has also built world-class programs in hydrogen, geothermal energy, carbon capture, battery storage and the energy grid. Beyond scientific and technical expertise, UT is home to some of the world’s foremost authorities in energy law, business and policy. With all of this anchored in the great state of Texas, UT is strategically situated to drive the next generation of solutions from the energy capital of the world.
Science & Engineering
UT offers some of the world’s top science and engineering programs in every facet of energy, from conventional energy production to renewables, energy storage, the grid, carbon storage and subsurface expertise.
Business & Economy
Texas is the epicenter of the energy business. UT is deeply connected to Texas energy leaders and entrepreneurs through top-rated business programs and unmatched economic expertise.
Law & Policy
UT’s experts provide clear, actionable solutions to navigate the complex international energy landscape, addressing intersecting regulatory frameworks, competing stakeholders and distinct perspectives.
Energy Education Starts Here
UT offers a comprehensive and unrivaled energy education, preparing you to tackle global challenges across science, technology, law, policy and business.
Undergraduate Education
Discover how UT’s undergraduate programs prepare you to lead and innovate in the energy field.
Graduate & Professional Education
Advance your career and transform the energy sector with UT’s graduate and professional programs.
Join Us at the Forefront of Energy Innovation
Bring transformative impact to the future of energy through world-class collaborative research, innovative corporate partnerships and powerful student success initiatives.
Texas Energy News
UT Students ‘Electrify’ Kenyan School
Watch UT engineering students build a solar-powered microgrid for a school in Kenya that had intermittent, unreliable energy.
Big Texas Energy
Reaching net-zero emissions goals by 2050 means significant technological and scientific advances across the energy industry. That's where Texas comes in.
Enormous Cache of Rare Earth Elements Hidden Inside Coal Ash Waste
Coal ash has been piling up in the U.S. for decades. Researchers found the stockpile has enough rare earth elements to meet our national demand without any new mining.
Texas Energy Events
Featured Events