Exploring the Energy Transition: UH Launches Educational Series
Key Ideas
- The University of Houston Energy Transition Institute is launching two educational series: 'Driving the Energy Transition' on Houston Public Media and the Energy Transition Webinar series to offer valuable insights on sustainable energy practices.
- The programs aim to address challenges like expanding energy supply for global access while reducing carbon emissions, focusing on innovations in the hydrogen economy, carbon capture, circular economy, and sustainable energy.
- Founded in 2022 with a $10 million commitment from Shell USA Inc., the institute collaborates with academic and industry partners to promote reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy solutions, particularly in hydrogen, carbon management, and circular plastics.
- The educational initiatives provide scientific evidence-based knowledge to stakeholders in Houston and beyond, sharing the latest trends in energy transition research and policy to enable informed decision-making for a sustainable future.
The University of Houston Energy Transition Institute is launching two educational series focused on exploring the unfolding energy transition and addressing the grand challenges in energy. 'Driving the Energy Transition' will air on Houston Public Media’s KUHF News 88.7 with new episodes launching every two weeks starting Oct. 21. The Energy Transition Webinar series will begin on Oct. 22, offering online discussions featuring UH experts and others. The programs will delve into topics like the hydrogen economy, carbon capture, circular economy, and sustainable energy practices. The Institute, founded with a $10 million commitment from Shell USA Inc., aims to promote reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy solutions, particularly in hydrogen, carbon management, and circular plastics. The initiatives seek to provide scientific evidence-based knowledge to enable stakeholders to make informed decisions for a sustainable energy future.