2026 KBH ENERGY CENTER SYMPOSIUM
The New Energy Equation: Demand, Power, and Geopolitics September 11, 2026
The premier forum for leaders in energy, policy, finance, and academia
Join industry leaders, policymakers, and top academic voices at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Energy Center’s flagship annual symposium, where the most pressing energy challenges are debated and the path forward takes shape.
Spotlighting senior executives from across the energy sector, this year’s program tackles the forces reshaping global energy systems - from power demand and AI to capital flows, supply chains, and geopolitical risk.
The symposium will also feature a special September 11 anniversary session on energy, security, and national resilience, presented in collaboration with the Clements Center for National Security.
REGISTRATION
Secure your place before early rates end!
Government & Public Service Rate
$200 Registration
Standard Registration
$500 Registration
UT Faculty & Staff
Please contact us for your registration
Journalists & Media
Please submit the media application form
Highlighted Speakers

Michael Wirth
Chairman of the Board and CEO, Chevron

Daniel Yergin
Pulitzer Prize–Winning Author, The Prize: The Epic Quest for Oil, Money, and Power

Wil VanLoh
Founder and CEO, Quantum Capital Group

Vicki Hollub
Former President and CEO, Occidental Petroleum

John Arnold
Co-Founder and Co-Chair, Arnold Ventures

Gloria Moncrief
Partner, Montex Drilling Company
CONFERENCE DETAILS
WHEN
Friday, September 11, 2026
8:00 AM – 6:30 PM CT
WHERE
AT&T Hotel & Conference Center
1900 University Ave, Austin, TX 78705
CONTACT
For questions, please contact us at kbhenergycenter@utexas.edu
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