2026 West Texas Energy Summit
2026 West Texas Energy Summit
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 8:00 AM - Thursday, June 18, 2026 4:30 PM (CDT)
Description
From Classroom to Career: Explore Energy Education at the West Texas Energy Summit
Ready to energize your classroom? Join UT Austin’s Hildebrand Department of Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering Outreach Team for an exclusive, high-impact workshop designed for 7th–12th-grade STEM educators.
This isn’t just professional development—it’s your chance to bring real-world energy innovation into your classroom and inspire the next generation of problem-solvers.
Workshop Dates and Times
Wed. June 17th – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thurs. June 18th – 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
Location
Center for Energy and Diversification (CEED) Building – UT Permian Basin
North, 1310 FM1788
Midland, TX 79707
Meals – all meals and snacks for both days are provided.
What You’ll Get:
TEKS-aligned resources for the 2024–2025 science standards—ready to use immediately.
Behind-the-scenes industry field visits—experience cutting-edge technology firsthand.
Career insights to help students connect STEM learning to real opportunities.
Why You Can’t Miss This:
Energy powers our world—and your students will be the ones shaping its future. Equip them with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry. Learn more about workshop topics: www.energyexcursions.com/teachers/
Priority Registration: Teachers from Midland/Odessa receive first consideration.
CPE hours – Teachers receive CPE 17hrs (UT Austin is a TEA Provider)
Upon acceptance, $50 registration fee is required.*
*registration fee refunded upon completion of the workshop
Questions? – Contact Sabrina Ewald (sabrina.ewald@austin.utexas.edu)
