Houston Energy and Climate Week

Shape your energy future at Houston Energy and Climate Week, September 9-13, 2024. Full calendar: https://lnkd.in/g-SMzkrf Opening Ceremonies: https://lnkd.in/gMa2PiAE Closing Ceremonies: https://lnkd.in/gfYVH4xA Want to be a part of 2025? Big plans are underway and will be announced at closing ceremonies. Get in touch: https://lnkd.in/gyz9epBG

Congratulations to our co-chair for 2024 Houston Energy and Climate Week — Juliana Garaizar for her three nominations. She took home the Investor of the Year award at the Houston Innovation Awards hosted by InnovationMap last week. Juliana invested and double downed on Houston four years ago to establish Greentown Labs Houston — then launched Energy Tech Nexus while supporting startups and helping our city launch the first ever Houston Energy and Climate Week. Congratulations Juliana for all you do for HOU.

🌲Sustainable Design for Houston Energy and Climate Week🌲 As part of Houston Energy and Climate Week by Design Thinking and Innovation, the focus was on designing for a #sustainable future, a topic that felt not only relevant but essential in today’s world. Attending this event was an inspiring and enlightening #experience, blending the urgency of climate action with the power of thoughtful design. Special recognition goes out to the leaders who made this collaboration possible, including Danyal Mahmud, Margaret Passe, Pragya Srivastava, Zachary Reyna, and Quinn Uyen Dao. Your commitment to driving sustainable #change was clear throughout the evening. 🌟⭐️What stood out most were the engaging presentations that connected human-centered design with sustainability. The idea that we need to shift from “Human-Centric” to “Planet-Centric” thinking resonated deeply, emphasizing that our design approaches must prioritize both #people and the #planet equally⭐️🌟 It was great to see the collaboration between Design Thinking and Innovation and local organizations like Side Project Society, IxDA Houston, UXPA International Houston, UXCoogs, and more come to life, showcasing the strength and innovation our community can bring when we unite around a common cause. I also want to acknowledge the tireless efforts of the coordinators—Denny Kruep, Cristelle Mathews, Kanika Sachdeva, Melissa Yarbrough, and KP Stone. Your work behind the scenes ensured that the event ran smoothly, fostering a space where ideas could be shared #freely. The event space at Improving was perfect for fostering a collaborative and engaging atmosphere, and I truly appreciate their generosity as a sponsor. Their support, along with Aquent underscored the importance of community involvement in making events like this a #reality. This event was a vivid reminder that #sustainability starts with thoughtful design, and I left feeling both challenged and motivated to incorporate more of these principles into my own work. It’s clear that events like this are not only beneficial but necessary for our community to push the boundaries of what’s possible in creating a sustainable future🤎

#DesigningforSustainability event was jam-packed last evening! The keynote speaker, global design executive Roger Rohatgi highlighted why #sustainability is crucial for our #planet and #future generations. He emphasized how addressing sustainable issues during the #design phase can lead to significant resolutions and discussed challenges faced by enterprises with existing processes. Senior UX Lead Mitchell Ramirez further stressed the critical importance of sustainability for individuals as designers with using an activity based discussion. This event was a part of Houston Energy and Climate Week from Design Thinking and Innovation in collaboration with Side Project Society, IxDA Houston, UXPA Houston (HUXPA), UXCoogs and htowndao.xyz. Thanks to leaders and cofounders to come forward for this collaboration, Danyal Mahmud, Margaret Passe, Pragya Srivastava, Zachary Reyna, Quinn Uyen Dao Events like this need support from community, A big shoutout to our event sponsor Improving for sharing your space with us. Stephen Johnson for being our biggest supporter. Thanks to Aquent for sponsoring this event as well. Crystal Pettibone, CIR, Lori Schaub Kessler, it was great to see you. I would like to thank the volunteers/co-ordinators, Denny Kruep, Cristelle Mathews, Kanika Sachdeva, Melissa Yarbrough, KP (Kelly Paschal) Stone Kudos to all participated in this impactful collaboration! Alina Sukhova, Shradhha Shah, Wayne Miller, Atif Nagi, Yaridka T., Ayaka (Amélie) Uriu, Sole Rodriguez-Cashuric 🇪🇸🇺🇸, Andrew Y., Anu P.,Chloe Imaan, Kristin Lucas, Joshua Cotton, Myles Lane, Leon Andrulaitis, Gabrielle “Gabby” Hurst PMP, MBA, SAFe Scrum Master, Sonya Singh, MBA, Joseph Cashuric

I am completely surprised and humbled to be recognized as "2024 Leadership in STEM/STEAM Award" recipient by Empowering Women in Industry 's national event this year. During Houston Energy and Climate Week 2024, I was honored to lead Industrial Decarbonization and Net Zero events in the University of Houston -Katy and host inspiring Charli K. Matthews in the empowering panel discussions. We all work together for a sustainable future and I am impressed how Empowering Women in Industry connects and educates the industry leaders and inspire the future generation. I am grateful to be surrounded by amazing friends, a loving family and supportive team at S&B .

TiE Houston Board Member Vinita Gupta has assembled some excellent speakers like Russ Conser and Wendy Rentschler to discuss #ClimateImpact beyond #Energy - a worthy follow on from the Houston Energy and Climate Week earlier this year. Nov 12 at the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center - a fantastic venue. Registration info below.

How are AI and Climate Tech working together to reshape the future? 🌱🤖 At the Texas Venture Fest, Oct 3rd: Houston Edition, today’s panel took a deep look at how the fusion of AI and Climate Tech is driving innovation in sustainability. Huge thanks to our panelists: Jason Ethier, Sujatha Kumar, Alejandro Zotti , Robert Alford and Katie Mehnert who shared insights on how these technologies are transforming industries and creating a more sustainable future for Houston and our world . 📸 by Evelyn Cepeda from Desertivity #TexasVentureFest #ClimateTech #AI #Sustainability #HoustonInnovation

Over the past few days, Hurricane Helene has ripped through five states, leaving many stranded, roads closed, and millions without power. In the Asheville, North Carolina, area, many still needed access to information as the mountain terrain was hit hard by washing out cities, homes, and roads. Allies in Energy has put together an Amazon Wish List of critical supplies for the region. All supplies will be donated and delivered to Hearts with Hands Disaster Relief in Asheville at their warehouse. Thank you for your support for those in need on the ground in North Carolina: https://lnkd.in/gRcFvHD6 Or you may donate financially to: https://lnkd.in/e57q2zzZ

Drumroll! The 2023/24 Distinguished Scholars Program, sponsored by CITGO, was created to assist students planning to continue their education at a two-or four-year university. Forty scholarships were awarded to select class of 2024 graduates from the Alief, Houston, and Spring Branch Independent School Districts (ISD). These Distinguished Scholars are being recognized not only for their academics but also for their excellence in one of the following categories: Beating the Odds, Career & Technical Education, Communications, Performing & Fine Arts, S.T.E.M., Service & Leadership, Spirit, or Student Athletics. Last week the students were surprised with their scholarship! Take a look! https://lnkd.in/emezCHK3

Earlier this September, Team Savvy had the pleasure of attending the Houston Energy and Climate Week Kickoff Dinner at Brennan's hosted by Allies in Energy. It was an inspiring evening filled with meaningful discussions on the future of energy and the impact on climate change. We're excited to continue the conversation and be part of the movement toward a more sustainable energy future! 🌎 #HoustonEnergyandClimateWeek #savvyogc Lindsay Roe Mark LaCour Katie Mehnert