Winter-Spring 2025

A letter from Ramanan Krishnamoorti, vice president for Energy and Innovation at the University of Houston.

Aaron Becker has always been interested in robots. It’s just that, up until he decided to pursue postgraduate studies, he could never quite get his hands on one.

As the global energy landscape shifts toward sustainable solutions, the Greater Houston area — already an established hub for global traditional energy — is a key player in the low-carbon transition. In addition to technological, policy and financial implications, the transition’s impact on Houston’s diverse workforce is a pressing concern.

In a world full of complex challenges and hungry for sustainable solutions, 35 University of Houston students stepped up to innovate, collaborate and reimagine the world by participating in a Shell NXplorers event at UH in the fall of 2024.

The past few years have made one thing clear: The Texas power grid needs to get stronger and smarter if it’s going to keep up with the state’s needs.

The 2024 election proved momentous for Republicans. With a newly reelected President Trump and a Republican majority in Congress, the future path of energy transition investment faces uncertainty and potential transformation.

The career trajectory of University of Houston graduate Roan Ferrier (B.A. ’19) is a testament to her adaptability and the power of saying yes to unexpected opportunities. With a bachelor’s degree in media production and a minor in dance, she expected to be a music video editor.