Leading Energy
Innovation for
the Future
The Texas Exchange for Energy & Climate Entrepreneurship.
Based in the energy capital of the world, we are a student-driven initiative dedicated to building tomorrow’s climate-tech ecosystem.
Welcome to the
Innovation Hub
Established in 2022, TEX-E is a first-of-its-kind collaboration among leading universities, businesses, corporate innovators, and entrepreneurs. It’s the epicenter of innovation where climate technology and energy transition converge.
Explore our Approach
Fueling Partnerships
for a Brighter Future
More than ever, innovation is needed to meet the world’s energy needs and address our climate challenges. That’s why we’re creating the world’s leading energy innovation ecosystem where students can network and engage, bridging the gap between universities and corporations.
We pave the way to purpose-driven careers in energy transition and climate technology, providing a dynamic springboard for the ambitious and inspired.
Our University Partners
Fostering a Climate of Transformation
TEX-E provides students with unparalleled access to career-launching opportunities, including internships, a fellowship program, and our extensive professional network. In year-round programming, students delve into groundbreaking technologies, participate in pitch competitions, and explore diverse career paths in energy innovation and entrepreneurship.
Our Programs
Join the TEX-E Community
Cultivate your entrepreneurial skill set with access to networking events, career opportunities, MIT cross-learning, career fairs, on-campus events, pitch competitions, and more! Expand your network, stay up to date on the latest in energy transition & climate tech, meet the best and brightest minds across Texas.
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Voices of the Cohort
“Working at Biosfera has taught me all aspects of business. I have learned how to lead and grow a successful business through marketing, finance, and client relations. Biosfera has taught me how to navigate a competitive market in an industry that is changing every day.”
Ramona Mahmoudkhani,
UT Austin
“The most significant lesson I’ve learned during my internship is the importance of communicating progress and challenges to my supervisors. This has shown me that the climate tech industry is filled with people who are not only highly knowledgeable but also deeply committed to supporting each other and advancing environmental solutions.”
Justin Xia,
Rice University
“Working at CalWave has opened my eyes to the “learn-as-you-go” nature of entrepreneurship. Especially given wave energy deployment is still in its infancy, a lot of the precedent is being set daily. I now see the difficulty in bringing these ideas to life, but I’m also excited to meet these challenges and help pioneer groundbreaking technology.”
Isaiah Jamail,
University of Houston
“I’ve learned the power of simple, often legacy, ideas that, when given a modern spin and some additional IP, can revolutionize fundamental industries.”
Warren Weissbluth,
Rice University
“TEX-E has been a truly unique experience. It has allowed me to participate in exceptional incubator programs alongside top professors and meet incredible investors and entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of energy not only in Texas but globally. The program offers an outstanding team that supports your learning process, helps you refine your ideas, connects you with the right tools, and creates the ideal environment to launch your business. Having access to these experiences through your college, without the cost and effort of building those relationships on your own, is an opportunity every young entrepreneur should seize.”
Henry Galvis Silva,
Texas A&M University