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 advancing energy for every generation.

Welcome to the Innovation Hub

Fueling Partnerships for a Brighter Future

More than ever, innovation is needed to meet the world’s energy transition needs. 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, providing a dynamic springboard for the ambitious and inspired.

Our University Partners

Fostering Energy Innovation

TEX-E’s year-round Fellowship Program prepares students to build startups and lead innovation as entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs. Fellows identify high-impact energy challenges, form teams, validate market opportunities with industry leaders, and develop scalable solutions.

Students can compete for funding through the TEX-E Prize at CERAWeek, continue building their ventures in the TEX-E Summer Accelerator, and apply for exclusive energy internships with leading companies. Through mentorship, startup education, industry connections, and hands-on experience, TEX-E equips the next generation of energy innovators to solve critical energy challenges.

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Join the TEX-E Community

Cultivate your entrepreneurial skill set with access to networking events, internships, 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.

Texas is the nation’s largest energy supplier.

We need 10X the energy and tech startups to retain our global energy leadership.

Voices of the Cohort

"TEX-E has been the best program I have engaged in during my whole time at the University. It taught me about energy, it taught me about entrepreneurship, it connected me with individuals from around the state and the country, and gave me a family and team to rely on to make things happen."

“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."

“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.”

“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."