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May 7, 2025

Bridging Science and Sustainability: UH Ph.D. Student’s Mission to Redefine Waste

Sarah Hlaihel, a civil engineering Ph.D. student at the University of Houston, is turning industrial waste into sustainable solutions. From Lebanon to France to Houston, her global academic journey is driven by a passion for environmental responsibility and inspired by her grandmother’s dream. Now a UH-Chevron Energy Graduate Fellow, Hlaihel is advancing carbon capture and low-impact construction technologies, while preparing to bridge the worlds of industry and academia.

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May 7, 2025

Bridging Science and Sustainability: UH Ph.D. Student’s Mission to Redefine Waste

Sarah Hlaihel, a civil engineering Ph.D. student at the University of Houston, is turning industrial waste into sustainable solutions. From Lebanon to France to Houston, her global academic journey is driven by a passion for environmental responsibility and inspired by her grandmother’s dream. Now a UH-Chevron Energy Graduate Fellow, Hlaihel is advancing carbon capture and low-impact construction technologies, while preparing to bridge the worlds of industry and academia.

May 2, 2025

Houston Economy Feels Strain Amid Energy Market Uncertainty

As the U.S. GDP sees its sharpest decline in three years, Houston’s economy faces mounting pressure from falling oil prices, industry layoffs, and shifting trade policies. Experts warn of a potential downturn in the energy sector, while UH Energy emphasizes the importance of policy and trade literacy to navigate the uncertainty.

April 26, 2025

Plastics Circularity Takes Center Stage at 2025 UH Energy Symposium

Plastics circularity continues to dominate global conversations as industries confront the mounting challenge of plastic waste and its long-term impact on the environment. The University of Houston—a key hub for energy and chemical innovation—hosted their annual Energy Symposium on Plastics Circularity, inviting industry professionals and leaders to explore this complex issue and the opportunities it presents.

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May 7, 2025

Bridging Science and Sustainability: UH Ph.D. Student’s Mission to Redefine Waste

Sarah Hlaihel, a civil engineering Ph.D. student at the University of Houston, is turning industrial waste into sustainable solutions. From Lebanon to France to Houston, her global academic journey is driven by a passion for environmental responsibility and inspired by her grandmother’s dream. Now a UH-Chevron Energy Graduate Fellow, Hlaihel is advancing carbon capture and low-impact construction technologies, while preparing to bridge the worlds of industry and academia.

May 5, 2025

University of Houston Honored with TXU Energy Leadership Award in Innovation

The University of Houston has been awarded the 2025 TXU Energy Leadership Award in Innovation, recognizing its pioneering contributions to energy research, education, and collaboration. Presented during a special event at Daikin Park, the award highlights UH’s strategic partnership with TXU Energy, which powers all four campuses and supports innovation-driven initiatives. The collaboration includes a $370,000 scholarship commitment for students in energy and STEM fields, reinforcing UH’s role as a leader in shaping a sustainable energy future.

May 2, 2025

Houston Economy Feels Strain Amid Energy Market Uncertainty

As the U.S. GDP sees its sharpest decline in three years, Houston’s economy faces mounting pressure from falling oil prices, industry layoffs, and shifting trade policies. Experts warn of a potential downturn in the energy sector, while UH Energy emphasizes the importance of policy and trade literacy to navigate the uncertainty.

April 29, 2025

Turning Waste into Opportunity: The Journey Toward Plastics Circularity from LyondellBasell’s Torkel Rhenman

This article covers the keynote address delivered by Torkel Rhenman, Executive Vice President of Advanced Polymer Solutions at LyondellBasell, at the 2025 UH Energy Symposium on Plastics Circularity. The story highlights Rhenman’s insights on advancing a circular economy for plastics, addressing industry challenges, innovations like MoReTec chemical recycling, and the role of policy, infrastructure, and collaboration in shaping a sustainable future.

April 28, 2025

UH Tech Bridge Hosts Final Day of H-Town Roundup, Showcasing Houston’s Startup Surge

The UH Technology Bridge hosted the final day of H-Town Roundup 2025, a week-long celebration of Houston’s innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. The event featured dynamic discussions on capital investment, startup growth, and the future of entertainment and sports tech—highlighting Houston’s growing role as a national hub for innovation.

April 26, 2025

Plastics Circularity Takes Center Stage at 2025 UH Energy Symposium

Plastics circularity continues to dominate global conversations as industries confront the mounting challenge of plastic waste and its long-term impact on the environment. The University of Houston—a key hub for energy and chemical innovation—hosted their annual Energy Symposium on Plastics Circularity, inviting industry professionals and leaders to explore this complex issue and the opportunities it presents.

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