Name: 2026 Houston Energy & Climate Startup Week Kickoff
Start: 2026-09-14T16:30:00.000-05:00
End: 2026-09-14T20:00:00.000-05:00
Location: The Ion

Community-organized week showcasing how Houston is scaling solutions and creating a platform for innovative startups and technologies driving the energy transition forward.

Houston Energy + Climate Startup Week

Kick off Houston Energy & Climate Startup Week in the Ion District!

Join founders, investors, corporate leaders, researchers, and innovators from across Houston and beyond as we officially launch a week dedicated to advancing the future of energy and climate innovation.

The evening begins with a keynote program featuring leaders from Houston's energy and climate ecosystem who are helping shape what's next for the industry. Following the program, explore the Ion during a building-wide Open House featuring startup showcases, corporate partners, technology demonstrations, and opportunities to connect with the organizations driving innovation across the region.

Then head outside for our signature Block Party on the plaza with live music, drinks, bites from Ion District restaurants, and networking with the people building Houston's innovation ecosystem.

Whether you're attending Houston Energy & Climate Startup Week for the first time or returning for another year, this is the perfect way to connect, discover, and kick off an exciting week of programming.