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9th Annual UL Energy Forum
The 2025 University Lands Energy Forum brought together leaders from across the energy industry, academia, and the public sector for a full day of discussion and collaboration in Odessa, Texas. This year’s event was the most attended Energy Forum to date, reflecting the continued importance of thoughtful dialogue around innovation, stewardship, and the evolving energy landscape in Texas. A highlight of the Forum was a Keynote Panel featuring John Zerwas, Chancellor of The University of Texas System, and Glenn Hegar, Chancellor of the Texas A&M University System. Moderated by Secretary Don Evans, the discussion explored the enduring impact of the Permanent University Fund (PUF) Lands and the shared commitment of Texas’ leading university systems to advancing research, education, and energy leadership. The Forum featured a Data Centers in West Texas panel with participation from Bracewell LLP, ENGIE, Diamondback Energy, and the Bureau of Economic Geology, as well as a Permian Operators
Panel including Continental Resources, Permian Resources, and Black Swan Oil & Gas. Additional updates were provided by Jack Balagia of the KBH Energy Center and Sandra Woodley, President of The University of Texas Permian Basin, as well as remarks delivered by Dawn Buckingham, Texas Land Commissioner. The day concluded with a networking reception, providing an opportunity for continued dialogue and connection among participants. Through the Energy Forum, University Lands remains committed to fostering collaboration and informed discussion that supports responsible development and long-term stewardship of the PUF Lands for the benefit of Texas’ education, research, and healthcare institutions.
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