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Houston Energy Companies Need More Advanced Tech Workers. Their Own Culture Could Get In The Way

Kyra Buckley, KUT

Posted on September 7, 2021 · Houston energy companies say there is a major gap between what skills their current workforce has, and what they’ll need for a low-carbon future.

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Three Years After Launch, Has Upskill Houston Helped Strengthen The Workforce?

Florian Martin

Posted on July 7, 2017 · The workforce development initiative aims to close the skills gap for professions that require less than a bachelor’s degree.

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Skilled Labor Shortage Continues In Houston, But Future May Look Brighter

Florian Martin

Posted on April 3, 2017 · The construction sector is one of several industries that need more middle-skilled workers.

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Secretary Of Commerce Pritzker Praises Houston Jobs Program

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Posted on April 7, 2016 · Penny Pritzker visited Houston to learn about UpSkill Houston.

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Oil prices are stable for now, but Houston’s oil and gas industry could face other challenges in 2022

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Posted on January 4, 2022 · To learn more about the outlook for the oil and gas industry in 2022, Houston Public Media spoke with Mitch Fane, U.S. Oil and Gas Leader with consulting firm Ernst & Young.

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Utility consumers expect meaningful and tangible action on climate change from their providers, according to a new survey

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Posted on November 12, 2021 · The survey of 34,000 utility customers in 17 countries shows growing expectations for utility providers: meaningful action on climate change, increased reliability, and options for renewable at-home power generation.

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How Utility Companies Are Helping Customers Transition To Electric Vehicles

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Posted on September 3, 2021 · As electric vehicles grow in popularity utility companies are being called on to help provide infrastructure for cities, states, and at people's homes.

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Is Your Houston-Area School Open Now That The Winter Storm Has Passed?

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Posted on February 14, 2021 · As power outages continue, many K-12 schools, colleges and universities have announced closures through the end of the week.

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