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Energy | February 11, 2025

Houston Secures More Than $104 Million in ARPA-E Funding Over the Past 15 Years

Over the past 15 years, Houston has secured $104.8 million in early-stage R&D funding from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy (ARPA-E), according to the agency. The strategic funding is critical in advancing breakthrough technologies that aim to revolutionize the energy sector.

Economic Development | February 7, 2025

2024 Partnership Economic Development Efforts Fuel Business Growth in Houston

Following the success of 2023, the Greater Houston region continued to attract global businesses.

Talent/Workforce | February 3, 2025

Abbott Names Water Infrastructure, Workforce Development Among Priorities in State of the State Address

Governor Greg Abbott named two of the Greater Houston Partnership’s Executive Priorities as emergency items for the Texas Legislature during his State of the State address Sunday. The governor said he wants lawmakers to immediately begin working on solutions to strengthen the workforce, improve the resilience of vital infrastructure, and make a Texas-sized investment in water security.

Membership | February 3, 2025

Partnership Welcomes New 2025 Board Members

Members of the Greater Houston Partnership voted to elect new members of the organization’s board of directors at its Annual Meeting held on January 31. The Partnership's 147-member board guides the work of the organization and is comprised of leaders from across greater Houston's business community.

Economic Development | January 30, 2025

Texas Lawmakers Prioritize Economic Growth with New Committees

Every Texas legislative session brings something new: bold policies, fresh faces on the chamber floor, or, in this case, a new focus on making the Texas economy bigger and better.

Membership | January 30, 2025

Celebrating Civic Excellence: The Love Family’s Impact on Houston

The Greater Houston Partnership presented the 2025 Robert C. McNair Civic Leadership Award to the Love family at the organization’s Annual Meeting. The prestigious award honors individuals and families whose contributions have profoundly shaped the greater Houston community.

Membership | January 27, 2025

Rise to the Top: How Self-Limitations and Inclusion Shape Success

In this episode of the Greater Houston Partnership's Rise to the Top podcast, we speak with Margaret Cooper, GM of Corporate Affairs for Chevron's Americas Exploration and Production.

Transportation & Infrastructure | January 24, 2025

Port Houston Secures $25 Million Grant for Hydrogen Refueling Station

Port Houston is bolstering its sustainability efforts with a $25 million grant from the Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration to develop the Bayport Hydrogen Refueling Station (Bayport HRS) in Bayport, Texas.

Living in Houston | January 22, 2025

13 Houston Restaurants and Chefs Named 2025 James Beard Semifinalists

Houston’s culinary scene continues to shine on the national stage, as 13 of the region’s restaurants and chefs have secured semifinalist nominations for the prestigious 2025 James Beard Awards.

Membership | January 14, 2025

18 Greater Houston Partnership Members Make HBJ’s Texas 100

The Houston Business Journal recently announced the Texas 100 – an annual list of impactful Texans to watch in 2025.

Living in Houston | January 10, 2025

Rising in Houston: Projects to Look Forward to in 2025 and Beyond

Public Policy | January 9, 2025

Fresh Faces from Houston in the Texas Legislature

It’s January in an odd-numbered year in Texas, meaning a freshman class of lawmakers is getting ready to take seats in Austin.