Energy Leaders Unite at Global Symposium

0:00Energy systems worldwide are linking up tighter than ever, from tech to policy sparking tough new challenges. That hit home at the 2026 Global Energy Symposium in Fort Worth, hosted by the Ralph Low Energy Institute at Texas Christian University. Leaders from Chevron, JP Morgan Chase, Diamondback Energy, ERC Cat and the Texas Railroad Commission joined about 400 folks, including students. And policy makers, to turn talking to real action on energy hurdles, Texas is stepping up big in the global energy game, especially the Permian Basin. Once a so-so player, it's now pumping out 6.5 million barrels of oil a day, thanks to the shale boom. Speakers stress shifting from wild growth to smart efficiency, leaning on AI and better tech to squeeze more from what's already there. They also flag Texas as a stability champ, building ties abroad while tackling water shortages from booming demand.

1:00Folks at the event lit up about nuclear powers come back, perfect for the huge energy suck from AI and data centers. Texas power needs could triple soon, so companies like Oaklow and Vistra are eyeing upgrades to old plants and team-ups with tech giants for clean, steady supply. Here's called a key to handling long-term loads without the carbon hit. Students got real-world juice too, partnering with outfits like Brazil's oil agency on strategy overhalls and Texas groups on fixing old wells into cash cows. ERSAT CEO, wrapped with grid upgrades, post storms, more batteries, smarter planning against the power queue topping 400,000 megawatts from data booms. Glenn, the day drove home that energy puzzles the man teamwork across sectors, gearing up sharp leaders to keep the lights on in economy's humming. Worldwide, local news, powered by AI. This is Dallas News Today. I'm Cory with the story.