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Energy Young Professionals

Energy Young Professionals As the Energy Capital of the World, Houston is the headquarters and the intellectual capital for virtually every segment of the energy industry including exploration, production, transmission, marketing, supply, and technology. Houston employs nearly a third of the nation's jobs in oil and gas extraction. Houston's high concentration of energy expertise and experience has meant a large number of relocations to the Houston region in recent decades. The region offers access to 3million workers and more engineers than any other U.S. metro. With more than 600 exploration and production firms, 1,100 oilfield service companies, and more than 180 pipeline transportation establishments, Houston is truly the Energy Capital of the World.