Join our Texas Chapter for their Annual Symposium on October 13, 2025 in Houston, TX. The chapter will introduce their newly elected board, and attendees will hear from regional industry experts on hot topics like improving gas and electric coordination, scrutiny of the Force Majeure provisions in the NAESB contract, and the most pressing challenges facing U.S. LNG today. Learn more about keynote speakers and featured sessions below.

10:30 – 10:45 AM: Welcome Remarks and Introduction of Newly Elected Chapter Board

10:45 – 11:15 AM: Keynote Remarks on Geothermal Energy

11:15 – 11:45 AM: Bridging the Electric-Gas Coordination Gap

Since Winter Storm Uri, the Texas legislature and regulators have created committees and rules aimed at improving gas and electric coordination.  This panel will discuss whether the rules are sufficient or more needs to be done to avoid blackouts during another extreme weather event.

11:45 AM – 12:15 PM: The NAESB Initiative

Winter Storm Uri brought unprecedented scrutiny to the Force Majeure provisions in the NAESB contract, as widespread gas supply interruptions exposed tensions between natural gas suppliers, utilities, and LDCs. Disagreements over the scope of the provision and the obligations of market participants in Force Majeure situations have sparked significant disputes and litigation. This panel will provide essential background on the issue and explore the latest court decisions and industry developments shaping how Force Majeure is understood and applied going forward.

1:15 – 1:45 PM: FERC Update

With a Chairman recently leaving the agency, and several new Commissioners joining, this is a time of transition at FERC.  This panel will discuss recent developments at FERC and the “new” FERC’s likely natural gas and electric market regulatory priorities in the coming year.

1:45 – 2:45 PM: Liquids Panel

Has Petro Star eliminated the ability of an entity to go directly to the court of appeals without filing for rehearing at FERC? What is the proper venue for an oil pipeline appeal? Come hear the latest. 

3:00 – 4:00 PM: The LNG Balancing Act: Managing Competing Forces in a Shifting Energy Landscape

This session will examine the most critical challenges currently shaping the U.S. LNG sector. Topics will include the evolving outlook for global demand, the interplay between rising domestic electricity needs and natural gas availability for LNG exports, and the potential implications of prolonged low oil prices on future gas supply. Panelists will offer strategic insights on how to navigate these headwinds and maintain a competitive edge in an increasingly dynamic global energy environment.

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2025 UT Law Gas and Power Institute
(October 14 – Houston, TX)
We’re excited to partner with UT Law in promotion of their 2025 Gas and Power Institute. Stay in town for one day after the symposium and take part in this CLE eligible event! Panels will cover battery tolling agreement, Texas Energy Fund insights, underground natural gas storage in Texas, ensuring natural supply and transportation, lard load project development, and more.

• EBA Texas Chapter mxembers receive a $50 discount off the standard or late Institute, or live webcast registration price, by using Promo Code “ebagpi2025” at checkout online. The promo code is active and available through October 14.

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Registration type	Advanced Pricing (Ends Sept. 29)
Member	$325
Member late	$375
Nonmember	$400
Nonmember late	$450
Student member	$25
Student nonmember	$50