Discover Central Texas | Meet the people and explore the issues shaping Austin's future.

Discover Central Texas is the fastest way to stay up to date on our transforming region. Dive into the heart of our community, meeting the people, trends, and issues shaping Central Texas’s future. Each 4-week program focuses on 4 core topics. Pick one or do both! The first full day is followed by 3 half-day sessions.

Central Texas is home to more than 20 cities and towns, each with unique economic drivers, civic cultures, policies, and assets. Expanding on Experience Austin, this program provides an in-depth exploration of the region’s changing landscape, economy, environment, and social fabric.

Whether you are a longtime resident or new to the area, Discover Central Texas participants deepen their understanding of this dynamic region.

Discover Central Texas is a great start to exploring your city:

  • Absorb the civic culture of the region.
  • Learn about the broader issues impacting Greater Austin now.
  • Get introduced to the active players.
  • Identify how plug in and begin having an impact—quickly.

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Austin Energy | Smart Energy Consumer Collaborative