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Oil and Gas Made the University of Texas Rich. Can Green Energy Make It Richer?

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The Financial Legacy of Oil: University of Texas

This chapter explores the University of Texas's unique wealth generation through its vast land holdings and fossil fuel resources, contrasting it with other universities that rely on donations. It highlights the historical significance of this land and the university's recent shift towards renewable energy, while emphasizing the impact on education for hundreds of thousands of students.

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