Highlights of the Program

2 days business program:

Learn from real-world case studies by industry leaders.

SHOWCASING INNOVATION:

Discover the latest technology and techniques from across the industry.

leaders talk:

Hear from top-level experts about how to stay ahead in a fast-changing industry.

MULTIPLE STREAMS:

A business program that is multi-disciplinary, giving you a broad view of the industry.

SMART TECHNOLOGIES:

Explore the latest smart and AI-driven solutions, and see how they can be used in your business.

roundtable discussion:

Join talks with industry peers. Share ideas, make connections, and find new partners.

Program

Day 1 :
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11, 2026
08:30 - 09:30
REGISTRATION AND MORNING REFRESHMENTS
09:30 - 09:40
OPENING ADDRESS
09:40 - 10:05
NOVEL FRAC SLEEVE DESIGN FOR WATER CONFORMANCE IN EGS LEADS TO IMPROVED THERMAL EFFICIENCY
Steven Fipke
Halliburton

Steven Fipke

Halliburton

  • Examining water conformance challenges in EGS and their effects on thermal efficiency and reservoir depletion
  • Sharing 2024 Utah FORGE field data and insights on unbalanced water distribution across frac stages
  • Presenting a multi-sleeve flow control solution inspired by recent successes in fractured reservoirs in Algeria
  • Evaluating sleeve design performance through nodal analysis and scenarios for optimizing water injectivity in EGS wells
10:05 - 10:10
Q&A SESSION ON ADVANCED FLOW CONTROL STRATEGIES FOR THERMAL PERFORMANCE IN EGS WELLS
10:10 - 10:40
SPEED NETWORKING SESSION
  • Exchange business cards and get connected in short one-to-one meetings
  • Start the conversation to arrange a more formal meeting later on in the conference
  • Share your professional background and discuss your biggest business issues – don't forget your business cards!
10:40 - 11:00
MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
11:00 - 11:30
PANEL DISCUSSION ON ADVANCEMENTS IN GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS
11:30 - 11:55
POWERING THE FUTURE: WHAT 50 YEARS OF ENHANCED GEOTHERMAL TEACHES US TODAY
Angela Seligman
Clean Air Task Force

Angela Seligman

Clean Air Task Force

  • Tracing five decades of geothermal innovation and its influence on today’s energy landscape
  • Highlighting breakthroughs in drilling, well design, and production that enable higher efficiency
  • Connecting advancements in technology with reduced costs and expanding energy capacity
  • Tracking the growth of installed capacity and the growing role of geothermal in global energy markets
11:55 - 12:00
Q&A SESSION ON ADVANCEMENTS AND IMPACTS OF ENHANCED GEOTHERMAL
12:00 - 13:30
NETWORKING LUNCH AND VISITING THE ENHANCED GEOTHERMAL SYSTEMS EXHIBITION
13:30 - 13:55
GEOTHERMAL POWER POTENTIAL IN TEXAS
John Klaerner
Southwest Research Institute

John Klaerner

Southwest Research Institute

  • Analyzing four well configurations across the Austin Chalk, Eagle Ford, and Wilcox formations
  • Comparing power cycle options to identify the most viable for geothermal energy generation
  • Discussing techno-economic assessments to guide development and investment decisions
13:55 - 14:00
Q&A SESSION ON GEOTHERMAL POTENTIAL IN TEXAS AND TECHNO-ECONOMIC EVALUATION
14:00 - 14:25
ORC AND NEXT-GEN – ADVANTAGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN DESIGN AND EXECUTION
Mor Bisk
Fervo Energy

Mor Bisk

Fervo Energy

  • Optimizing PPA structures and unit sizing to enhance overall project performance
  • Designing advanced ORC systems to meet evolving operational demands
  • Managing project delivery to address resource decline and ensure reliability
  • Leveraging flexible capacity solutions such as FervoFlexTM technology to support future scaling efforts
14:25 - 14:30
Q&A SESSION ON MAXIMIZING THE PERFORMANCE IN ORC DESIGN AND PROJECT DELIVERY
14:30 - 15:00
AFTERNOON COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
15:00 - 15:25
OVERVIEW OF THE FORGE PROGRAM
Robert Podgorney
INL

Robert Podgorney

INL

  • Discussing the goals and objectives of FORGE research and its impact on geothermal innovation
  • Reviewing the current status of the program and upcoming plans for future developments
  • Sharing key lessons learned, including successes and challenges in enhanced geothermal systems
15:25 - 15:30
Q&A SESSION ON FORGE PROGRAM RESEARCH AND FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS
15:30 - 15:55
TÜRKİYE: THE IDEAL LABORATORY FOR GEOTHERMAL TECH DEVELOPMENT AND ITS LESSONS FOR THE USA
Oliver Sheehan
GMK Enerji

Oliver Sheehan

GMK Enerji

  • Highlighting Türkiye’s geological and economic advantages for geothermal development
  • Driving investment through recent policy reforms and enhanced feed-in tariffs
  • Demonstrating innovation through a pioneering AGS pilot optimization project
  • Presenting a case study showcasing the financial benefits of cascade use in greenhouses
15:55 - 16:00
Q&A SESSION ON TECHNO-ECONOMIC ASSESSMENT OF GEOTHERMAL DEVELOPMENT IN TÜRKİYE
16:00 - 16:25
PUBLIC POLICY AND REGULATORY DRIVERS FOR ENHANCED GEOTHERMAL
Jack Belcher
Cornerstone Government Affairs

Jack Belcher

Cornerstone Government Affairs

  • Examining current policy and regulatory environment shaping geothermal energy development in the United States
  • Analyzing federal regulations, legislative initiatives, and proposed updates influencing the industry’s growth
  • Exploring available grants, funding programs, and tax incentives supporting geothermal innovation and deployment
  • Comparing state-level policies and regulatory frameworks that drive investment and encourage geothermal expansion
16:25 - 16:30
Q&A SESSION ON GEOTHERMAL POLICY AND REGULATORY FRAMEWORKS
16:30 - 17:30
NETWORKING DRINKS RECEPTION
Day 2 :
THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026
09:00 - 09:30
MORNING REFRESHMENTS
09:30 - 09:40
OPENING ADDRESS
09:40 - 10:05
FINANCING STRATEGIES FOR GEOTHERMAL PROJECTS LEVERAGING TAX CREDIT INCENTIVES
Dawn Lima
Foss & Company

Dawn Lima

Foss & Company

  • Analyzing the evolving policy and incentives landscape while examining diverse financing structures
  • Aligning risk mitigation strategies with investor considerations across project stages
  • Gaining insights into market trends and identifying future growth opportunities in geothermal energy
10:05 - 10:10
Q&A SESSION ON FINANCING STRATEGIES FOR GEOTHERMAL PROJECTS
10:10 - 10:35
REDUCING COSTS AND MITIGATING RISK FOR GEOTHERMAL ENERGY WITH PERMEABLE FRACTURE IMAGING
Jeffrey Eppink
Enegis, LLC

Jeffrey Eppink

Enegis, LLC

  • Applying the Permeable Fracture Imaging (PFI) method to improve geothermal exploration and development
  • Examining a case study at Newberry Volcano, funded by ARPA-E and Quaise Energy
  • Assessing the techno-economic benefits of PFI to optimize geothermal project costs
  • Reducing risk and uncertainty to strengthen investment confidence in geothermal energy
10:35 - 10:40
Q&A SESSION ON ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES FOR GEOTHERMAL ENERGY DEVELOPMENT
10:40 - 11:10
RESERVED PRESENTATION
11:10 - 11:30
MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
11:30 - 11:55
NATIONWIDE EGS PROSPECTING SUPPORTED BY TECHNO-ECONOMIC ANALYSIS AND FEASIBILITY MAPPING
Philip Ball
Geothermal Energy Advisors | Geothermal Radar

Philip Ball

Geothermal Energy Advisors | Geothermal Radar

  • Using interactive geothermal radar for screening enhanced geothermal system (EGS) sites nationwide
  • Modeling levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) through dynamic techno-economic analysis
Vladimir Stroganov
Geothermal Energy Advisors | Geothermal Radar

Vladimir Stroganov

Geothermal Energy Advisors | Geothermal Radar

  • Identifying optimal EGS configurations based on performance and cost efficiency
  • Mapping development feasibility to support informed decision-making across regions
11:55 - 12:00
Q&A SESSION ON PROSPECTING AND MAPPING FOR EGS DEVELOPMENT
12:00 - 12:25
HYDROTHERMAL AND NEXT-GENERATION GEOTHERMAL RESOURCE ASSESSMENT OF THE RIO GRANDE RIFT ZONE
Shuvajit Bhattacharya
The University of Texas at Austin

Shuvajit Bhattacharya

The University of Texas at Austin

  • Highlighting high-heat flow characteristics and geothermal potential across Texas, New Mexico, and Colorado
  • Applying regional exploration and machine learning to identify promising geothermal prospects
  • Comparing site-scale resource estimates while evaluating techno-economic implications for future development
12:25 - 12:30
Q&A SESSION ON TECHNO-ECONOMIC DIMENSIONS OF GEOTHERMAL INNOVATION
12:30 - 12:55
WHAT SETS CLOSED-LOOP GEOTHERMAL APART FROM OTHER SYSTEMS
Malcolm Ross
Eavor

Malcolm Ross

Eavor

  • Illustrating the unique designs of closed-loop systems, including U-tube, coaxial, and multilateral configurations
  • Highlighting the key technical and non-technical benefits, such as reduced seismic risk and lower geological uncertainty
  • Addressing critical challenges, from drilling costs and risks to the efficiency of heat transfer methods
  • Gaining insights from real-world applications like Eavor’s Geretsreid Project in Germany
12:55 - 13:00
Q&A SESSION ON THE ADVANTAGES OF CLOSED-LOOP GEOTHERMAL DESIGN
13:00 - 13:15
FEEDBACK & RAFFLE DRAW
13:15 - 14:30
NETWORKING LUNCH

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