Geothermal Rising

There’s still time to get involved at Geothermal Rising Conference 2026.

Geothermal Rising student members can volunteer during the conference and receive reimbursement for their conference registration after completing eight volunteer hours.

Volunteer opportunities include:
• Registration
• Networking events
• Field trips
• Merchandise sales
• Plenary session support

Student Volunteer Interest Form: https://form.jotform.com/261725744841159

The future of geothermal is shaped through collaboration and conversation.

This year’s panel sessions will explore topics including:
Federal and state geothermal policy
Geothermal investment and project finance
Closed-loop geothermal systems
Workforce development
Indigenous engagement and partnerships
Geothermal for AI and data centers
Water and enhanced geothermal systems
Texas and Gulf Coast opportunities

Whether you’re interested in policy, technology, business, or community engagement, there’s a conversation waiting for you at GRC 2026.

Explore GRC 2026:
https://geothermal.org/events/2026-geothermal-rising-conference

Progress isn’t defined by one destination. It’s built through the ideas we share, the people we meet, and the communities we create along the way.

That’s what the Geothermal Good Life is all about.

This August, we’ll be celebrating the people, opportunities, and experiences that continue to move geothermal forward, from career development and community engagement to learning, collaboration, and the journey toward the Geothermal Rising Conference 2026.
Where will the Geothermal Good Life lead next?

For us, it’s Houston.

Learn more about GRC 2026:
https://geothermal.org/events/2026-geothermal-rising-conference

The exhibition floor for Geothermal Rising Conference 2026 is filling fast.

Showcase your organization alongside geothermal leaders, innovators, researchers, and decision-makers at the industry’s premier gathering in Houston.

With limited booth space remaining, now is the time to secure your place and connect with the global geothermal community.

Contact Becky Atchley to learn more ([email protected]).

https://geothermal.org/sites/default/files/2026-06/2026%20GRC%20Houston%20Prospectus.pdf

This week’s Geothermal Good Life spotlight features Esther Njuguna, Geothermal Energy Direct Use Engineer at Geothermal Development Company Kenya.

In her work, Esther focuses on direct-use geothermal applications, helping bring geothermal energy into everyday life through practical solutions that support communities and sustainable development.

Working so closely with these real-world applications, her appreciation for geothermal comes through clearly in her message: “Geothermal is spectacular, it is green, it is beautiful, most of all it is green. Thank you Geothermal.”

Her perspective reflects the pride and passion of those who see geothermal not just as an energy source but as something that actively shapes daily life.

What does the Geothermal Good Life mean to you?

As geothermal projects continue to reach hotter, deeper, and more complex reservoirs, drilling fluids are evolving to meet the challenge.

In Geothermal Rising's latest Member Focus article, Sinclair explores how geothermal drilling fluids have advanced over four decades to support hydrothermal, Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS), and emerging superhot rock (SHR) projects.

The article examines key lessons from field experience, including high-temperature fluid performance, lost-circulation control, and wellbore stability, while highlighting how these innovations are helping shape the next generation of geothermal wells.

Read the latest Member Focus article:
https://geothermal.org/our-impact/blog/advancing-heat-geothermal-drilling-fluids

Many of the skills driving oil and gas also power geothermal.

From drilling and reservoir expertise to engineering and field operations, transferable knowledge is helping accelerate geothermal growth.

GRC 2026 is a valuable opportunity to showcase how your technology, expertise, and solutions support the future of geothermal.

https://geothermal.org/events/2026-geothermal-rising-conference

This week’s Geothermal Good Life spotlight features Kelly Blake, Director of Global Exploration at Ormat.

In her role, Kelly leads exploration efforts that help identify and unlock new geothermal resources around the world, supporting the expansion of clean, reliable energy.

For Kelly, and many geologists in the field, the Geothermal Good Life is about going onward and upward—or, as she puts it, sometimes downward—to uncover what lies beneath the surface.

Her perspective reflects the curiosity and persistence that drive geothermal exploration forward.

What does the Geothermal Good Life mean to you?

Get ready for a day of exploration, curiosity, and hands-on learning at Geothermal Discovery Day 2026.

Held alongside Geothermal Rising Conference 2026 in Houston, this family-friendly event invites children and families to discover the science behind geothermal energy through interactive exhibits, engaging activities, and fun STEM experiences.

Meet scientists, engineers, and energy innovators while exploring how geothermal energy powers communities and supports a more sustainable future.

Join us for a day of learning, discovery, and fun.
https://www.geothermal.org/events/geothermal-discovery-day

The future of geothermal depends on a strong and growing workforce.

Geothermal Rising Career Fair 2026 offers employers a valuable opportunity to connect with students, early-career professionals, skilled trades workers, and experienced talent interested in geothermal careers.

Showcase your organization, recruit top talent, and help strengthen the workforce powering geothermal forward.

Whether you are hiring now or building future talent pipelines, this is your opportunity to engage with the next generation of geothermal professionals.

Join us in Houston.
https://www.geothermal.org/events/2026-geothermal-rising-career-fair