Session 2D: Workforce Success

Session 2D: Workforce Success

Date
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Session Time
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Session Location
Tuscany 4

Geothermal energy is an industry that is rapidly expanding and holds immense potential for job creation and economic growth. In this session, we will explore geothermal education and training methodologies, local initiatives, case studies and the impact of workforce transition and recruitment practices in the field of geothermal technologies.

  • 7:30 AM - 7:50 AM | Developing the IADC Geothermal Drilling & Workover Well Integrity Training Framework |Presenting Author:  Toney Deer
  • 7:50 AM - 8:10 AM | Developing a Thermal Energy Network in Rural Rico, Colorado: A Pre-Feasibility Study on Technical Potential, Community Engagement, and Workforce Development | Presenting Author: Emilie Gentry
  • 8:10 AM - 8:30 AM | National Geothermal Workforce Assessment | Presenting Author: Amanda Kolker
  • 8:30 AM - 8:50 AM | Expanding GeoBridge Content to Empower the Geothermal Industry | Presenting Author: Jon Weers