Ormat Steamboat Hills Field Trip

Both field trips are scheduled for Friday, October 24.

DID YOU KNOW?

Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS) and Advanced Geothermal Systems (AGS) have the potential to harness geothermal energies in regions where Conventional Hydrothermal Systems (CHS) would be impossible.

Ormat Steamboat Hills Field Trip Schedule

Steamboat Hills Field Trip #1, Friday, October 24, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Steamboat Hills Field Trip #2, Friday, October 24, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Tour Overview
The Steamboat Geothermal Complex, located in Washoe County, Nevada, features six advanced binary cycle power plants that utilize air cooling to produce clean, renewable energy. With a total generating capacity of 84 megawatts, the facility showcases nearly three decades of geothermal innovation—beginning with its first plant in 1992 and expanding to its most recent addition in June 2020. Students will gain insight into sustainable energy development, geothermal technology, and the role of innovation in clean power generation.

Safety Requirements
All attendees must wear closed-toe shoes, long-sleeve shirts, and pants.

Separate registration required. Transportation, bottled water and safety equipment is included in the registration fee. Cost is $65 per person. Limited space available.

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