Utah Geothermal Network
The Utah Geothermal Network (UGeN) is a collaborative community built to connect people, projects, and ideas across Utah’s growing geothermal landscape. Inspired by the Utah Geothermal Working Group (active from 2004 to 2009), we carry forward the tradition of open, recurring gatherings where members share technical insights, project updates, and research findings on every aspect of geothermal resources. Our mission is to create a welcoming, non-competitive space for knowledge exchange that advances research, education, and real-world opportunities in geothermal energy. UGeN fosters collaboration and sparks new possibilities for geothermal development in Utah by bringing together researchers, professionals, students, and community stakeholders. Membership is free and open to anyone interested in Utah’s geothermal resources.
Upcoming Meetings:
Spring Quarterly Meeting
Thursday, March 19, 2026 – Utah Geological Survey, Utah Core Research Center (240 North Redwood Road, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6100)
Announcements, roundtable discussion, and technical talks
- Socializing and networking: 11:30 am – 12:00 pm
- Technical content: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
- Mapping fracture growth during the Utah FORGE 2024 extended circulation – Grant Spraker (University of Utah)
- Exploration updates on the Granite Mountain blind geothermal system, Buena Vista Valley, Nevada – Ian Adams (University of Nevada-Reno)
Social Mixer
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 5:30 pm – Fisher Brewing Company (320 W 800 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101)
Tables will be reserved in the common area. Attendees are responsible for the cost of their beverages and food.
Summer Quarterly Meeting
Thursday, June 18, 2026 – Utah Geological Survey, Utah Core Research Center (240 North Redwood Road, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6100)
Announcements, roundtable discussion, and technical talks
- Socializing and networking: 11:30 am – 12:00 pm
- Technical content: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Connect With Us!
UGeN invites engagement from anyone interested in expanding the state’s understanding and use of geothermal resources. Relevant themes include resource exploration and site characterization, resource development for power generation and direct-use heating, and research & development on emergent geothermal topics. For our quarterly meetings, we welcome proposals for brief technical presentations and discussion topics that could benefit from community feedback. UGeN also serves as a networking platform to connect individuals and organizations with shared interests and expertise. Members may explore our YouTube channel, where recordings of previous technical presentations are available.
- Email: utahgeothermalnetwork@gmail.com
- YouTube: @UtahGeothermalNetwork
- LinkedIn: UGeN LinkedIn Page
Conveners:
Christian Hardwick
Utah Geological Survey
Eugene Szymanski
Utah Geological Survey
Aileen Zebrowski
ResFrac Corp
Alex Brettmann
University of Utah, Dept. of Geology & Geophysics
Connect With Us!
UGeN invites engagement from anyone interested in expanding the state’s understanding and use of geothermal resources. Relevant themes include resource exploration and site characterization, resource development for power generation and direct-use heating, and research & development on emergent geothermal topics. For our quarterly meetings, we welcome proposals for brief technical presentations and discussion topics that could benefit from community feedback. UGeN also serves as a networking platform to connect individuals and organizations with shared interests and expertise. Members may explore our YouTube channel, where recordings of previous technical presentations are available.
- Email: utahgeothermalnetwork@gmail.com
- YouTube: @UtahGeothermalNetwork
- LinkedIn: UGeN LinkedIn Page
Conveners:
Christian Hardwick
Utah Geological Survey
Eugene Szymanski
Utah Geological Survey
Aileen Zebrowski
ResFrac Corp
Alex Brettmann
University of Utah, Dept. of Geology & Geophysics
