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Houston, TX, USA
20–22 October 2025

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Houston, TX, USA
20–22 October 2025

2024 Technical Program

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Harnessing the Earth's Potential – Advancing Geothermal Technology and Natural Energy for a Sustainable Future

Monday, 23 September
Room 215 - 216
Technical Session
Geothermal energy is a clean, renewable, and reliable power source that harnesses Earth's natural heat for electricity and various applications, with minimal emissions. Geothermal energy is a crucial player in combating climate change and promoting sustainable energy. This session dives into the potential of geothermal energy by exploring advancements of new knowledge to utilize Earth's natural heat for clean electricity, while discussing recent exploration advancements, real-world world case studies, responsible development strategies, and its role in a sustainable energy future.
  • 1400-1425 221069
    Unraveling Damage Variables In Hot Dry Rocks: An Optical Investigation Of Geothermal Rocks From UTAH FORGE
    F. Nath, E. Cabezudo Rojas, Texas A&M International University
  • 1425-1450 220806
    Effect of Injection Rate on the Heat Exchange Process in EGS: Insights from Laboratory Experiments
    P. Zhao, H. Zhu, S. Chen, Z. Zhang, Chengdu University of Technology
  • 1450-1515 220902
    Heat Extraction Through An Advanced Closed-loop Geothermal System
    S. Liu, A. Dahi Taleghani, The Pennsylvania State University
  • 1545-1610 220812
    Determination Of Production Potentials Of Geothermal Resources For Rapid Exploration And Development Decisions
    G. Jin, H. Kwak, A.A. Yousef, Saudi Aramco PE&D; H.H. Banaja, Saudi Aramco Exploration
  • 1610-1635 220755
    Repurposing Depleted Wells For Geomechanical Pumped Storage
    F. Al Balushi, A. Dahi Taleghani, Pennsylvania State University
  • 1635-1700 220891
    Drilling Fluid Design for Safe, Efficient Resource Delineation in XHT Geothermal Reservoirs
    M. Bageri, A. Cascone, Newpark Drilling Fluids
  • Alternate 220717
    Thermal And Flow Modeling Of Gas Lift Applications In Liquid-Dominated Geothermal Wells
    O. Khankishiyev, G. Hasanov, University of Oklahoma; H. Karami, University of Oklahoma MPGE; R. Nygaard, University of Oklahoma; C. Vivas, University of Oklahoma MPGE; S. Salehi, Southern Methodist University
  • Alternate 220844
    Assessment Of Geothermal And Hydrocarbon Wells Using Supercritical Fluids For Heat Production
    R. Ratnakar, Shell Intl E&P, Inc.; S.S. Gupta, Shell Global Solutions International BV; J. Hackbarth, University of Texas at Austin; S. Livescu, Bedrock Energy; B. Dindoruk, University of Houston
  • Alternate 220765
    ScCO2 Foams For Geothermal Reservoirs' Stimulation: Impact Of Fracture Roughness And Temperature On Rheology
    Y. Samarkin, M. Prodanovic, D. DiCarlo, The University of Texas at Austin; A. Tajik, A.B. Wileman, Southwest Research Institute
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