August 17, 2026, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
FEMP IACET: 0.2 CEU
Level: Foundational
This 101-level training introduces the basics of geothermal technologies, differentiating conventional hydrothermal systems from enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) and advanced closed loop geothermal systems (AGS), also known as next generation geothermal technologies. This session covers the current market status and technology readiness levels of next generation technologies, as well as key federal drivers impacting geothermal innovation and investment. At a high-level, this training contextualizes the current technology and regulatory landscape of next generation geothermal for power generation, helping audiences learn more about the timeline for technology demonstration and technical barriers.
Learning Objectives
- Define next generation geothermal technology.
- Describe the difference between enhanced geothermal systems and closed loop systems.
- Understand the state of technological readiness.
- Understand key regulatory actors and drivers involved in implementation.
- Describe high-level technical barriers to demonstration and deployment.
Instructor
- Kamila Kazimierczuk, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
About FEMP Training
The Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) provides live and on-demand training to foster and maintain a high-performance workforce that constructs, operates, and maintains cost-effective federal facilities. Choose from topics like project financing, facility and fleet optimization, fleet management, energy security, product procurement, and more.
FEMP is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and awards IACET continuing education units (CEUs) upon the successful completion of select courses. FEMP training is provided through the National Institute of Building Sciences' Whole Building Design Guide (WBDG) learning management system.