# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Geothermal Industry & Market Open House
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 09 Mar, 2026 at 02:30 pm – Mon, 09 Mar, 2026 at 05:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us for a Geothermal Industry & Market Open House on March 9, 2026, at Colorado Mesa University, from 2:30 - 5:30 p.m.About this EventLearn about geothermal power generation and what it could mean for our Colorado communities. Geothermal power represents a significant emerging opportunity—providing 24/7 baseload electricity while catalyzing a supply chain of drilling, engineering, construction, and field services similar to those that support the oil and gas sector—with the potential to offer durable economic activity alongside firm, local energy generation.This interactive event will connect industry experts, local governments and leaders, geothermal developers and state regulators. Engage in technical presentations, a Q&A session, and an opportunity to meet geothermal power companies. We’ll explore when and how we might see more geothermal energy projects in our region, and how jurisdictions will play a role in project permitting. What does a geothermal power plant look like? What are its potential impacts? What are the job opportunities and benefits? Why is the Department of Energy prioritizing geothermal in 2026?Agenda: 2:30 - 5:30 p.m.Grand Junction Economic Partnership (GJEP) Welcome message.Jim Sims, NioCorp Development / former Director of the U.S. Geothermal Energy Association (GEA)Why Geothermal Now? Geothermal power as a 2026 U.S. Department of Energy priority technology.Anna Littlefield, Colorado School of MinesWestern Colorado’s resource potential and current geotechnical insights. Geothermal power technologies.Mike Rigby, Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission (ECMC) Permitting and community voice. The new 1300 Series regulations and how projects can successfully complete the permitting process.Marketplace Q & A sessionDrilling, land use, water use, jobs, technology and more.Open HouseMeet and greet with geothermal power companies and other geo experts. Learn about Colorado Mesa University's flagship geothermal heating & cooling system.Event sponsors: Grand Junction Economic Partnership (GJEP), Clean Energy Economy for the Region (CLEER), Garfield Clean Energy (GCE)Registration: Please register by Friday, March 6, 2026. The event is free of charge and open to the public. Afternoon snacks, coffee and tea provided. Walk-ins are welcome, but registration is appreciated.Contact: geothermal@cleanenergyeconomy.netEvent venue schematic below: Parking garage and South Ballroom meeting room.   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/d1d40a40-062f-11f1-a0df-a19131d8c21d-rimg-w1200-h681-dcffffff-gmir.jpg Agenda?: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PMDoors open / networking ?: 03:00 PM - 04:30 PMPresentations and Q & A?: 04:30 PM - 05:30 PMOpen House
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Grand Junction
- **state**: CO
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Colorado Mesa University
- **lat**: 39.0804917
- **long**: -108.5534074
- **full address**: Colorado Mesa University, 1100 North Avenue, Grand Junction, United States

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- **organizer**: CLEER, GCE, Xcel Energy & GRID Alternatives (https://allevents.in/org/cleer-gce-xcel-energy-and-grid-alternatives/18994100)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Mon, 09 Mar, 2026 at 02:30 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Colorado Mesa University, 1100 North Avenue, Grand Junction, United States
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- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** CLEER, GCE, Xcel Energy & GRID Alternatives
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** Meetups
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Geothermal Industry & Market Open House ?
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