Geothermal Rising Conference 2026

The Geothermal Rising Conference, the geothermal energy industry's flagship annual gathering, convenes September 20–23, 2026 at Marriott Marquis Houston to advance geothermal heating, cooling, and direct-use technologies as cornerstone climate solutions for deep decarbonization. Bringing together engineers, geoscientists, project developers, policymakers, and entrepreneurs across all geothermal sectors—including enhanced geothermal systems, binary power plants, and direct heating applications for district systems—the conference delivers technical symposia, investment forums, and field trips showcasing commercial deployment pathways. The multidisciplinary program spans exploration and reservoir engineering, policy frameworks, grid integration, sustainability metrics, and venture capital strategies, reflecting geothermal's critical role in meeting net-zero targets globally. Attendees include government officials, utilities, energy explorers, and startups positioning geothermal as a reliable baseload renewable energy source.