About
Geothermal Energy Launchpad
Geothermal Energy Launchpad: Reimagining Energy from the Ground Up is an immersive, story-driven course that introduces learners to the powerful potential of geothermal energy in today’s evolving energy landscape. From the earliest stages of exploration to the moment clean power hits the grid, participants will follow the real-world journey of geothermal development—discovering the people, processes, and technologies that make it happen.
Along the way, students will meet industry professionals, explore emerging innovations like Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS), and gain insight into the diverse careers shaping this future-ready sector. Whether you’re new to energy or exploring a career path, this course provides a dynamic introduction to geothermal’s role in a cleaner, more resilient world.
What You’ll Learn
Part 1: Reimagining Energy from the Ground Up
Energy at the Center of Change
Discover how clean energy is reshaping the world—and why geothermal is key to the future.
What’s Heating Up Beneath Our Feet?
Learn how geothermal energy works and why it’s gaining ground.
Why Geothermal, Why Now
Explore the forces driving geothermal innovation and investment today.
Part 2: The Geothermal Journey and the People Who Make It Happen
Scouting Land to Find the Heat
Securing Deals and Power Contracts
Drilling Deep to Unlock Earth’s Energy
Preparing the Well for Geothermal Flow
Testing the Subsurface
Wiring Up for Power at the Source
Launching the Flow of Power
Why It Matters
As the world moves toward cleaner, more resilient energy systems, geothermal stands out as a powerful, untapped solution. This course will help you see what’s possible—and how you can be part of it.
Registration is now open—secure your spot today and be part of the next wave of energy innovation.
Please contact us at prodev@suu.edu or (435) 865-8529 with any questions.
