CEE 219: Geothermal Energy Development & its Role in Decarbonizing the Electrical Grid

Course Description

This course offers a comprehensive overview of geothermal development and its crucial role in decarbonizing the electrical grid via a series of industry guest lectures and a hands-on feasibility final project. Through the course, you will explore the stages of geothermal project development, including resource assessment, drilling, power plant design, grid interconnection, and financing. You will also dive into geothermal leasing, permitting, regulatory frameworks, and geothermal energy integration into electricity markets.