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Alaska Regional Interest Group (RIG)

DID YOU KNOW?
Geothermal energy can be harnessed in a variety of ways, including power production, space/district heating, greenhouses, aquaculture, and many more!

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          Jen Aschoff                                                                                  John C Eichelberger                                        Paul Craig
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December Event Alaska RIG Presents "Shallow Geothermal Systems in Alaska: Technical Potential, Environmental Limits, and Economic Realities"

Please join us for the Geothermal Rising Alaska RIG presentation: Title: Shallow Geothermal Systems in Alaska: Technical Potential, Geological Constraints, and Economic Realities
Presented By Dr. Saqib Javed 
Geothermal HVAC Researcher,
National Renewable Energy Lab,
Anchorage, Alaska

2025 Alaska RIG

Thursday, December 4, 2025
9 AM Alaska Time 
For the Virtual ZOOM Discussion


Abstract: This presentation explores the role of shallow geothermal systems in Alaska’s energy landscape, spanning residential, commercial, and district-scale heating and cooling applications. It introduces the fundamentals of shallow geothermal energy and examines its adaptability to Alaska’s subsurface conditions, including permafrost, soil variability, and low ground temperatures. 

REGISTER HERE   (ensure to save the link for the ZOOM call)

October 26, 2025 Networking at GRC - Alaska

Alaska RIG All with interest in geothermal in Alaska are welcome!
September Event Alaska RIG Presents an EGS: "What's in it for Alaska?” Webinar

Thank you for attending the Geothermal Rising Alaska RIG Webinar: “Advances in Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS): What's in it for Alaska?” the Webinar presented by John Eichelberger, ADGGS.
On Sept 11, 2025  Please see the Full Video here on Youtube 

 

GR Alaska RIG Sept 2025

 

John Eichelberger-Alaska RIG
Unique Challenges & Opportunities:
Alaska has a small population but a large, underdeveloped geothermal resource. The state relies heavily on outside expertise, development, and investment. There is strong interest from individuals deeply committed to Alaska, many of whom will want to engage fully—even if not "founding members". - John C Eichelberger
Alaska RIG Development
Alaska’s unique energy landscape. Key differences include: Multiple superhot geothermal sites lacking formal land protections. Significant off-grid energy needs in Native villages. The state itself is off-grid, with Anchorage facing an energy shortage. Photo Credit: Chena Hot Springs Resort
Chena Hot Spring
What is the Alaska RIG?
Mission Statement:
Build a community of stakeholders to incentivize the development of geothermal resources in the State of Alaska

Goals:
* Foster communication and collaboration among industry, academia and state and federal entities interested in geothermal energy
* Share information regarding funding opportunities for geothermal energy
* Help projects find the help they need through broad networking.
* Gain visibility outside the state (and country), where most of the geothermal experts, corporations, and investors reside.

Watch the first Virtual Meeting below:
Alaska's Geothermal Rising RIG Virtual Zoom Meeting
GR Alaska RIG
July 23, 2025 Alaska RIG Presented
Geothermal Rising Alaska RIG Webinar Presented: “Fort Wainwright Exploration: Results, Learnings, and Next Steps” Webinar presented by TEVERRA.
July 23, 2025 - At 9:00 AM Alaska Time
Watch the entire Webinar Here
Alaska Webinar