Geothermal Rising Student Committee

Welcome to the home of the Geothermal Rising Student Committee.
DID YOU KNOW?
Modern binary geothermal power plants have near-zero emissions.
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2025 GR Student Committee Officers
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2026 GR Student Committee Advisors

Our first 2026 Geothermal Rising Student Committee membership drive is open for applications! This drive awards free membership to several geothermal students around the world who want to join GR. Applications are quick and easy, but will close on March 2nd, 2026! Apply soon to be considered for a free student membership for 2026. Email students@geothermal.org if you have additional questions. The application form can be found at:  https://tinyurl.com/GRSCFeb26

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GR Student Committtee Sponsorship Drive
2025 Research Award Winners

We are thrilled to announce the winners of our fifth Student Research Award! Congratulations to our 5 winners from the PhD, Masters, and undergraduate category who impressed us with the quality and rigor of their research. Each applicant did a tremedous job, and we are thrilled to recognize the "groundbreaking" work our students are doing. Also, thank you to our judges who spent many hours reviewing applications. Stay tuned for the next round of the award in summer 2026!

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2025 GR Student Research Award Winners
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2025 GR Student Research Award Judges
Recruiting 2026 Student Committee Members

Join the Geothermal Rising Student Committee!

Are you ready to make a real impact in the geothermal industry while developing your skills and enhancing your career prospects? The Geothermal Rising Student Committee is the perfect opportunity for you!

What is the Student Committee?
We are a dedicated working group within Geothermal Rising (GR) focused on engaging students and early-career professionals in our mission. With our own budget and leadership structure, we operate directly under the guidance of the GR student president and staff liaison. This means your voice matters!

Why Get Involved?
Joining the Student Committee opens doors to incredible opportunities:

  • Influence the Industry: Your insights can help shape the future of the geothermal sector. As a member, you can provide significant input on key issues impacting early-career professionals.

  • Stand Out to Employers: Demonstrating your commitment to the geothermal field through active participation sets you apart in a competitive job market.

  • Develop Valuable Skills: Gain essential leadership and professional development skills that will benefit you throughout your career.

  • Network with Professionals: Enjoy direct access to mentors and employment opportunities within geothermal organizations.

Sign up for the Geothermal Rising Student Committee and be part of something bigger! 

Student Committee Leadership Positions:
Every year, we recruit new student leaders for the following positions (click on the title for position description and time commitment):

Get Involved Today!
Whether you’re looking to take on a leadership role or simply want to contribute actively or passively, there’s a place for you in the Student Committee. Don’t miss this chance to connect with peers, mentors, and industry leaders while making a difference in the geothermal community.

Questions? Reach out to students@geothermal.org 

 

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Full Steam Ahead: Geothermal Workforce and the Role of Collegiate Competitions
Description
Come hear from past participants and industry mentors on the impact collegiate competitions and project based learning can have in driving the growth of the geothermal industry. This webinar is geared towards college students and geothermal professionals, highlighting the critical need of industry support in creating a sustainable and thriving geothermal workforce.
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Upcoming Meetings & Topics

Our monthly meetings take place on the final Friday of each month at 12pm PDT. To receive a calendar invite and Zoom link to access the meeting, please email students@geothermal.org. A full schedule for our meetings and guest speakers is below: 

Month

Guest Speaker (15 mins)

   Presentation Topic

January

Travis Broadhurst, GR Student Committee

   2025 Goals/Brainstorming

February

Bryant Jones, GR Executive Director

   GR Goals and Career Insights

March

Ann Robertson-Tait, WING

   What is WING?

April

Vanessa Robertson, Geothermal Rising
Emilie Gentry, Teverra

   What is a RIG?

   Case Study on the Colorado RIG

May

Marit Brommer, IGA CEO

   What is the IGA?

June

Matthew Broaddus, Thermochem Inc.

   Where can geothermal take you?

July

Moones Alamooti, University of North Dakota

   Making a Technical Poster

August

Rusty Muscarella, TLS Geothermics

   How to Brand Yourself

September

Vanessa Robertson, Geothermal Rising

   Preparing for Conferences

October

None

   None

November

2025 Student Research Award Winners

   How do you stay motivated?

December

Travis Broadhurst, GR Student Committee

   Annual awards and Wrap-Up

Donations and Fundraisers

Thank you to those who purchased a GRC event t-shirt.  A new campaign will be coming soon! 

Contribute to the Geothermal Rising Student Committee anytime  Here

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