Frontier Observatory for Research in Geothermal Energy
UTAH FORGEUtah FORGE is a dedicated underground field laboratory sponsored by the Department of Energy (DOE) for developing, testing, and accelerating breakthroughs in Enhanced Geothermal Systems technologies to advance the uptake of geothermal resources around the world.
Circulation Experiments at Utah FORGE – Geothermics Peter Niemz
Paper by Peter Niemz et al., (Geothermics) describes seismic observations from the circulation tests at FORGE using only the regional (near-)surface network of the UUSS.
At the Core of Utah FORGE – “A Climate of Hope” — Utah FORGE at NHMU
On November 11, 2023, the Natural History Museum of Utah (NHMU) showcased its newest permanent exhibit: “A Climate of Hope.”
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Cutting Edge Research
and Drilling Technology
Our mission is to enable cutting-edge research and drilling and technology testing, as well as to allow scientists to identify a replicable, commercial pathway to EGS. In addition to the site itself, the FORGE effort includes a robust instrumentation, data collection, and data dissemination component to capture and share data and activities occurring at FORGE in real time. The innovative research, coupled with an equally-innovative collaboration and management platform, is truly a first of its kind endeavor.
Leading the charge IN
GEOTHERMAL RESEARCH
The field laboratory comprises a large volume of hot crystalline granite between two deep directionally drilled wells at around 8000 feet depth below the surface. On site facilities include water, power, offices, broadband internet, which will be required for drilling, stimulation, and injection-production activities. The facility is managed by a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and scientists led by the University of Utah. Partner institutions include universities, national labs, federal and state funded institutions, and private industry.
R&D Opportunities
Through this project, DOE endeavors to facilitate and spur transformative EGS research across the geothermal community, with Utah FORGE at the center, culminating in a set of rigorous and reproducible EGS technical solutions and a pathway to commercial EGS development.
R&D Projects
View R&D data from projects funded through Solicitations issued by Utah FORGE
Data Dashboard
Explore all project and well data categorized by the various Utah FORGE functional areas
Community Outreach
Utah FORGE is dedicated to informing and educating in order to prepare tomorrow’s geothermal workforce through outreach and education of teachers, students, and the public.
Other Resources
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Circulation Experiments at Utah FORGE – Geothermics Peter Niemz
Paper by Peter Niemz et al., (Geothermics) describes seismic observations from the circulation tests at FORGE using only the regional (near-)surface network of the UUSS.
At the Core of Utah FORGE – “A Climate of Hope” — Utah FORGE at NHMU
On November 11, 2023, the Natural History Museum of Utah (NHMU) showcased its newest permanent exhibit: “A Climate of Hope.”
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Known as the volcano snail, iron snail or scaly-foot snail — is a species of snail that lives in hydrothermal vents …
Let’s Connect
For project, contracts and operations, contact Joseph Moore:
utahforge@utah.edu
For Modeling and Simulation Forum information:
utahforge-modeling@utah.edu
For general information, outreach activities and communications:
utahforge-info@utah.edu
For information regarding Solicitations and funding opportunities:
utahforgesolicitations@utah.edu
University of Utah
Energy & Geoscience Institute
423 Wakara Way, Suite 300
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
Phone: (801) 581-5126
