The extreme conditions beneath the earth’s surface are both a challenge and an opportunity. For Ayat Alasadi, they are the foundation of advancing the potential of geothermal energy. A Ph.D. student in the University of Utah’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Ayat has been awarded the Marcelo Lippmann Graduate Scholarship—a prestigious honor given annually to […]
Read MoreWhile geothermal energy is a clean and sustainable power source, its integration on a larger scale presents challenges, including the need for advanced technology to manage geothermal reservoirs, mitigate seismic risks, and address site-specific limitations such as resource location and drilling depth. Additionally, the initial investment costs and the complexities of infrastructure development can hinder […]
Read MoreWhat if Utah could lead the charge in addressing climate change by capturing millions of tons of carbon emissions? What if we could boost local economies and transform rural communities in the process? Thanks to a transformative $35 million in new grants from the Department of Energy (DOE), University of Utah researchers are bringing this […]
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