Join us in Mexico City for the first AAPG Latin America Geothermal Systems Workshop 2026, an interdisciplinary event providing an ideal space for geoscientists, engineers, business development professionals and government agencies to explore the potential for enhanced/engineered geothermal systems and advanced geothermal systems throughout the Americas.
With Support From
Institutional Partner
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Supporting Organization
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Program
The Latin America Geothermal Systems Workshop combines high level panel discussions and keynote talks highlighting best practices and lessons learned with oral and poster presentations featuring geological considerations, technological advances and pilot projects.
The workshop will be held in-person only to facilitate learning, sharing, and open discussion among all attendees.
PANELS:
- Case Histories: Successful Projects and Lessons Learned in the US and Canada
- Technologies to Implement Non-traditional Geothermal Systems
- Potential for Non-traditional Geothermal Projects in Latin America
- Regulatory, and Social Considerations for Geothermal Project Implementation
TECHNICAL SESSIONS:
- Geological Considerations for Project Viability
- Technologies to Implement and Optimize Enhanced Geothermal Systems and Advanced Geothermal Systems
- Co-Production Case Studies and Applications in Latin America
- Associated Lithium Potential in Co-Production Systems
Private Regulatory Agency Meeting hosted by SENER
2:00 pm - 5:00 pmWelcome and Introductions
09:00-09:15Guillermo Alberto Ortiz Lastra, Deputy Director for Geoenergies - Energy Transformation Directorate, Pemex, Honorary Chair
Jorge Marcial Islas Samperio
Secretary of Energy (SENER)
William Shinevar
Department of Energy (DOE)
SESSION I: Geological Considerations for Project Viability
Panel I: Case Histories, Successful Projects and Lessons Learned in the US & Canada
Coffee Break/ Posters
Technical Presentations: Geological Considerations for Project Viability
- Quantifying Fracture Assessment through Integration of Forward Modeling and Machine Learning Application for a Geothermal Source, Ammar Ahmad, SLB
- Maximizing Efficiency and Reducing Risk for Geothermal Sources through Machine Learning Applications, SLB
- Mexico’s Geothermal Exploration Portfolio: Historical Lessons, Persistent Uncertainty, and New Geological-Geophysical Pathways, Luis Alfredo Sánchez Galindo, Geotem Ingeniería
- Geological Controls and Preliminary Viability of a Binary Geothermal Project at the Tacaná Volcanic Complex, Chiapas, Mexico, Valeria Sarai Moreno Cruz, UNAM
Lunch Break
SESSION II: Geothermal Systems Technologies
Panel: Technologies to Implement Non-traditional Geothermal Systems
- Florent Rousset, General Manager, Baker Hughes
- Augusto Carvalho, New Energy Business Development Manager, SLB
- Sam Abraham, Global Technical Advisor – Geothermal, Halliburton
- Patricio Wehncke, Global Director New Energy, Weatherford
Coffee Break/ Posters
Technical Presentations: Technologies to Implement and Optimize Enhanced Geothermal Systems and Advanced Geothermal Systems
- Enhanced Geothermal Systems: Overcoming Critical Subsurface Challenges for Sustainable Energy Development, Juan Almeida, Baker Hughes
- TBD, Roberto Wagner, XGS
- Beyond Downhole Sensors: Integrated Cuttings-Based Geological Intelligence for High-Temperature Geothermal Exploration and Reservoir Characterization, Dave Tonner, Diversified
- Next-Generation Geothermal Systems: Examples from West Texas, Bissett Young, The University of Texas
Welcome and Introductions
09:00-09:15Francisco Javier Maldonado Ramos
Federal Electrical Commission (CFE)
SESSION III: Geothermal Potential in Latin America
Panel: Financial, Regulatory and Social Considerations for Geothermal Project Implementation
- Johanna Gomez, Principal Officer Infrastructure and Energy, Interamerican Development Bank
- Jose Pablo Rinkenbach, Executive Director of Asset Management and ESG, Ainda Invest
Coffee Break/ Posters Visit
Keynote
Shruti Raghuram – Rystad Energy
Panel: Potential for Non-traditional Geothermal Projects in Latin America
- Erica Tavares, Sector Manager, Geosciences in Energy Diversification and Geological Storage, Petrobras
- César Patiño, Subsurface Energy Resources, Ecopetrol
- Eric Luna, Head of Research, Mexican Petroleum Institute (IMP)
Lunch Break
SESSION IV: Co-Production Systems
Technical Presentations: Co-Production Case Studies and Applications in Latin America
- Simulation-Based Assessment of Oil and Geothermal Energy Coproduction Using an Organic Rankine Cycle: From Reservoir Model to Field Pilot Validation – Ecopetrol
- Use of Decommissioned Wells to Generate Electricity from the Thermal Energy of Production Fluids at Ecopetrol S.A. – Ecopetrol
Coffee Break/ Posters
Technical Presentations: Associated Lithium Potential in Co-Production Systems
- Petroleum Brines as a Strategic Lithium Target: Integrated Hydrogeochemical Characterization, Geothermometry and Reactive Modeling in a High-Productivity Oilfield, Fausto Arturo Klimek Albarrán, Pemex
- A Multicriteria Decision-Support Tool for Technology Screening and Project De-Risking of Direct Lithium Extraction in Petroleum Brines, Carlos Alberto Avendaño-Salazar, Pemex
- A Proven Green Chemistry Platform for Lithium Extraction and Production of Superior Battery-Grade Product from Geothermal Brines in Latin America, Luis Gerardo Navarro Tovar, IBC Advanced Technologies
Special Session for Students and Young Professionals
Committee
Baker Hughes
Corporate Director - Mexico and Central America
Pemex Geoenergy Energy Transformation Directorate Pemex
AAPG Latin America and Caribbean Region
Corporate Advisor
Serendipity Exploration LLC
Corpomene
Upstream & Sustainability Lead
DrillPlus Coring Solutions
Business Development Manager
SENER
General Manager of Renewable Energy
EAGE
Regional Development, Americas
West Texas Consulting and Support Services (WTCSS)
Technical Consultant
SENER
Director of Clean Energy Promotion and Development
Instituto de Ingeniería – UNAM, Unidad de Investigación Morelia
Researcher / Secretary of the Board of Directors of the Mexican Geothermal Association 2026-2028
Stratum Reservoir
Global Business Development Manager
SENER
Renewable Energy Strategies Coordinator
UNAM
Postdoctoral Researcher
Pricing & Registration
Includes
- Participation in technical sessions and networking activities
- Program with presentation summaries and presenter bios
- Participant list (only include names and emails for those who provide approval)
- Lunch and 2 coffee breaks each day
Pricing is listed in US dollars and includes tax.
*Member rate applies to AAPG members who have paid their dues for the current fiscal year and employees of Supporting Organizations. Emeritus members are 65 years or older and have been members for 30 years.
**Presenter rate applies to session chairs and presenters accepted for the technical program
+Academic and student rates apply to individuals currently on staff or enrolled at an academic institution.
Early Workshop Registration
Venue
Venue
Barceló México Reforma
Address
Paseo de la Reforma 1,, Ciudad de Mexico, 06030, México
Phone
52-55-51285000Lodging
The Latin America Geothermal Systems Workshop will be held at the Barceló México Reforma in Mexico City.
Check back for information and discounted rates for event attendees.
Barceló México Reforma
Paseo de la Reforma 1,, Ciudad de Mexico, 06030, México
Sponsorship & Exhibition
Sponsorship Levels
| Benefits by Level | Platinum $10,000+ | Gold $7,500+ | Silver $5,000+ | Bronze $2,500+ | Patron $1,000+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recognition as Principal Sponsor on digital flyers | X | ||||
| Complimentary workshop registrations ($US 550 value) | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | |
| Logo on email blasts sent to AAPG members | X | X | |||
| Logo on event schedule distributed to attendees | X | X | X | ||
| Logo on slides projected in session rooms | X | X | X | ||
| Logo on-site signage | X | X | X | X | |
| Early member discount for additional paid registrations | X | X | X | X | |
| Logo on event website | X | X | X | X | X |
Sponsorship Items
| ITEM | AMOUNT |
|---|---|
| Luncheon1 (2 available) | $15,000 |
| Attendee Wi-fi1 (exclusive) | $15,000 |
| Poster Session1 (exclusive) | $10,000 |
| Coffee Breaks1 (4 available) | $5,000 |
| ITEM | AMOUNT |
|---|---|
| Lanyards2 (exclusive) | $10,000 |
| Attendee Bags2 (exclusive) | $7,500 |
| Notepads2 (exclusive) | $5,000 |
| Pens2 (exclusive) | $5,000 |
1 Includes additional on-site signage promoting activity
2 Sponsors to provide items and deliver them to the event venue
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