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
Institutional Partner
Institutional Partner
Supporting Organization
Supporting Organization
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
The call for abstracts is open through June 21. Send your oral and poster presentation proposals to be considered for inclusion in the technical program.
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
Lorena Moscardelli
Bureau of Economic Geology University of Texas at Austin
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
Lunch Break
SESSION II: Geothermal Systems Technologies
Panel: Technologies to Implement Non-traditional Geothermal Systems
Coffee Break/ Posters
Technical Presentations: Technologies to Implement and Optimize Enhanced Geothermal Systems and Advanced Geothermal Systems
Welcome and Introductions
09:00-09:15Francisco Javier Maldonado Ramos
Federal Electrical Commission (CFE)
SESSION III: Geothermal Potential in Latin America
Panel: Potential for Non-traditional Geothermal Projects in Latin America
Coffee Break/ Posters
Panel IV: Financial, Regulatory and Social Considerations for Geothermal Project Implementation
Lunch Break
SESSION IV: Co-Production Systems
Technical Presentations: Co-Production Case Studies and Applications in Latin America
Coffee Break/ Posters
Technical Presentations: Associated Lithium Potential in Co-Production Systems
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
West Texas Consulting and Support Services (WTCSS)
Technical Consultant
SENER
Director of Clean Energy Promotion and Development
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
Submit an Abstract
Are you developing technologies or conducting research focused on geothermal systems? Share your work at the workshop in Mexico City!
The technical program committee seeks oral and poster presentations related to the following topics:
- 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
Workshop presenters, panelists and session chairs receive a $US 200 discount on the registration fee.
Submit abstracts by June 21 to be considered for the technical program.
Venue
Venue
Mexico City, Mexico
Address
Mexico City, México, Mexico
Lodging
The Latin America Geothermal Systems Workshop will be held in Mexico City. Check back for information about accommodations and discounted room rates for attendees.
Mexico City, Mexico
Mexico City, México, Mexico
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