[Bldg-sim] Fw: [Building Simulation Users Group] Low Temperature Geothermal Systems

Mon Sep 15 09:50:27 PDT 2025

Hello All,

Apologies for the late notice. Our next BSUG is this Wednesday, September 17th. We are hosting Carter Johson who will be speaking on Low-Temperature Geothermal Systems.

This presentation will focus on ambient to low temperature geothermal systems and thermal energy networks. It will begin with a quick review on how heat pumps work, the advantages to using them over traditional HVAC systems, then an in-depth description of the various ways they are coupled to the subsurface. This will include open loop, closed loop, novel technologies, and how to decide on the technology depending on local geology. This section will also briefly touch on low temperature systems and direct use technology.

The second portion of the presentation will widen the scope and explore the various ways geothermal systems can be connected to thermal energy networks. It will cover additional technologies/techniques used to store thermal energy, shave peak loads, and connect various sources and sinks. Last, this section will include two examples of thermal energy networks that utilize the techniques discussed in this presentation.

To register for the online webinar please see below or use this link: https://uidaho.zoom.us/meeting/register/HgRvZJPHTdS949CoGo6nTQ

Sincerely,

DYLAN AGNES, M.ARCH

Research Scientist II

University of Idaho – Integrated Design Lab

322 E. Front St. Suite 360 Boise, ID. 83702

dagnes at uidaho.edu – www.idlboise.com<http://www.idlboise.com/>

W - 208.364.4622

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Subject: [Building Simulation Users Group] Low Temperature Geothermal Systems

Low Temperature Geothermal Systems Target Audience: Engineers, Architects, & Simulationists Date and Time: September 17th, 2025 – Noon to 1: 00 p. m. MT Location: Idaho Water Center - Room #250 322 E. Front Street Boise, ID 83702 Parking: 

Low Temperature Geothermal Systems
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Target Audience:

Engineers, Architects, & Simulationists

Date and Time:

September 17th, 2025 – Noon to 1:00 p.m. MT

Location:

Idaho Water Center - Room #250
322 E. Front Street Boise, ID 83702

Parking:

Parking is available underneath the building or in the adjacent parking garage.
The first hour of parking is free, each subsequent hour is $1.00.

Registration:

To Register for In-person Attendance* Click Here<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://forms.gle/nL9ydsGHGjFXTXgF9__;!!JYXjzlvb!kFB3mWVfsn72pX7dHG2i6IaWJ5BQG6LW4uG43oXz-uas4-UFYi0y0ZpjY2E0eEGhSQqoAOeHvaC7cL6t-sTK$>;
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*FREE LUNCH provided to in-person attendees registered 24 hours in advance

Description:

This presentation will focus on ambient to low temperature geothermal systems and thermal energy networks. It will begin with a quick review on how heat pumps work, the advantages to using them over traditional HVAC systems, then an in-depth description of the various ways they are coupled to the subsurface. This will include open loop, closed loop, novel technologies, and how to decide on the technology depending on local geology. This section will also briefly touch on low temperature systems and direct use technology.
The second portion of the presentation will widen the scope and explore the various ways geothermal systems can be connected to thermal energy networks. It will cover additional technologies/techniques used to store thermal energy, shave peak loads, and connect various sources and sinks. Last, this section will include two examples of thermal energy networks that utilize the techniques discussed in this presentation.

Bio:
Carter Johnson, Geothermal Scientist
Carter is a geoscientist who has specialized expertise in geothermal systems. Carter received a Bachelor's of Science of Brigham Young University-Idaho with a minor in Geographic Information Systems. He also completed an M.S in Sustainable Energy Science with a special focus in geothermal systems where he specialized in numerical and chemical modeling of high temperature geothermal reservoirs. Carter has undergone rigorous geothermal-specific training and carries a broad set of skills. He has technical expertise in a variety of geothermal issues including well design, powerplant design, life-cycle assessments, numerical reservoir simulation, reactive transport modelling of reinjection fluids, and energy markets/economics. He currently works as the chief scientist for Egg Geo LLC.

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