NY-GEO 2026 Recordings, Presentation Decks and Photos
We are pleased to present the curated content from NY-GEO 2026 Brooklyn is now available. You can access the recordings and slide deck materials HERE.
Discover the geothermal installations showcased at the NY-GEO Pre-Conference.
Access the Destination Descriptions HERE .
Tour 1 - The Bloomberg Center & NYCHA
Tour 2 - Pacific Street and The Bloomberg Center
Tour 3 - Pacific Street and St. Vincent Health
DAY 1 • TUESDAY, MARCH 24
8:30 am - 9:30 am
Welcome: John Ciovacco / Aztech Geothermal & NY-GEO Board
Setting the Stage: Donovan Gordon / DHG Consulting & NY-GEO Board
NY-GEO Update: Christine Hoffer / NY-GEO Executive Director
Gold Sponsor Remarks: Susanne DesRoches / Sr. VP Clean & Resilient Buildings, NYSERDA
Day 1 Keynote: Rory Christian / Chair, NYS Public Service Commission
THERMAL ENERGY NETWORKS - Click for details
- Design and Control of Thermal Energy Networks
- North American Utility Thermal Energy Networks (UTENs)
- Global Thermal Energy Network Activity
- Finding Balance with Hybrid Thermal Energy Network Systems
- Thermal Energy Networks vs. Individual Building Conversions
SALON D - Learn About the Speakers HERE
PROJECTS & EQUIPMENT - Click for details
- Geothermal 101: An Introduction to Geothermal Heat Pump Technology
- 2026 GEOSTAR TOP JOB Presentations
- Innovative Domestic Hot Water Approach
- High Temp Heat Pumps for Space & DHW Applications
- Ground Heat Exchanger Design with Modular Reversible Chillers
SALON E - Learn About the Speakers HERE
NY-GEO ANNUAL DINNER • TUESDAY, MARCH 24
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Master of Ceremonies: Christine Hoffer / NY-GEO Executive Director
Welcome: Jack DiEnna / Board Chair IGSHPA
Dinner Sponsor Message: John Thomas / WaterFurnace International
GeoStar Top Job Awards Presentation: Bruce Cole / WaterFurnace International
Golden Tricone Award Presentation: Brock Yordy / Geothermal Drillers Association
A National Perspective: Jeff Hammond / IGSHPA & Ryan Dougherty / GEOExchange Organization
Keynote Introduction: Jens Ponikau / Buffalo Geothermal & NY-GEO Board President
Dinner Keynote: Rich Dewey / President & CEO NYISO
DAY 2 • WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25
8:30 am - 9:00 am
Welcome: John Ciovacco / Aztech Geothermal & NY-GEO Board
Keynote Introduction: Venetia Lannon / Vice President, Con Edison
Day 2 Keynote: Vicki Kuo / Senior VP, Customer Energy Solutions / Con Edison
Moderated by Bill Nowak, NY-GEO Board
DAY 2 PLENARY PANEL DISCUSSION
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Financing the Future of Thermal Energy: Business Models for Scalable Geothermal
This panel explores emerging financing strategies and ownership models, shaping the next wave of geothermal deployment. Panel experts will compare utility owned and developer-owned approaches, examine opportunities for public private partnerships, and discuss how to reduce ratepayer impacts while managing drilling and upfront capital risks. The conversation will highlight long term O&M implications, equity considerations, and the structures best positioned to extend geothermal benefits to disadvantaged communities.
Moderator:
Keith Hayes / Brightcore Energy & NY-GEO Board
Panel:
Adam Barsky / NYPA
Tim Weber / Diverso Energy
Andrew Haser / NYC Energy Efficiency Corp.
Sara Ross / UndauntedK12
Learn About the Panel HERE
BUILDING THE GSHP INDUSTRY - Click for details
- Practical Decarbonization: Balancing Energy Investments & Affordability
- How Will AI Impact the Geothermal Industry?
- Data Centers: How Can Geothermal Counteract Grid & Water Use Impacts?
- Beyond BTUs: Building the Case for kW as the Recognized Thermal Standard
SALON E - Learn About the Speakers HERE
