20-Minute Sponsor Hosted Technical Sessions II

Tuesday, October 3 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Naples 3-4

10:00 AM – 10:20 AM: BLUESPARK® Technology: A Clean, Efficient & Effective Solution for Scale Removal

Blue Spark Energy is a trailblazer in the field of wellbore remediation, offering a globally recognized solution known as BLUESPARK® technology. Unlike traditional methods that rely on extensive preparation, logistics, people power, and the use of potentially harmful fluids, toxins, and explosive technology, our innovative approach converts small amounts of electrical energy into high-power impulses precisely at the depth where impediments exist. One of the key advantages of BLUESPARK® technology is its ability to eliminate the need for water, chemicals, or explosives. This not only streamlines the remediation process but also reduces the associated risks and environmental impact. Blue Spark Energy refuses to settle for the status quo. We are driven by a relentless pursuit of improvement, challenging expectations, and shattering conventions in the energy industry. The mission is to bring about a positive impact not only to our clients and their teams but also to the world as a whole.

  • Presented by Blue Spark Energy
  • Chris Graham - Vice President, Sales & Marketing - Speaker

10:30 AM – 10:50 AM: Unrivaled Geothermal Drilling Experience + Dynamic Innovation”

For over 20 years Kenai Drilling has provided geothermal customers with industry-leading, experienced, and state-of-the-art drilling solutions fit for their specific needs, all while maintaining safety and ESG at the forefront of our operations.   

  • Presented by Kenai Drilling
  • Collin Crist - Speaker

11:00 AM – 11:20 AM: Achieving Long-term Success & Flexibility of Operations at The Geysers: The Largest Geothermal Energy Fleet in N. America

This presentation will explore the long-term success of The Geysers, the largest geothermal energy installation located in North America. The Geysers is one of Calpine Corporation’s geothermal fleets that has produced clean, reliable, and renewable geothermal power for decades, with the capacity to produce 725 megawatts of electricity around the clock. The team will share highlights on the history of the Geysers, how the fleet operates, the Toshiba and Calpine partnership, and how the fleet implemented best practices on equipment and on-going maintenance and service. We will also discuss lessons learned over the years, as well as the community involvement that the project has enjoyed.  

  •  Presented by Toshiba America Energy Systems Corporation

11:30 AM – 11:50 AM: Department of Defense Geothermal Project Update

Hear from the Air Force, Army, Navy and DOE with updates of geothermal projects on Department of Defense lands as well as new opportunities for all geothermal technologies.

  • Presented by Department of Defense 
  • Speakers -  Dr. Andrew Sabin - Department of the Navy, Michael Jones - Department of the Army, Chris Murray - Department of the Air Force, Jeff Bowman - Department of Energy