COMPASS Summer School
Advancing Technologies for Superhot Geothermal Energy 

Date: 14 – 15 May 2025 

Location: Reykjavík, Iceland 

Format: In-Person (with select hybrid sessions) – Free of charge

About the Summer School: 

The COMPASS Summer School 2025 is designed for early-career researchers, graduate students, and professionals passionate about geothermal energy. This intensive program focuses on cutting-edge technologies, sustainability strategies, and engineering solutions for superhot and high-enthalpy geothermal energy. 

Participants will engage with experts from the COMPASS project, academia, and the geothermal industry, exploring topics that bridge theory with real-world applications. 

Key Themes: 

• Engineering Innovations for Superhot Geothermal Wells 

• Thermal Stress Mitigation and Well Integrity Solutions 

• Sustainability and Circular Design in Geothermal Projects 

• Environmental & Social Impact Considerations 

• Real-world Case Studies from COMPASS and Beyond 

Programme Highlights: 

•  Interactive Lectures & Seminars 
• Field Visits to Geothermal Facilities  
• Networking Sessions with Industry Experts 
• Student Poster Presentations 

Who Should Apply? 

• Graduate & PhD Students in Geothermal Research, Engineering, Earth Sciences, and related fields 

• Early-Career Professionals in the Geothermal Energy Sector 

• Researchers and Practitioners working on Sustainable Energy Solutions 

Application Deadline: 14 March 2025 (extended!)

Coordinator: Dr. Amel Barich (GEORG – Geothermal Research Cluster)