GeoBridge Deployment Notes
Official OpenEI guidance for standing up the GeoBridge interoperability layer that GeoTGo relies on for structured geothermal data exchange.
Access resourceGeoTGo Informational Database
We are assembling a comprehensive, publicly accessible database of installation guides, training curricula, New Mexico-specific regulatory and incentive references, and curated research artifacts that accelerate geothermal adoption while centering community needs.
Resources are grouped by topic so municipalities, cooperatives, and tribal partners can quickly reach the most relevant guidance.
Installation Instructions
Official OpenEI guidance for standing up the GeoBridge interoperability layer that GeoTGo relies on for structured geothermal data exchange.
Access resourceDOE walk-through for installing the GeoVision data connectors, including prerequisites for secure cloud access to geothermal datasets.
Access resourceTraining Materials
Video workshop series produced with Sandia National Laboratories that covers GeoTGo scenario design and community engagement best practices.
Access resourceGeothermal Rising-led community of New Mexico utilities, tribes, developers, and researchers coordinating policy updates, funding calls, and project collaboration.
Access resourceVolunteer coalition convened by Tom Solomon that unites academia, national laboratories, state agencies, federal offices, developers, and funders to accelerate statewide geothermal deployment.
Access resourceInteractive tutorials that pair GeoTGo notebooks with federal resource datasets for New Mexico basins.
Access resourceInternational Ground Source Heat Pump Association workshops and certifications covering residential/light-commercial design and installation, plus Slinky installation guidance.
Access resourceReference manuals from IGSHPA including Residential and Light Commercial Design and Installation and supplemental field guides.
Access resourceOnline bootcamps and advanced design workshops (many co-developed with IGSHPA) tailored for installers, engineers, and contractors.
Access resourceImmersive multi-week curriculum covering geology, geochemistry, geophysics, and reservoir engineering—useful template for workforce development plans.
Access resourceCompilation of EERE-sponsored fellowships, internships, and training pathways related to geothermal and clean energy careers.
Access resourceHistoric GEA/Geothermal Rising catalog of U.S. universities, degrees, and specialized geothermal programs.
Access resourceMost recent Geothermal Rising guide summarizing current academic programs, research labs, and training centers.
Access resourceYouTube lecture covering exploration strategies and emerging technology demonstrations.
Access resourceRecorded Stanford-style talk unpacking geothermal system design considerations for students and practitioners.
Access resourceSmartTensors & MADS Toolkits
Hands-on tutorial repository that walks through SmartTensors workflows for nonnegative matrix/tensor factorization in geothermal datasets.
Access resourceInteractive workshop materials used at AGU, GSA, Stanford and JuliaCon to demonstrate AI/ML-based geothermal data science.
Access resourceCore Julia package powering GeoThermalCloud features, including prospect scoring and physics-informed embeddings.
Access resourceDocumentation for MADS, our model analysis and decision support framework used for community geothermal planning.
Access resourceInternal-facing cloud playground we use during workshops to showcase live our AI/ML tools for geothermal prospectivity analysis.
Access resourceData Platforms
Official DOE GTO submission portal housing technical reports, well logs, exploration datasets, and automated data pipelines plus AskGDR/AI helpers.
Access resourceNETL-managed portal aggregating geothermal, subsurface, and critical mineral datasets with collaboration spaces for DOE-funded teams.
Access resourceInteractive map (successor to Geothermal Prospector) that fuses heating/cooling, power, and next-gen geothermal datasets for the U.S.
Access resourceGlobal renewable energy explorer with geothermal-friendly data layers, analytics, and technical assistance for planners and policymakers.
Access resourceTechno-Economics & Impact Tools
Open-source Python simulator coupling reservoir, wellbore, plant, and economics to estimate output, costs, and LCOE/LCOH for geothermal systems.
Access resourceSpreadsheet-based Geothermal Electricity Technology Evaluation Model now implemented inside SAM for capital, O&M, and LCOE estimates.
Access resourceNREL’s performance & finance platform whose geothermal module includes GETEM calculations and scenario assumptions for site-specific analysis.
Access resourceCost of Renewable Energy Spreadsheet Tool for evaluating policy incentives and cash-flow structures across solar, wind, geothermal, and AD.
Access resourcePower & Grid Modeling
NREL model with a geothermal module for evaluating plant performance, depth-temperature data, and grid intersections.
Access resourceRegional Energy Deployment System with enhanced geothermal heat pump representation and scenario exploration tied to reV metrics and PLEXOS.
Access resourceMap-based web app for modeling high-penetration energy systems now including templates for hydrothermal, EGS, CHP, and direct-use geothermal.
Access resourceHeating & Cooling Planning
Distributed geothermal simulation platform estimating technical, economic, and market potential for GHPs, thermal networks, and deep direct use through 2050.
Access resourcePhysics-based building stock models (commercial and residential) that now simulate GHP adoption, performance, and benefits across the U.S.
Access resourceRenewable energy integration and optimization tool with district-energy cost modules for evaluating networked GHP life-cycle economics.
Access resourceOpen-source SDK for district-scale energy analysis, now featuring modules for district-connected geothermal heat pump systems.
Access resourcePython package for designing ground heat exchangers with automated borefield selection and sizing for distributed or central GHP systems.
Access resourceDOE’s open-source whole building simulation engine with advanced geothermal heat pump and GHEDesigner integrations for end-to-end modeling.
Access resourcePolicy & Permitting
Regulatory and Permitting Information Desktop Toolkit covering federal/state processes, best practices, and reference material for geothermal projects.
Access resourceStep-by-step playbook for reducing deployment barriers across hydrothermal, EGS, co-production, and low-temperature resources.
Access resourceProject Development
Geothermal Resource Portfolio Optimization and Reporting Technique for assessing risk/return, data gaps, and socio-economic metrics.
Access resourceRegulatory Documents (New Mexico)
The New Mexico Administrative Code that governs drilling, testing, and utilization of geothermal wells statewide.
Access resourceOfficial EMNRD PDF of the act outlining statutory definitions, >250 F well jurisdiction, bonding, and coordination requirements across state agencies.
Access resourceSpecifies that the division shall promulgate and enforce rules for exploration, development, and production of geothermal resources - useful citation for permit narratives.
Access resourceLegislative amendment confirming that certain groundwater applications qualify as geothermal resources, relevant for hydrothermal spas and direct-use systems.
Access resourceClarifies that groundwater above 250 F used for geothermal energy is exempt from State Engineer permitting when operations are non-consumptive and reinjected - critical for community projects safeguarding water rights.
Access resourceDescribes ECMD's permitting workflow for high-temperature wells, links to final rules, and provides application packets for developers.
Access resourceAgency homepage summarizing OCD’s regulatory authority for oil, gas, and geothermal activity, including contact routes and compliance resources.
Access resourceOnline system for filing geothermal applications, sundry notices, and data updates while tracking review status.
Access resourceLegislative testimony confirming OCD’s role in regulating oil, gas, and geothermal projects, highlighting permitting workflows and data needs.
Access resourceOil Conservation Division guidance for submittals, groundwater safeguards, and data reporting for geothermal pilot projects.
Access resourceProcess map detailing required approvals, environmental reviews, and permit sequencing for geothermal wells in New Mexico.
Access resourcePress release outlining 19.2.7 NMAC updates that modernize geothermal leasing on state trust lands and encourage development.
Access resourceOfficial docket with draft language, timelines, and public comment information for the geothermal leasing rule.
Access resourceComplementary federal guidance for geothermal leasing within New Mexico, including coordination pathways with State Land Office rules.
Access resourceSource NM summary capturing stakeholder reactions and implications of the proposed leasing framework.
Access resourceRecent synthesis discussing subsurface potential, direct-use opportunities, and regulatory considerations for statewide deployment.
Access resourceTax Incentives & Rebates
Official IRS page describing the 30 percent credit window (2022-2032) for qualified geothermal heat pump property plus the ramp-down schedule after 2032.
Access resourceStep-by-step guidance for documenting geothermal equipment that meets ENERGY STAR requirements and claiming the credit on Form 5695.
Access resourcePrimary searchable hub for every U.S. renewable and efficiency incentive; filter to New Mexico and choose geothermal technologies for the latest state plus utility offerings.
Access resourceExample DSIRE record covering the Residential Renewable Energy Tax Credit plus links to program forms and contacts; use as a pattern when exporting other geothermal entries.
Access resourceWashington Post reporting confirming that New Mexico opted into and is processing federal home energy rebates, important context when stacking heat pump incentives.
Access resourceState income tax credit that rewards residents and builders for installing ground-source heat pumps and other energy-conserving products.
Access resourceRefundable NM income tax credit up to 30 percent of eligible purchase and installation costs (maximum $9,000) for systems placed in service May 15 2024 through Dec 31 2034 on residential, commercial, or agricultural property.
Access resourceClarifies effective dates (Jan 1 2024 start for costs, Dec 31 2034 sunset) plus eligibility requirements, documentation, and filing steps.
Access resourceAgency overview with links to current conservation and preservation credits, including geothermal ground-coupled heat pump claim form RPD-41346 when released.
Access resourceHB 218 summary noting a refundable corporate income tax credit up to 30 percent of geothermal heat pump costs (capped at $9,000) for systems installed May 15 2024 through Dec 31 2034.
Access resource$0.015 per kWh production credit for electricity generated from geothermal resources to spur utility-scale plants across the state.
Access resourceIncludes midstream instant rebates for heat pumps plus up to $3,000 incentives for efficient new construction with geothermal-ready designs.
Access resourceOffers $70-150 per ton rebates for high-efficiency heat pumps and $300 incentives for heat pump water heaters serving southern NM customers.
Access resourceMember cooperatives such as Socorro and Sierra Electric typically offer about $500 per ton incentives for new ground-source heat pumps; verify availability with your local co-op.
Access resourceEfficiency program portal listing appliance and HVAC rebates; use to coordinate fuel-switching journeys with state geothermal incentives even if rebates target hybrid systems.
Access resourceNew Mexico Manufactured Housing Association roundup linking NMGC and other utility incentives; useful pointer when briefing residents before diving into statutory language.
Access resourceReports & Technical Documents
DOE flagship report quantifying geothermal potential and outlining pathways for equitable deployment.
Access resourceLanding page for USGS's ongoing resource and environmental impact studies with links to datasets, maps, and topical reports.
Access resourceFS 2008-3082 detailing identified and undiscovered hydrothermal resources plus EGS potential across the United States.
Access resourceHistoric baseline for national geothermal resource occurrence and methodology - useful for longitudinal trend comparisons.
Access resourceLatest estimate of roughly 135 GWe from high-temperature, low-permeability formations spanning the Great Basin and neighboring regions.
Access resourceNational map series highlighting high-potential play fairways, with downloadable layers for New Mexico counties.
Access resourceGeothermal GIS gateway aggregating temperature gradients, identified systems, and downloadable map services.
Access resourceAnnual Technology Baseline section summarizing cost and performance trajectories for hydrothermal, EGS, and GHP pathways.
Access resourceNew Mexico Tech project page documenting geoscience investigations, monitoring, and modeling for the Truth or Consequences hot springs district.
Access resourceOpen-file report evaluating long-term geothermal sustainability scenarios for the Truth or Consequences district, hosted on the NM Water Data Catalog.
Access resourceComprehensive technical assessment archived by the NM Oil Conservation Division covering resource characterization and development concepts in Animas Valley.
Access resourceHigh-level synthesis of statewide geothermal opportunities, regulatory considerations, and stakeholder priorities.
Access resourceJoint Project InnerSpace, NM Tech, and NMBGMR roadmap that inventories resources, policy gaps, and deployment pathways; PDF available on the Project InnerSpace resources hub.
Access resourceTechnical findings from Sandia National Laboratories on integrating GeoTGo analytics with district heating pilots.
Access resourceStanford Workshop Releases
Details our latest data-to-decision pipeline upgrades for GeoTGo deployments showcased at the 2025 workshop.
Access resourceCompanion paper describing participatory ML workflows and community safeguarding approaches embedded in GeoTGo.
Access resourceSlides and manuscript chronicling the open-source GeoThermalCloud architecture that powers GeoTGo analytics.
Access resourceWorkshop paper aligning GeoThermalCloud modules with DOE missions and highlighting workflow reproducibility.
Access resourceEarlier Stanford release that introduced NMF-based geothermal prospecting workflows adopted inside GeoTGo.
Access resourceStanford Workshop Presentations
Explains how GeoTGo supports equitable siting, engagement, and policy readiness for local partners.
Access resourceWorkshop presentation that visualizes the NMF feature extraction stack for New Mexico prospects.
Access resourceMudunuru et al. outline the modeling bridge from regional screening to neighborhood-scale implementation.
Access resourceAcademic Papers
Documents the unsupervised learning workflow for identifying geothermal play fairways that is embedded in GeoTGo.
Access resourceShows how groundwater chemistry plus ML accelerates early-phase prospecting for communities similar to GeoTGo pilots.
Access resourceExtends the GeoThermalCloud toolkit to basin-scale mapping with field validation in New Mexico.
Access resourceScienceDirect review summarizing conventional, hybrid, and enhanced geothermal systems plus drilling and utilization strategies.
Access resourceSAGE publication focusing on utilization pathways, efficiency improvements, and techno-economic lenses.
Access resourceScienceDirect overview of stimulation methods, monitoring practices, induced seismicity management, and field performance for EGS.
Access resourceEditorial plus 27-paper collection from Frontiers in Earth Science covering exploration, conceptual models, shallow geothermal, and EGS advances.
Access resourceBlogs & Videos
Regular updates from the Geothermal Technologies Office highlighting funding calls, field data, and success stories.
Access resourceAssociation-run stories from The Heat Beneath Our Feet campaign plus policy and advocacy spotlights from across the industry.
Access resourceState Energy Conservation Office blog covering regional geothermal pilots and tribal collaborations.
Access resourceKQED/PBS educational video explainer on geothermal mechanics suitable for classrooms and community onboarding.
Access resourceCommunity-sourced interviews, site visits, and explainers on emerging geothermal technologies.
Access resourceClean Air Task Force article introducing the 2025 push toward superhot rock demonstrations.
Access resourceWashington Department of Ecology blog chronicling statewide geothermal exploration efforts in 2025.
Access resourceEnvitrace-produced updates from pilots and community workshops.
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