March Chapter Meeting – Geothermal Heating

Location: Boise City Council Chambers 150 N Capitol Blvd (3rd Floor) Boise, ID 83702

Share ASHRAE Idaho March Chapter Meeting – Geothermal Heating Date: March 15, 2023 Time: 11:45am – 1:00pm . Location: City Council Chambers, Boise City Hall 150 N Capitol Blvd, 3rd Floor Boise, ID 83702 TBD . . Title: Geothermal Hot Water as an Energy Source – What is it? Where is it? How do we use it? The City of Boise Public Works Department oversees the operation of a geothermal heating district that provides clean, carbon free heat to buildings downtown. This is the largest geothermal system in the country heating over 90 buildings/6 million square feet. Join us for a presentation to learn how geothermal is being utilized and challenges buildings face. Speaker : John Gunnerson, PE, Geothermal Coordinator, City of Boise Public Works Department Graduating from BSU in Civil Engineering, Jon has been with the City 15 years and managing the geothermal program for the past 10 years. Jon has played a critical role in growing the system and improving the overall level-of-service to geothermal customers. Familiar with program, Jon will be able to provide insight to Boise’s geothermal history, geology, system operations, uses, regulations, and how this resource aligns with larger climate and carbon reduction goals. Co-Speaker(s) : Brian Emtman, PE, CEM, LEED AP BD+C, Director of Energy and Utilities, Boise State University Bill Carter, PE, CxA, Principal, Musgrove Engineering PA . Looking forward to seeing you there! Register Here FOOD PROVIDED! Tickets $0.00 In-Person Ticket – ASHRAE Member $20.00 In-Person Ticket – Guest / Non-Member $0.00 Virtual Presentation Only – ASHRAE Member $10.00 Virtual Presentation Only – Non-Member