The German Geothermal Association (Bundesverband Geothermie, BVG) has unveiled details of the Geothermal Energy Congress 2025, set for November 18–20 at the House of Logistics and Mobility (HOLM) in Frankfurt am Main. With a record number of lecture submissions, the event confirms its role as the leading geothermal gathering in the German-speaking region.
Following last year’s congress in Potsdam, the move to Frankfurt brings a wider program of lectures, workshops, panels, a trade exhibition, and networking opportunities. BVG is organizing the event together with the State Energy Agency of Hesse (LEA Hessen), while Fraunhofer IEG serves as scientific partner.
“It is impressive how much interest there is in an exchange on geothermal energy. We thank all partners, sponsors, speakers, and the scientific committee for their support,” said Gregor Dilger, Managing Director of BVG.
Record submissions and international focus
This year’s call for papers drew 270 contributions from 18 countries, covering near-surface to deep geothermal. Topics such as communication strategies and legal frameworks are also featured. English-language sessions remain strong, with the United Kingdom as official partner country.
The UK brings momentum following the establishment of its National Geothermal Centre in 2024, and targets for 2050 include 10 gigawatts of heat, 1.5 gigawatts of electricity, 50,000 jobs, and major CO? reductions.
Regional contributions and excursions
Regional workshops will be hosted by the Hessian Agency for Nature Conservation, Environment, and Geology (HLNUG) and Forum Hessen. Excursions include the Rebstockbad in Frankfurt, the GeoLab in the Odenwald, and the Bruchsal geothermal plant.
The Science Bar will again feature young researchers competing for the BVG Young Scientist Award. Looking ahead, the Geothermal Congress 2026 is set for October 20–22 in Potsdam.
More information and registration: www.der-geothermiekongress.de
