Community workshops focus on geothermal energy in Washington

We are leading a geothermal collaborative process to support Washington's transition to clean energy. This effort is bringing together the public, local governments, Tribes, state agencies, utilities and industry to explore opportunities and risks associated with developing geothermal energy in Washington.

This type of clean energy comes from the natural heat inside the earth that can be used to generate electricity.

While there are no geothermal energy projects currently proposed for development in Washington, the process provides an opportunity for early discussions about this potential clean energy source.

We look forward to sharing information and gathering feedback through a new series of in-person community workshops. The events will be held in areas identified by the Washington Geological Survey, housed within the Department of Natural Resources, as having geothermal energy potential:

• Mount Baker
• Mount St. Helens
• Wind River valley south of Mount St. Helens

Public feedback will help us understand:

• Local priorities, needs and values
• Environmental and cultural considerations
• Opportunities and risks related to clean energy development

Learn more and share input at an upcoming workshop

Please join us at any of the upcoming workshops:

• Mount Baker area community Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
• Mount St. Helens area community Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
• Wind River valley area community Thursday, March 5, 2026, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

We will provide light food and drinks and families are welcome to attend. Spanish language interpretation services will also be available.

In addition to the three community in-person workshops, we are also conducting a virtual statewide event: Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

For questions about the state's collaborative geothermal process, please email us at [email protected] or call 360-407-6600.