Geothermal Week 2026 - Future Leaders

10th - 15th August 2026 | Taupō

Co-hosted by New Zealand Geothermal Association and Amplify

2026 New Zealand Geothermal Association (NZGA) Future Energy and Innovation Leader Sponsorship

Are you a young professional or tertiary level student passionate about the energy transition and the role of geothermal resources in Aotearoa New Zealand?

The New Zealand Geothermal Association (NZGA) is excited to offer sponsorship opportunities for up to twenty (20) students to attend the 2026 NZGA seminar and New Zealand Geothermal Week events in Taupō between Monday, 10 August to Saturday, 15 August 2026. With a theme focused on Leading the Way with Geothermal, this annual seminar aims to bring together industry leaders, policymakers, academia, and the geothermal community to address the importance of geothermal resources for both national and international energy policies.

As a sponsored Future Energy & Innovation Leader, you will have the chance to engage with industry professionals, senior leaders, and diverse stakeholders, enhancing your leadership skills and sharing your learnings with attendees. Our thanks to Ara Ake and MTL, as due to their generous support the NZGA is able to provide this opportunity.

Each sponsorship package includes coverage for:

Contribution towards travel and/or accommodation costs (see tiering below).
Access to New Zealand Geothermal Week events including the NZGA Winter Seminar and Dinner, selected workshops, and the inaugural Emerging Leaders Breakfast.

The total sponsorship value amounts to over $800

By participating in this sponsorship, you gain access to valuable knowledge exchange opportunities, expand your professional network, and learn more about the wider industry.

To apply for this incredible opportunity, simply complete the application form provided below and submit along with the required supporting document (see below). The application deadline is Friday, 15 May 2026. Successful applicants will be notified by Friday, 5 June 2026.

Join us at the forefront of the energy transition and let your voice be heard. Be part of the 2026 NZGA Seminar and New Zealand Geothermal Week to shape the future of geothermal energy in Aotearoa New Zealand. Apply today!

Candidate Referee:

We require you to supply your referee's details and support statement at the time of application. You can download the required document here, for your manager or supervisor to complete.

Travel & Accommodation Grant:

We are providing equitable travel and accommodation reimbursements, based on the travel requirements for each successful applicant.

Residents of the Taupō Region: $100 reimbursement

Residents of the rest of the North Island: $300 reimbursement

Residents of the South Island and overseas: $500 reimbursement

Terms and conditions:

Previous recipients of New Zealand Geothermal Week scholarships sponsored by the NZGA are not eligible to apply.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and must either be a tertiary student or no more than 10 years into employment at the time of 2026 New Zealand Geothermal Week (10 - 15 August 2026).
For young professionals: a maximum of one applicant per organisation is eligible for this sponsorship.
For students: a maximum of five applicants per tertiary institute are eligible for this sponsorship.

Questions? Email Jess

Sponsorship Application Form

The application deadline is Friday, 15 May 2026. Successful applicants will be notified by Friday, 5 June 2026.

Tell us about yourself:

Name

Contact phone number

Current Employer (if applicable)

Please only complete this section if you are a student:

Name of education provider

Course of study

Year commenced study

Expected year of completion

I am 18 years of age or older.

I have no more than 10 years of employment at the time of the 2026 New Zealand Geothermal Week (10 - 15 August 2026).

Tell us about your motivation:

Please explain in no more than 300 words of your interest in attending the 2026 New Zealand Geothermal Week:

Please explain in no more than 300 words how you will benefit from attendance and participation at the 2026 New Zealand Geothermal Week activities:

Please provide the completed Candidate Referee document here. The blank form is available here and needs to be completed by your manager or supervisor.

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Successful applicants, please note the following:

Travel and Accommodation Sponsorship: To facilitate the reimbursement process, please ensure that you provide us with confirmation documents or receipts for your travel and accommodation expenses. This will enable us to process your sponsorship payment efficiently.
Attendance: We understand that in some cases it might not be possible to attend all of the events provided by your scholarship. Many of these events have limited capacity, and therefore, if you foresee being unable to attend any events, please advise NZGA of any events you might miss.

We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to these requirements. Should you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We look forward to your participation in the seminar and supporting your journey in the geothermal sector.