Unlock the Power Beneath Your Feet
For over 30 years, Blackrock Geoscience has been a pioneer in the geoscience industry, offering comprehensive solutions for geothermal development. From strategic planning to exploratory drilling, we provide the expertise needed to transform natural resources into sustainable energy. Our commitment to excellence and long-term partnerships ensures that we guide our clients every step of the way, unlocking the power beneath their feet.
At Blackrock Geoscience, we believe in the future of geothermal energy as a key to sustainable development. Our multi-disciplinary team works closely with stakeholders and government bodies to advocate for your project and navigate the complex regulatory landscape. We’re here to help you tap into the Earth’s potential and turn it into a renewable energy source that powers the future.
Our Services
Blackrock Geoscience offers turn-key front-end exploration for your geothermal development projects. Our approach is to begin with the end in mind and make sure that our clients have all mineral rights, water rights, water access, zoning and other development requirements when moving forward. We are sensitive to budget needs and take a sensible and careful approach to utilizing project funding. We promote economic feasibility studies early in the exploration process and help identify funding sources and opportunities to take your project to the next level. Our commitment is to help you make the best decisions possible for your project.
Geothermal Resource Assessments
Technical and Economic Feasibility Studies
Geologic Field Mapping
Two-Meter Soil Temperature Probe Surveys
Geochemistry Sampling, Analysis, and Modeling
Geophysical Surveys – Planning, Implementation, and Interpretation
Exploratory Drilling – Planning, Implementation, and Drill Site Supervision
Mud Logging and Well Testing
Conceptual Models
Environmental Assessment and Regulatory Permitting
Public Outreach
Project Advocacy
Our History
Founded in 2006, Blackrock Geoscience was established to drive sustainable energy solutions and pioneering advancements in geothermal development. With over three decades of expertise, our team has contributed to major geothermal projects across the United States and internationally, supporting sustainable development in communities, tribal nations, and private sectors alike. Our president, Lisa Kuscu, P.G., brings a wealth of experience as a licensed Professional Geologist, guiding Blackrock in securing key partnerships, funding, and regulatory approvals for complex, multi-phase projects.
From our early days to today, Blackrock Geoscience has remained dedicated to blending scientific expertise with a commitment to environmental stewardship and long-term client partnerships. Our work continues to evolve, making geothermal energy accessible for a cleaner, more sustainable future.
Active Projects
Self-Contained Geothermal Business Park - Utah
Geothermal Resource Assessment, Nevada
Blackrock Geoscience is engaged in a very large-scale, multi-phase geothermal resource assessment of a blind system which has included initial desktop exploration, two-meter soil temperature probe surveys, geophysical surveys, and exploratory drilling, all aimed at helping a rural community to discover and develop their geothermal resources and promoting local economic development.
Industrial Low-Temperature Geothermal Direct-Use
Blackrock Geoscience is tasked with assisting an industrial facility to help reduce its carbon footprint, promoting green branding, and making its operation substantially more cost-effective by utilizing low-temperature geothermal resources to offset the use of natural gas. Industrial thermal energy demand comprises about one-fourth of the entire U.S. demand. While the geothermal direct-use market in the United States is relatively small, utilizing geothermal direct-use in industrial applications offers a sustainable, zero-emissions alternative to conventional heat sources mostly supplied by high-grade fossil fuels.
