2025 Annual Meeting

About the Event

📅 June 24–25, 2025
đź“Ť Salt Lake City, Utah
Hosted by CUSP-West and the University of Utah

The CUSP of the Western U.S. is excited to host its final Annual Meeting in Salt Lake City. This event is a unique opportunity for stakeholders across academia, industry, and government to gather, reflect on key accomplishments, discuss pressing challenges, and shape the future of CCUS in the West.

Register

REGISTRATION

We look forward to welcoming you in Salt Lake City for this important gathering that will help shape the future of CUSP and advance CCUS deployment across the western United States. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation and the solution. See you in Utah!

Draft Agenda: CUSP 2025 Agenda

Attendee Guide: CUSP 2025 Attendee Guide

We’re excited to offer two additional events during the conference:

  1. Utah Core Research Center Tour – Will you be attending the guided tour of the Utah Core Research Center on June 24th? This is a great opportunity to explore one of the largest and most complete collections of geologic core in the United States.

  2. Final Report Writing Session – Will you be joining us for a collaborative writing session on June 26th at the SLC Marriott University Park (Connor Room, 1st Floor)? This session will support the development of our final project report and give attendees a chance to contribute ideas and feedback.

If you plan to attend either event, please let us know by signing up using the following link: https://forms.gle/mc5QJQ4TahSBWjKGA

Sign-ups close at the end of the day on Monday, June 9th — no exceptions.

Why Attend?

  • The CUSP region leads the nation in CCUS deployment activity

  • Connect with leading institutions and industry partners

  • Explore the path forward for carbon capture, storage, and transport

CUSP represents over 20 institutions, including:

  • National labs like Los Alamos, Sandia, and INL
  • Universities such as New Mexico Tech, University of Utah, and Stanford
  • Geological surveys and research centers across 14 states
  • Industry Partners
Become a Sponsor

Support the event and gain visibility across the CCUS ecosystem.


Sponsorship range from $500 to $5,000+, including diverse benefits. Reach out to learn more.

Annual Meeting Overview

This year’s event will:

  • Highlight CUSP’s regional accomplishments

  • Address regulatory progress and Class VI primacy

  • Feature industry perspectives on deployment

  • Lay out next steps for a sustainable CUSP

Accommodation

We are excited to host you in Salt Lake City, Utah. To ensure your stay is comfortable and convenient, we recommend staying at the University Guesthouse.

You can call and ask for the “Campus Visitor” rate, which is $180 for a single king, $185 for a double double, or $190 for a double queen. Reservations will be solely based on availability.
 
Please make guesthouse reservations at the following link: University Guesthouse Reservations or call 801-587-1000. More information here.

Parking

Parking is included with your room reservation at the University Guesthouse. One vehicle per room is allowed. If you require an extra parking spot, there will be an additional $10 daily charge.
 
We look forward to seeing you at the conference!
Networking
One of the most valuable takeaways from any conference is the new relationships and contacts
made through networking.

Joins us to meet individuals from the 14-state partnership, cross-cutting industries and national
organizations will participate in this annual event, including representatives from industry regulatory
and public policy organizations, governmental officials, and internationally acclaimed scientists
leading pioneering CCUS research and applied projects.
Open Forum
We aim to provide an open forum environment where current issues and ideas related to the
CCUS industry are shared.

The event will offer participants the chance to engage in candid discussions about CCUS challenges and
brainstorm solutions with some of the nation’s top CCUS researchers.

Exhibitor/Sponsor
Expand your visibility and customer base. Get in touch with CCUS scientists, researchers, industrials and decision makers of the westerns U.S.
Contact us to become a Sponsor
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