On behalf of the Program Committee, you are invited to Geo-Congress 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah—a milestone event marking 30 years of excellence in geotechnical engineering. Returning to where it all began, this conference will bring together industry leaders, researchers, and practitioners to showcase innovations, address critical challenges, and advance knowledge in geotechnical engineering.
Attendees will engage with diverse topics through technical sessions, panel discussions, workshops, and short courses. Key themes include Geotechnical Engineering in Extraterrestrial Environments, Earthquake Engineering in the Mountain West, Mining Tailings, Landslide and Rockfall Analysis, and advancements in lightweight geo-materials.
Discover, learn, and collaborate in an environment dedicated to driving progress in geotechnical tools, technologies, and techniques.
Top Reasons to Attend
- Strong Local Industry Presence: Utah boasts a vibrant geo-professional community with significant local engagement.
- A Must-Visit Destination: Utah offers incredible food, art, cultural attractions, and the world-renowned “best snow on earth.”
- Innovative Industry Leadership: The Utah Department of Transportation is a trailblazer in alternative project delivery, providing unique insights into geotechnical challenges, innovations, and risk management.
- Professional Development Opportunities: Earn PDHs through engaging technical sessions, technical tours, and inspiring keynote presentations.
- Unmatched Networking: Connect with the ASCE Geo-Institute community – your favorite peers and leaders in the field.
Target Audience
- Geotechnical Engineers: From students to emeriti, academics to practitioners, staff engineers to executives, including professionals from departments of transportation and consulting firms.
- Structural Engineers: Those who enjoy collaborating with geotechnical engineers or value the powerful synergy between disciplines will find our infrastructure-themed sessions especially relevant and engaging.
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Director's Cut
Get to know Shideh Dashti of the University of Colorado-Boulder on Director’s Cut, the show where G-I Director Brad Keelor interviews Geo-Institute members! Shideh is the Technical Chair of the Geo-Congress 2026 program committee!