University of Alaska Fairbanks
814 Alumni Drive • P.O. Box 755910
Fairbanks, Alaska 99775-5910

Dr. Mink is a research professor with ACEP. The mission of the center is to foster innovative solutions to Alaska ’s energy challenges through applied research at the University of Alaska . Dr. Mink’s major focus is with developing Alaska ’s geothermal energy resources as a viable base-load renewable energy for Alaska .

Dr. Mink recently joined ACEP after retiring from the USDOE as manager of the geothermal technology program. His previous expertise involved directing a water and energy institute and hazardous waste remediation center at the University of Idaho . Dr. Mink is also on the board of directors for U.S. Geothermal and serves on the earth resource committee for the national academy of science. He received a MS in Geohydrology and a PhD in Geology from the University of Idaho .