Stanford ESE Alumni Spotlights

ESE & Beyond 

The skills learned within the Energy Science & Engineering department have wide application and can prepare you for success in any field. These are the stories of some our distinguished alumni.

ESE Alumnus, Jack Norbeck, is a former Stanford Geothermal student who went on to found Fervo Energy, a company at the forefront of innovation. His company was featured as part of the 2026 Stanford Sustainability Forum along with other Stanford energy alumni entrepreneurs making a real impact and creating saleable solutions. Watch the Video to learn more about how Fervo Energy is leading the industry.