The Geotechnical Engineering for Climate Adaptation and Resilient Environments (Geo-CARE) Laboratory at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is dedicated to advancing innovative geotechnical solutions for resilient infrastructure in the era of climate change. Our core research encompasses the development of sustainable 3D printing materials from locally available soils, analysis of post-wildfire triggered geohazards, and integrated frameworks for the extraction of critical minerals from geothermal brines—efforts which directly support clean energy and resource sustainability. Additionally, the lab investigates CO₂ sequestration strategies within geothermal systems to mitigate emissions and enhance renewable resource utilization, as well as freeze–thaw durability in cemented soils. The Geo-CARE Lab designs and deploys advanced biogeotechnical methods, including AI-driven and IoT-enabled digital twin frameworks for real-time monitoring and data-driven decision-making, optimizing predictive capabilities and engineering solutions.