A logical next step in verifying the viability of emerging oil shale technologies in the United States is an engineering-scale demonstration. A joint industry-government study recently completed for a proof-of-concept demonstration at Colorado Tract C-b revealed the cost and benefits of such a demonstration using modified in situ (MIS), circulating fluidized bed combustion (CFBC) and above ground retorting (AGR) processes. A partnership between industry and local, state, and federal governments is being proposed to carry out the program.