GNS Science is taking its geothermal energy expertise to Chile next week where it will run workshops in computer modelling of geothermal fields for the geothermal industry in Chile. The Chileans have asked for the two three-day workshops to learn to use a New Zealand-developed three-dimensional modelling software that improves the efficiency of developing and … Continue reading New Zealand expertise to help with geothermal energy development in Chile
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Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Planning to Pursue Geothermal Energy
The government of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is pursuing a variety of green energy sources, particularly geothermal, according to Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves. The Prime Minister was speaking this week following his return from a series of overseas engagements in the Middle East, including the World Energy Forum. One of those energy sources could … Continue reading Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Planning to Pursue Geothermal Energy
Continue readingNew Zealand scientists to help develop Philippine geothermal energy
Geothermal energy development was one of a number of areas of improved cooperation, including defense, tourism, and trade, which were discussed during the two-day state visit of Philippines President Benigno Aquino to New Zealand this week. New Zealand’s Institute of Geological and Nuclear Sciences (GNS Science) will conduct viability reviews of the Philippines’ Energy Development … Continue reading New Zealand scientists to help develop Philippine geothermal energy
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Geothermal energy, efficiency and development
While geothermal energy production in Italy is reaching new unprecedented results, Enel Green Power is still investing and studying new solutions, following a development plan at a global level. Enel Green Power keeps on studying new ways to generate electricity from renewable sources, especially in the geothermal sector. IN 2011 electricity production from geothermal sources … Continue reading Geothermal energy, efficiency and development
Continue readingInternational geothermal energy gathers in Reno
More than 2,000 business and policy leaders from over 20 countries came together in Reno last week for the GEA Geothermal Energy Expo 2012, the world’s largest gathering of the geothermal business community. The GEA Expo, hosted by the Geothermal Energy Association (GEA), featured 166 exhibitors showcasing the latest in geothermal technological advancements. This year … Continue reading International geothermal energy gathers in Reno
Continue readingChina’s geothermal energy equal to 860 trillion tonnes of coal equivalent
The figure is based on a new evaluation of geothermal energy resources buried 3,000 to 10,000 meters below 287 cities, 12 sedimentary basins and 2,562 hot springs. China’s geothermal energy resources amount to 860 trillion tonnes of coal equivalent, an amount 260,000 times greater than China’s annual energy consumption, according to newly issued statistics from … Continue reading China’s geothermal energy equal to 860 trillion tonnes of coal equivalent
Continue readingNew Source of Geothermal Energy in Western US
Discovery of a new type of geothermal energy resource in Utah offers hope for significantly more potential across the western U.S., and a boost in geothermal power production. In this wind-whipped region of west central Utah lies a volcano, a literal hotbed of geothermal energy that has the potential to erupt with cheap, dependable power … Continue reading New Source of Geothermal Energy in Western US
Continue readingMHI Receives Order from CFE, Mexico, For 50 MW Geothermal Energy Plant
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), jointly with Mitsubishi Corporation, has received a full turnkey order from Comision Federal de Electricidad (CFE) of Mexico to build a 50 MW (megawatt) geothermal power generation plant at its Los Azufres III power station. The power plant, which is slated for completion in December 2014, represents the 12th geothermal … Continue reading MHI Receives Order from CFE, Mexico, For 50 MW Geothermal Energy Plant
Continue readingGeothermal Energy in New Zealand
New Zealand has one of the biggest geothermal industries in the world, along with the highest geothermal energy production capacity globally. With fossil fuels fast depleting, various countries are incessantly relying on their natural resources for quenching their demand for energy and New Zealand is no different from them. Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ggb5r5/analyzing_geotherm) has announced … Continue reading Geothermal Energy in New Zealand
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Geothermal energy in the US has the potential to have an installed capacity of 100,000 MW
To reach the point where geothermal energy makes up 10 – 15 percent of the nation’s power, significant investments in the technology will be needed. But according to Anderson, the investment is sound: “Once geothermal plants are live, the power is predictable. And predictable power is what we want.” Geothermal energy in the United States … Continue reading Geothermal energy in the US has the potential to have an installed capacity of 100,000 MW
Continue readingGeothermal energy in Philippines
The geothermal energy industry in the Philippines is quite a huge one. In fact it is the largest producer of geothermal power in all of Asia-Pacific. Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/5gvdzd/analyzing_geotherm) has announced the addition of the “Analyzing Geothermal Power in Philippines 2012” report to their offering. The country ranks second in the world in terms … Continue reading Geothermal energy in Philippines
Continue readingGeothermal Energy in the Region – Asia Pacific
The international demand for geothermal energy is heating up. Asia Pacific, host to the world’s top producers of geothermal power, is poised to see significant growth as geothermal energy emerges as a viable source of green, reliable and cut-rate power. While past geothermal usage is minimal, the region is expected to see a boom kindled by the convergence of the following … Continue reading Geothermal Energy in the Region – Asia Pacific
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ONGC to harness geothermal energy in South Cambay basin
Talboom, the joint venture partner for the project will provide technical know how for the project, the official said adding the Belgian company has track record of harnessing geothermal energy in Europe. Geothermal electricity generation (electricity generated from geothermal energy) is currently used in 24 countries, while geothermal heating is in use in 70 countries. … Continue reading ONGC to harness geothermal energy in South Cambay basin
Continue readingGeothermal energy mark new era in Rwanda
EVWIND The government is also committed to increase various forms of renewable energy including solar, wind, biomass and hydro sources by 50 percent by 2020. In an attempt to improve access to modern energy services, the Rwandan authorities are looking to exploit geothermal power associated with solar energy plants in a move to promote … Continue reading Geothermal energy mark new era in Rwanda
Continue readingSimbol Materials Receives 2012 Geothermal Energy Association Special Recognition Award
The Geothermal Energy Association recognizes leaders in geothermal development at National Geothermal Summit. Simbol Materials received a Special Recognition award from the Geothermal Energy Association (GEA) for making significant contributions to the geothermal industry. Simbol Materials is commercializing transformative technology to extract lithium, manganese, zinc and other critical materials from the brines of geothermal power … Continue reading Simbol Materials Receives 2012 Geothermal Energy Association Special Recognition Award
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Developing Wind Power, Solar Energy, and Geothermal Energy on Public Lands
“We appreciate the extensive efforts of Secretaries Chu and Salazar and the Departments of Energy and Interior on the Solar PEIS and we look forward to developing our next generation of utility-scale concentrated solar power projects to provide utilities with clean, sustainable and reliable solar energy.” Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah—the “Four … Continue reading Developing Wind Power, Solar Energy, and Geothermal Energy on Public Lands
Continue readingACI’s Global Geothermal Energy Summit 2012
On the 19th & 20th September 2012, the world’s leading experts from the geothermal sector will be gathering in Reykjavik, Iceland for the annual ACI’s Global Geothermal Energy Summit. An exclusive panel of speakers, including the senior representatives from: Axpo | New Energies, Geothermie, ElectraTherm Inc. , Reykjavik Geothermal, Daimler AG, Mercedes-Benz Werk Rastatt, AltaRock … Continue reading ACI’s Global Geothermal Energy Summit 2012
Continue readingVanuatu gives green light to geothermal energy
An Australian geothermal energy developer has been given the green light to produce geothermal power on Vanuatu’s main island. Kuth Energy has been given government consent to establish at least two four megawatt geothermal power plants on Efate, which will displace the current reliance on diesel-based power. Kuth Energy’s Managing Director, David MacDonald says the … Continue reading Vanuatu gives green light to geothermal energy
Continue readingGovernment support for the UK geothermal energy falls short of requirements
Despite the relatively low-cost projections of increasing the level of support to five Renewables Obligation Certificates (ROCs) due to the low level of expected generation in the UK, the banding review has decided to leave support levels at two ROCs. This may largely be due to the fact that the UK can benefit from the … Continue reading Government support for the UK geothermal energy falls short of requirements
Continue readingGeothermal energy plant in Nevada begins operations
Ormat Technologies Inc. (NYSE: ORA) said that its 30 MW McGinness Hills geothermal energy plant in Lander County, Nev. began commercial operations on July 26. The plant has been generating electricity since June 15 and NV Energy (NYSE: NVE) is purchasing the output under a 20-year power purchase agreement. The geothermal power plant features the Ormat … Continue reading Geothermal energy plant in Nevada begins operations
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