Geothermal

CEGA studies the feasibility of a green hydrogen project utilizing geothermal energy in Chile

January 19, 2024

The Center of Excellence in Geothermal Energy of the Andes (CEGA) of the University of Chile is set to carry out a feasibility study for a green hydrogen project that will utilize geothermal energy. Source: ThinGeoEnergy

Colombia grants first-ever license for geothermal development

January 19, 2024

Colombia has granted its inaugural license for a geothermal energy project to Parex Resources, a Canadian company, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to diversify its energy sources. Source: Reuters

Dominica and Ormat sign agreement for the development of a geothermal plant on the island

December 7, 2023

Dominica entered into an agreement with Ormat and its subsidiaries to develop a 10 MW geothermal plant on the island. Ormat is set to finance the construction, operation, and maintenance of the power plant and geothermal wells for 25 years, while the Dominica government retains ownership of invested wells, lands, and assets. Source: Radio Jamaica […]

Interview: EPM shares their approach to geothermal, and a broader vision for Colombia

November 23, 2023

In this pre-GEOLAC interview, PiensaGeotermia’s news platform interviews Juan Pablo Restrepo from EPM’s power generation group, where he shares perspectives on EPM’s approach to geothermal, and a broader vision for Colombia and the region.

Dominica seeks partners to aid with financing of the island’s geothermal project

October 12, 2023

Drilling and testing has been completed for the Dominica geothermal project in Roseau Valley. Now, the government is looking for new partnerships to help finance the construction of the power plant. Source: ThinkGeoEnergy

TLS Geothermics receives the first exclusive geothermal exploration license in Martinique

October 12, 2023

French geothermal development company, TLS Geothermics was awarded the “Cœur Martinique” geothermal research license, the first of its kind in Martinique. Source: ThinkGeoEnergy

Dominica’s government continues to support the country’s geothermal project

September 14, 2023

According to Dominica’s finance Minister, the government will continue to fund the ongoing development of the geothermal project in the country. Source: ThinkGeoEnergy

INEEL launches tender to contract geothermal well drilling services in Mexico

September 14, 2023

The National Institute of Electricity and Clean Energy (INEEL) launched an International Public Tender, with the help of the IDB, which aims to contract geothermal well drilling services in various geothermal areas in Mexico. Source: Piensa Geotermia