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Ecopetrol, Baker Hughes, and Grupo EPM’s Caldas Hydroelectric Power Plant (CHEC) partner to study the feasibility of a geothermal energy project in Colombia
March 17, 2023
Ecopetrol, Baker Hughes, and Grupo EPM’s Caldas Hydroelectric Power Plant (CHEC) signed an MoU to study the potential for a geothermal plant in Nereidas Valley, located in the department of Caldas, Colombia. Source: Portafolio
Argentina conducts social and environmental studies for proposed 5 MW pilot geothermal project
February 15, 2023
Social and environmental studies are currently underway in Argentina for the proposed 5 MW pilot geothermal plant in the area of the Domuyo volcano. Source: ThinkGeoEnergy
Grenada currently in exploratory phase of geothermal drilling
February 15, 2023
Grenada is actively exploring its prospects for wind, solar, and geothermal energy. They are currently in the exploratory phase of geothermal drilling. Source: Caribbean Loop News
22 geothermal exploration permits currently active in Mexico
February 15, 2023
According to the Secretariat of Energy of Mexico, 22 active geothermal exploration permits are currently active in the country, the majority in Baja California. Source: ThinkGeoEnergy
A new geophysical imaging technique aims to develop a more comprehensive method to image geothermal resources in Guadeloupe
February 1, 2023
A new geophysical imaging technique that can be used terrestrially and in marine environments is being tested in Guadeloupe. The INTERREG project aims to develop a better method to image the geothermal resources on the island. Source: ThinkGeoEnergy
The St. Kitts and Nevis geothermal project moves forward with drilling after receiving US$17 million in funding from the CDB
January 18, 2023
The St. Kitts and Nevis geothermal project progresses after receiving US$17 million in funding from the Caribbean Development Bank. The project is currently in development and has began drilling. Source: St Kitts Nevis Observer
Polaris announced the completion of construction, testing, and initial operation of its 10.4 MW geothermal binary power plant in Nicaragua
January 18, 2023
Polaris Renewable Energy announced they have completed the construction, testing, and initial operation of a 10.4 MW geothermal binary power plant. They achieved full capacity during testing on New Year’s Eve. The project is located at the San Jacinto geothermal project in Telica, Leon, Republic of Nicaragua. Source: ThinkGeoEnergy
CDB approves US$17 million in financing for geothermal project in Nevis
December 22, 2022
The CDB approved US$17 million in financing for the development of the geothermal project in Nevis. The project’s aim is to reduce electricity costs and carbon emissions, and increase energy security. Source: Caribbean News Service
St. Kitts and Nevis announce new plans for geothermal project
November 3, 2022
The St. Kitts and Nevis government has announced new plans for a geothermal project that will help push forward the island’s energy security agenda. The geothermal project will add to their renewable energy mix. Source: Caribbean National Weekly