EGEC is currently looking for a full-time communications and administrative assistant (38 hours/week), who is able to work starting from May 2025, for a period of six months with a traineeship contract under Belgian law (“convention immersion professionnelle”) with possibilities for a long-term contract after the traineeship period. The successful candidate will work with our Communications team on our main communication channels, events and activities, as well as tasks related to European projects and membership management. We are looking for a competent and reliable trainee with a demonstrated interest in communications and administration, and a highly proficient level of English. We offer a dynamic and positive working environment in a small team where you can grow and make a difference. See the full announcement

Held every three years, EGC is the premier event for the European geothermal sector, bringing together 1200+ industry leaders, policymakers, researchers and key stakeholders from across Europe and beyond. This week-long congress fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth in the geothermal industry, offering a unique opportunity for hosting organisations to showcase their expertise and leadership in the field.

The Roundtable on Finnish Perspectives on the Renewable Heating and Cooling Market was successfully held, bringing together national stakeholders to discuss pathways to achieving 100% renewable heating and cooling. Organized by the RHC-ETIP platform, the event highlighted key insights and tools to support the sector.

With a letter to Commissioner for Economy and Productivity Implementation and Simplification Valdis Dombrovskis, EGEC provided its answer to a call for feedback by the Platform on Sustainable Finance on the draft report on preliminary recommendations for the review of the Taxonomy Climate Delegated Act and additional technical screening criteria for the EU Taxonomy. 

The European Commission ‘Competitiveness Compass’ released on Wednesday  29 January sent the right signal for the Clean Industrial Deal.  EGEC supports the initiatives set out for ensuring a competitive energy for people and business.  To supply affordable energy, more competition is required on energy markets to supply electricity, heating and cooling, and for storage. 

Brussels, 16th December 2024 – The European Geothermal Energy Council (EGEC) is delighted with the Hungarian Presidency for initiating the proposal and to all Member States for adopting today the Council conclusions.