The European Geothermal Energy Council (EGEC), in partnership with the French Association of Geothermal Professionals (AFPG), is launching a call for contributions to the Geothermal District Heating and Cooling Days 2024! Taking place in Paris, Europe's vibrant district heating hub, this event promises to be a cornerstone in the transition to geothermal district heating and cooling. Scheduled from 9 to 11 September 2024, the event will bring together experts, researchers and practitioners to exchange views and showcase innovative solutions.
On April 24, Invest-NL, the National Promotional Institute of the Netherlands, released a report to explore opportunities for scaling geothermal energy in the Netherlands. This report, prepared by EGEC and WEP, delves into the geothermal landscape, focusing on key European countries including Germany, Denmark, and France, to provide invaluable insights for the market in the Netherlands.
The European Geothermal Energy Council (EGEC) and Geothermie-Suisse are delighted to announce that the European Geothermal Congress (EGC) will be held on 6-10 October 2025 in Zürich, Switzerland.
EGEC welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the Commission’s guidelines on designating renewables acceleration areas (RAAs) and highlight the following: Need for a fair evaluation of geothermal-based electricity A higher use of non-price criteria is needed Need for renewable energy auctions by technology Read the full EGEC Response. See EGEC factsheet on Auctions to deploy geothermal.
EGEC welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the Commission’s guidelines on designating renewables acceleration areas (RAAs) and highlight the following: Read the full EGEC Response.
EGEC welcomes the Commission's effort to assess the state of public funding and the capacity of EU countries to increase the uptake of private investment in energy efficiency. We firmly believe that geothermal energy can give a great contribution towards this objective.
MAY
15-17
SEEnergy, an international conference and trade expo, will be held on May 15 and 17, 2024. Every two years, we will assess the countries of Southeast Europe’s progress in the area of green transition, systematically examine the challenges they face, and encourage discussions on how to overcome them. We will also present recent developments in technology and legislation and offer comparative examples of best practices across countries. The involvement of state agencies, institutions, energy companies, and other stakeholders involved in the organization demonstrates the importance of the green transition in Slovenia. EGEC Members: Get a Discount! A special perk: EGEC Members get a 20% discount. Do you want to know more? Contact us at events@egec.org and receive your discount! Want to become a member? Membership of EGEC is open to private and public bodies. Find out more. More information.
MAY
28
Geothermal energy, known for its consistent and reliable nature, can become a valuable counterpart to intermittent renewable energy sources like solar and wind. Geosmart investigates technological and operational aspects, highlighting geothermal’s flexibility benefits to the energy system. Join us as we unveil two demonstration sites showcasing technology tests conducted in Germany and Turkey. Additionally, we will present findings from the comprehensive mapping of geothermal stakeholders in Iceland. This will include insights into their specific needs and preferences concerning flexibility solutions, focusing on the innovative offerings provided by Geosmart. The event is free of charge, open to the public, and will take place at 13:00 on 28th May 2024 at Ríma, Harpa, Reykjavik. Limited seats, first come, first served. More information.
MAY
28-30
During the last decade, The Iceland Geothermal Conference (IGC) has been one of the most attended events in the geothermal world and now we are scheduled for the 5th time at Harpa in May 2024. The host and owner of IGC is the Iceland Renewable Energy Cluster and its members. This prestigious event serves as a platform for exploring new opportunities and diverse options presented by the geothermal sector’s development and point out the importance of its diversity. Are you ready to embark on a journey towards a cleaner, more secure, and prosperous future? IGC2024 will explore how geothermal solutions are not only zero. Be part of the discussion as we pave the way for a cleaner and more efficient future in heating, cooling, and urban living. The 5th Iceland Geothermal Conference invites you to explore the limitless possibilities of geothermal energy as we collectively recreate our tomorrow. Register now! EGEC Members: Get a Discount! A special perk: EGEC Members get a 20% discount on registration. Do you want to know more? Contact us at events@egec.org and receive your discount! Want to become a member? Membership of EGEC is open to private and public bodies. Find out more.
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