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.
Nominations for the Ruggero Bertani European Geothermal Innovation Award are open until 03 January 2025! Applications will be evaluated based on originality, innovation, reliability, emission reductions, and improvements in energy output.
IOGP, the international association of oil and gas producers, outlined a series of measures required to create market maturity for geothermal across Europe. They identify three key measures:
The geothermal industry enjoyed growing market development, but the journey from niche to mainstream energy demands a robust framework based on critical components.
Geothermal is our energy. It is a unique renewable energy source providing baseload electricity, heating, cooling, storage, as well as lithium and other mineral extraction. It rests reassuringly below our feet, homes, offices and factories everywhere. With the right political visibility and regulatory frameworks it will become the foundation of the cheap, local, inclusive and rapid energy transition.
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 EGEC Annual Report 2023 provides a comprehensive overview of the organisation's activities for the year and highlights the significant achievements in the European geothermal sector. Published annually, EGEC's Annual Report serves as a crucial document that reflects EGEC's policy achievements over the past year and sets out the main lines of action for the foreseeable future.
The 2024 edition of the Geothermal District Heating and Cooling Days was a resounding success, attracting over 149 attendees from across Europe and beyond. Held in Paris from 9 to 11 September, the event brought together leading experts to explore the latest advancements and innovations in geothermal district heating and cooling.
The 2025 edition of the European Geothermal Congress (EGC) will take place from October 6th to 10th, 2025, at the Zurich Congress Centre, Switzerland. Organized by EGEC Geothermal in collaboration with Geothermie-Schweiz, this event is the perfect platform to share your ideas, research, and experiences with leaders in the geothermal energy field.
EGEC is delighted to announce that the registration for the Geothermal Heat Pump Days is now open.
Great news for businesses keen on championing sustainable energy solutions! Geothermal Heat Pump Days 2024, taking place this October in Dublin, is now open for sponsorships. This prestigious event provides a distinct platform to engage with experts and advocates in the field of heat pump technology for heating and cooling systems throughout Europe.
As energy costs rise and climate action becomes increasingly urgent, innovative solutions are essential. One such solution is Geothermal Heat Pumps, an advanced technology that utilises the Earth's natural heat to provide efficient and eco-friendly heating and cooling for homes and businesses.
EGEC, in collaboration with the Geosmart Project, successfully hosted the Geothermal Power 2024 conference in Brussels on July 3rd. Held at the Hotel Sofitel Brussels Europe, the event attracted over 100 participants, offering a platform for industry leaders, stakeholders, and policymakers to share insights and explore the future of geothermal energy.
Join us in Paris from 9 to 11 September 2024 at the Sorbonne University, for three days of geothermal innovation. You can attend this event by registering before 29 August 2024.
Make sure to mark your calendars and save the date to join us this autumn for this three-day conference exploring the transformative potential of geothermal heat pumps in the pursuit of decarbonised heating and cooling.
EGEC, in collaboration with EuroGeoSurveys, organized an exciting session on geothermal energy during the European Sustainable Energy Week in Brussels. The session was held at the Charlemagne Building (European Commission) and was attended by over 100 people, both in person and online.
The letter, sent on 5th June 2024, recommended the European geothermal strategy and action plan incorporate:
