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Mar 23, 2009CanGEA Responds to Canadian Geothermal Underestimate
In a recent draft report on renewable energy in Western North America published by the Western Governors’ Association, the potential for Canadian geothermal power was heavily understated. The report states that there are a mere 244 Megawatts of geothermal power potential in Canada, whereas CanGEA maintains that the correct estimate is in excess of 5,000 Megawatts. In response, CanGEA issued a letter to the committee responsible for the Western Renewable Energy Zones report, with evidence in support of CanGEA’s claim that the correct Canadian Geothermal potential is much higher. The final copy of this report will have implications on new transmission infrastructure in the US, and hence the availability to deliver Canadian geothermal power for export. CanGEA continues to work hard for the benefit of our members and the future of the industry in Canada!
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