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Have you ever wanted to raise lobsters in Alberta? Or use renewable electricity that operates 24/7?
Geothermal energy is delivering clean, base-load and low cost electricity in 24 countries as well as heating in 82 countries for fish farms, greenhouses, breweries, and much more! While not yet fully utilized, geothermal energy is an important part of Canada’s energy future, creating new investment and jobs in Canadian communities while also contributing to a cleaner environment for future generations.
We will be in Edmonton, Alberta to host an encore of our Geothermal 101 event that sold out July 23! The event includes an in person presentation by CanGEA's chair and board member of the International Geothermal Association, Alison Thompson, that focuses specifically on geothermal business development opportunities in Alberta. This will be followed by a Q&A and networking. The following topics will be covered:
- Basic introduction to geothermal energy & Alberta's resources
- Different types of geothermal power plants
- Commercial and industrial uses of geothermal heat applicable in Alberta
- The state of Canada's geothermal industry
- Business opportunities globally and nationally
Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM) 2015 Western Region Meeting
Big Sky Country: Partnering with the Alternative Energy Industry
Calgary, AB
Hyatt Regency Calgary
Thursday, September 10, 2015
1:30PM-3:00PM
CanGEA's chair, Alison Thompson, who is also a board member of the International Geothermal Association, will be speaking on the panel for "Partnering with the Alternative Energy Industry". You can read more about the event on their website.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Geothermal (but were too afraid to ask)
How to Enter the Industry
SOLD OUT!
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Geothermal energy is delivering clean, base-load and low cost electricity in 24 countries as well as heating in 82 countries for fish farms, greenhouses, breweries, and much more! While not yet fully utilized, geothermal energy is an important part of Canada’s energy future, creating new investment and jobs in Canadian communities while also contributing to a cleaner environment for future generations.
| On Wednesday September 16 we will be spending the day answering all of your burning geothermal energy questions. We will begin in the morning with discussing the basic technical mechanisms of geothermal heat & power projects and Canadian opportunities, followed by a keynote address presented by Alberta's own Todd Hirsch, and we will focus the afternoon with all things policy related. This is an event you do not want to miss! |  |
Join us to learn how to participate in the endless opportunities presented by geothermal power & heat!
Morning: Geothermal Resource Development & Canadian Business Opportunities
9:00am-9:25am: Geothermal Resource Development (Craig Dunn, chief geologist, Borealis GeoPower)
9:25am-9:45am: Canadian Business Opportunities (Alison Thompson, chair, CanGEA)
9:45am-10:00am: Networking Coffee Break (with Canadian developers and service providers)
10:00am-10:40am: Canadian Geothermal Supply Chain Presentations
11:30am-12:00pm: Networking Coffee Break (with Todd Hirsch and our other guest speakers)
Lunch: Keynote Address
12:00pm-1:00pm: Keynote Address "Alberta's Competitive Advantage", Todd Hirsch, Chief Economist, ATB Financial
Afternoon: How Can Policy Power the Geothermal Industry?
1:00pm-1:15pm: Coffee & Networking Break
1:15pm-2:45pm: Federal & Provincial Tax Enablers in Your Economic Model (Alison Thompson) and Policy Mechanisms to Jumpstart Your Project (Justin Crewson)
2:45pm-3:00pm: Concluding Remarks
9:00am-9:25am: Geothermal Resource Development (Craig Dunn, chief geologist, Borealis GeoPower)
9:25am-9:45am: Canadian Business Opportunities (Alison Thompson, chair, CanGEA)
9:45am-10:00am: Networking Coffee Break (with Canadian developers and service providers)
10:00am-10:40am: Canadian Geothermal Supply Chain Presentations
- Geothermal Drilling - Alex Sarmiento, geothermal driller from the Philippines
- Power Plants - TM Gunderson, Enerpro Engineering
11:30am-12:00pm: Networking Coffee Break (with Todd Hirsch and our other guest speakers)
Lunch: Keynote Address
12:00pm-1:00pm: Keynote Address "Alberta's Competitive Advantage", Todd Hirsch, Chief Economist, ATB Financial
Afternoon: How Can Policy Power the Geothermal Industry?
1:00pm-1:15pm: Coffee & Networking Break
1:15pm-2:45pm: Federal & Provincial Tax Enablers in Your Economic Model (Alison Thompson) and Policy Mechanisms to Jumpstart Your Project (Justin Crewson)
2:45pm-3:00pm: Concluding Remarks
Agenda:
Can't fit the entire day into your schedule? No worries, come to the session that interests you the most.
| Geothermal Resource Development & Canadian Business Opportunities 9:00am-12:00pm Cost: $50 (until Sept. 2) Member price: $40 | How Can Policy Power the Geothermal Industry? 1:00pm-3:00pm Cost: $50 (until Sept. 2) Member price: $40 |
What Else is Happening on September 16?
We will be presenting Canadian Geothermal Engineering Case Studies from 3:00pm to 4:30pm. This session will be open to corporate members only. Interested in becoming a corporate member? email us at [email protected].
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Luncheon Keynote Address: "Alberta's Competitive Advantage"
Presented by Alberta's premier economist - Todd Hirsch
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Attend our Luncheon Keynote Address with speaker Todd Hirsch, Chief Economist for ATB Financial, author and economic commentator. Mr. Hirsch will be discussing the benefits of using Alberta's oil & gas technology to harness geothermal energy to establish Alberta as a world-class leader in the geothermal industry at home and abroad.
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Includes a copy of our newly released report International Geothermal Policy Mechanisms Best Practices: Identifying the Canadian Gap. We recommend reading the sections on government led export. These can be found on pages 56, 67-68, 75 and 91. Can't attend the event, but still want to read the report? Get it here. |
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Biography: Todd Hirsch
@ABeconomist
www.toddhirsch.com
Todd Hirsch is ATB Financial's Chief Economist. He holds a BA Honours in Economics from the University of Alberta and an MA in Economics from the University of Calgary. For over 20 years he’s worked as an economist at Canadian Pacific Railway, the Canada West Foundation and the Bank of Canada. For almost a decade, Todd taught economics at the University of Calgary. He released his first book, The Boiling Frog Dilemma: Saving Canada from Economic Decline in 2012.
Todd provides economic commentary for several Canadian media outlets and is a regular columnist for the Globe and Mail. He currently serves on the Alberta Economic Development Authority, the University of Calgary Board of Governors and is the chair of the Premier's Council on Culture. The federal government honoured Todd for his contribution to the community with the Diamond Jubilee Medal.
He also writes an economic update that is sent to thousands of subscribers around the world everyday. Its called The Owl and you can subscribe at atb.com/economics.
Todd provides economic commentary for several Canadian media outlets and is a regular columnist for the Globe and Mail. He currently serves on the Alberta Economic Development Authority, the University of Calgary Board of Governors and is the chair of the Premier's Council on Culture. The federal government honoured Todd for his contribution to the community with the Diamond Jubilee Medal.
He also writes an economic update that is sent to thousands of subscribers around the world everyday. Its called The Owl and you can subscribe at atb.com/economics.
What else is happening September 16?
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Geothermal (but were too afraid to ask)
Geothermal Resource Development & Canadian Business Opportunities
How Can Policy Power the Geothermal Industry?
Canadian Geothermal Engineering Case Studies (Corporate Members Only)
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How Can Policy Power the Geothermal Industry?
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"Geothermal is the only true baseload renewable energy so a country not capitalising on it would be mad." - The New Zealand Herald
While Canada is one of the 82 countries worldwide using geothermal heat for spas and fish hatcheries, it can be doing so much more. Geothermal energy is used around the world to produce jobs and economic prosperity in regions with geothermal resources. To name a few examples, these videos show geothermal heat being used for greenhouses, fish farms, tree nurseries, and even breweries!
Geothermal energy is also delivering clean, low-cost, baseload electricity in 24 countries, however, not 1 MW of geothermal power is being produced in Canada.
Geothermal energy is also delivering clean, low-cost, baseload electricity in 24 countries, however, not 1 MW of geothermal power is being produced in Canada.
Have you ever wondered why?
We will answer this question and more during a policy session with our chair and policy director. This will be presented in two parts:
- CanGEA's chair, Alison Thompson, who also sits on the International Geothermal Association's board, will present Federal and Provincial Tax Enablers available to other industries, such as oil & gas and other renewables, that improve geothermal energy economics. The information is derived from a horizontal tax scan prepared for CanGEA by our member company DLA Piper.
- This will be followed by a presentation on Geothermal Policy Mechanisms by our policy director, Justin Crewson. This talk will be based on our recently released report, International Geothermal Policy Mechanisms Best Practices: Identifying the Canadian Gap, which is included in registration.
- There will be time allotted for networking with guest speakers, developers, CanGEA members and staff.
| Registration to this event includes a digital copy of our reports International Geothermal Policy Mechanisms Best Practices: Identifying the Canadian Gap and Un-Natural Gas: Alberta's Dirty Substitute to Geothermal Energy. These reports make an excellent pre-read to the event. Can't attend the event, but would like to read the report? Get it here. |  |
What else is going on September 16?
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Geothermal (but were too afraid to ask)
Geothermal Resource Development & Canadian Resource Development
Luncheon Keynote Address: Todd Hirsch
Canadian Geothermal Engineering Case Studies (Corporate Members Only)
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Canadian Geothermal Engineering Case Studies
Economic Modelling of 150+ Engineering Cases
 | Calgary, AB - Remote Dial in option |
Come see CanGEA present results from 150+ Canadian engineering case studies prepared by Enerpro Engineering used to arrive at an expected plant-gate cost $/MWh, for various proposed geothermal power projects across the country.
Also presented will be expected $/MWt for various direct uses of geothermal heat as well as combined heat and power cases.
Results covered will include:
This is also a great opportunity to connect with other CanGEA members and staff.
If you are attending any of the other events taking place on this day, registration is complimentary.
Also presented will be expected $/MWt for various direct uses of geothermal heat as well as combined heat and power cases.
Results covered will include:
- 2 different geological settings
- 5 different plant sizes
- Heat sales of 50°C and 90°C
- Prairies, Mountain, Coastal and Northern regions of Canada
This is also a great opportunity to connect with other CanGEA members and staff.
If you are attending any of the other events taking place on this day, registration is complimentary.
What else is happening on September 16?
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Geothermal (but were too afraid to ask)
Attend part of the day:
Geothermal Resource Development & Canadian Business Opportunities
Luncheon Keynote Address: Todd Hirsch
How Can Policy Power the Geothermal Industry?
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Geothermal Resource Development & Canadian Business Opportunities
SOLD OUT!
Geothermal energy is delivering clean, base-load and low cost electricity in 24 countries as well as heating in 82 countries for fish farms, greenhouses, breweries, and much more! While not yet fully utilized, geothermal energy is an important part of Canada’s energy future, creating new investment and jobs in Canadian communities while also contributing to a cleaner environment for future generations.
Join us to learn about Canadian Geothermal Opportunities and how you can enter into the geothermal market!
Agenda:
- Geothermal Resource Development: brief introduction to geothermal resources, and power and heat production.
- Canadian Business Opportunities. CanGEA's chair, Alison Thompson, will be provide an overview of all of the geothermal heat and power projects currently taking place in Canada. She will explain what is expected moving forward and how you can get in on the action. With drilling anticipated to commence in Western and Northern Canada, things are really HEATING UP!
- Coffee & Networking Break.
- Canadian Geothermal Stakeholders: a number of short presentations given by geothermal stakeholders in Canada. Speakers to be announced soon.
- Geothermal Panel Discussion: Ask our panel, made up of presenters, all of your burning geothermal questions!
- Coffee & Networking Break.
Registration to this event includes a copy of our 2013 Canadian Projects Overview. This is an excellent pre-read to the event. Can't attend the event, but still want to read the report? Get it here.
Click here to Register.
Click here to Register.
What else is happening September 16?
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Geothermal (but were too afraid to ask)
Keynote Luncheon Address: Todd Hirsch
How Can Policy Power the Geothermal Industry?
Canadian Geothermal Engineering Case Studies (Corporate Members Only)
Proudly Sponsored by: |  |
Geothermal 101: Coffee Break & Networking Reception
An Introduction to Geothermal & Canadian Business Opportunities
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Spend your final coffee break of the day with us!
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Geothermal energy is delivering clean, base-load and low cost electricity in 24 countries as well as heating in 82 countries for fish farms, greenhouses, breweries, and much more! While not yet fully utilized, geothermal energy is an important part of Canada’s energy future, creating new investment and jobs in Canadian communities while also contributing to a cleaner environment for future generations.
We will be in Edmonton, Alberta to host one of our famous Geothermal 101 Events! These events have previously sold out in Vancouver and Calgary. The event includes a presentation by CanGEA's chair and board member of the International Geothermal Association, Alison Thompson, that focuses specifically on geothermal business development opportunities in Alberta. This will be followed by a Q&A and networking. The following topics will be covered:
- Basic introduction to geothermal energy & Alberta's resources
- Different types of geothermal power plants
- Commercial and industrial uses of geothermal heat applicable in Alberta
- The state of Canada's geothermal industry
- Business opportunities globally and nationally
See what ATB Financial's chief economist, Todd Hirsch, has to say about geothermal in Alberta
Geothermal Coffee Break
Back by popular demand!
 | Date TBD |
Geothermal energy is delivering clean, base-load and low cost electricity in 24 countries as well as heating in 82 countries for fish farms, greenhouses, breweries, and much more! While not yet fully utilized, geothermal energy is an important part of Canada’s energy future, creating new investment and jobs in Canadian communities while also contributing to a cleaner environment for future generations.
The workshop will include the following topics:
1. Basic Introduction to Geothermal Energy
2. Different Types of Geothermal Power Plants
3. Commercial and Industrial Uses of Geothermal Heat
4. The State of Canada's Geothermal Industry
5. Business Opportunity's Globally and Nationally
1. Basic Introduction to Geothermal Energy
2. Different Types of Geothermal Power Plants
3. Commercial and Industrial Uses of Geothermal Heat
4. The State of Canada's Geothermal Industry
5. Business Opportunity's Globally and Nationally
Everything you need to know about geothermal energy. The workshop will be followed by a Q&A.
For more information, please contact us.
For more information, please contact us.
The Real Cost of Going Geothermal and How Policy Can Make it More Attractive
Back by Popular Demand
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While Canada is one of the 82 countries worldwide using geothermal heat for spas and fish farms, it can be doing so much more. Geothermal energy is used around the world to produce jobs and economic prosperity in regions with geothermal resources. To name a few examples, these videos show geothermal heat being used for greenhouses, fish farms, tree nurseries, and even breweries!
Geothermal energy is also delivering clean, low-cost, baseload electricity in 24 countries, however, not 1 MW of geothermal power is being produced in Canada.
Geothermal energy is also delivering clean, low-cost, baseload electricity in 24 countries, however, not 1 MW of geothermal power is being produced in Canada.
Have you ever wondered why? Is it the cost?
Come see CanGEA present results from over 100 engineering case studies prepared by Enerpro Engineering used to arrive at an expected plant-gate cost $/MWh, for various proposed geothermal power projects across the country.
Also presented will be expected $/MWt for various direct uses of geothermal energy as well as combined heat and power cases.
Results covered will include several different plant sizes and locations, including the Prairies, Coast, Mountains, and the North. Both Hot Sedimentary Aquifer (HSA) and Hot Fractured Rock geologic environments will be assessed.
This will be followed by a discussion with CanGEA’s policy advisor, Justin Crewson, on how other countries are ensuring that their viable geothermal resources do not sit idle, but instead contribute to sustainable economic and social prosperity. He will be presenting results from his recently completed gap analysis on international geothermal policy mechanisms, which will aid Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) towards more successful geothermal Power and Heat Purchase Agreements.
In addition, a horizontal tax scan that has been completed by DLA Piper (Canada) LLP will be presented by CanGEA's chair, Alison Thompson. This presentation will be aimed at highlighting areas of asymmetry between the tax incentives offered to oil & gas, mining and other renewables, in comparison to those available to geothermal developers.
This is also a prime networking opportunity for the emerging geothermal industry.
Also presented will be expected $/MWt for various direct uses of geothermal energy as well as combined heat and power cases.
Results covered will include several different plant sizes and locations, including the Prairies, Coast, Mountains, and the North. Both Hot Sedimentary Aquifer (HSA) and Hot Fractured Rock geologic environments will be assessed.
This will be followed by a discussion with CanGEA’s policy advisor, Justin Crewson, on how other countries are ensuring that their viable geothermal resources do not sit idle, but instead contribute to sustainable economic and social prosperity. He will be presenting results from his recently completed gap analysis on international geothermal policy mechanisms, which will aid Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) towards more successful geothermal Power and Heat Purchase Agreements.
In addition, a horizontal tax scan that has been completed by DLA Piper (Canada) LLP will be presented by CanGEA's chair, Alison Thompson. This presentation will be aimed at highlighting areas of asymmetry between the tax incentives offered to oil & gas, mining and other renewables, in comparison to those available to geothermal developers.
This is also a prime networking opportunity for the emerging geothermal industry.
"Geothermal electricity generation is a mature, baseload generation technology that can provide very competitive electricity where high-quality resources are well-defined."
- International Renewable Energy Agency, January 2015
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