Geothermal energy is able to deliver sustainable, reliable and competitively priced electricity in 24 countries as well as heating in 82 countries! 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.
CanGEA will give a presentation at the SAIT Geoscience Career Development Club. The presentation will cover 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 opportunities globally and nationally Details: When? Monday, February 22, 2016 - 4:00 to 5:00 PM Where? SAIT Polytechnic - MC312(map) This event is exclusive for the members of the SAIT Geoscience Career Development Club. Join CanGEA for this workshop with the federal government on how to use the existing tax code to finance geothermal projects. Also learn what tax measures CanGEA is working on with the new federal government to bring parity to the geothermal industry versus other renewable and conventional energies. This workshop is for our corporate members only and will be free of charge. Members are encouraged to submit specific questions to CanGEA in advance so that the government may prepare an answer for discussion at the workshop. If you are an individual, student or senior member or one of our Geothermal Ambassadors, you can upgrade your membership. Please send us an e-mail for details. When? March 9, 1:30pm - 4:30pm Agenda: 1:30 - 2:30 - Class 43.1/43.2/CRCE presentation (class 43.1 Secretariat Engineer) 2:30 - 3:30 - Technical discussion on geothermal resource development (CanGEA members and Secretariat) 3:30 - 4:30 - Policy changes sought with Finance Canada, etc. (CanGEA members) Where? Calgary, AB, Canada If you are not able to attend in person, a teleconference call-in is possible. Please contact us for details. CanGEA invites all corporate members for a update on federal, provincial and territorial policy. The policy update will be given by CanGEA's chair, Alison Thompson.
When? February 1, 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm (Mountain Standard Time) How? Click here to send us an e-mail with your name, company name and telephone number. We will open the teleconference and call you! This event is for our corporate members only. If you want to participate but are not a corporate member yet, you have a chance to do become a member here. If you are an individual member and want to upgrade your membership level, please contact us via e-mail. Geothermal energy is delivering clean, base-load and low cost electricity in 24 countries around the world. Canada is still missing out on this opportunity. This workshop will target the question of how to transfer existing skills and expertise in oil/gas to geothermal project development. Low commodity prices and the economic downturn make this a hot topic. When?: Workshop: June 23rd 9:00am to 5:30pm Networking Session: 5:30pm - 7:00pm Where?: SAIT - Ambrosia Room (V226) Workshop Agenda:
Please join us for an informal networking session on June 23 after our Technology Transfer Event from 5:30-7:00 for the opportunity to network with Canada's geothermal energy leaders.
In the meantime, we ask you to energize geothermal policy development by participating in our powEARTHful campagin by clicking the banner. CanGEA's corporate membersCanGEA is organizing a spectacular market visit to Iceland in April. Corporate members may be able to take advantage of substantial travel and registration subsidies. For the past 5 years, a 50% reimbursement on travel expenses and conference registrations plus a $200 per diem for one person per company have been possible. A reservation also includes a feature in our 2016 Canadian Geothermal Projects & Skills Profile. This is an excellent initiative for CanGEA members to showcase their projects, skills, and products to the international geothermal community. If you cannot join us on the trip, we can still offer you a spot in our 2016 Canadian Geothermal Projects & Skills Profile so that your company can be marketed to the global geothermal industry. Not a member yet? You can still register for the trip and become a member before we leave for Iceland. Individual/student members and media partners are also welcome to attend the market visit but will not be eligible for the corporate member subsidy. You will, however, be able to take advantage of our group pricing discounts. If you are interested in joining, secure your spot for this amazing market visit today.
In light of the historic climate negotiations in Paris, CanGEA accepted the invitation to be part of the Friday Afternoon Talk Series (FATS) at the University of Calgary for the second time.
Direct-Heat Use Workshop in Valemount, British Columbia.
What to do with geothermal heat? We have plenty of ideas! Join us for a discussion with geothermal industry leaders! The Key Note Speakers are: Bernie Karl, Chena Hot Springs Resort, Alaska Tonya "Toni" Boyd, Geo-Heat Center, Klamath Falls, Oregon Alison Thompson, Chair, CanGEA, Calgary, Alberta Craig Dunn, Chief Geologist, Borealis Geopower, Calgary, Alberta Other Speakers TBA You can watch Bernie's TEDx talk here. When? February 12-13, 2016 Where? Best Western Plus Valemount Inn and Suites 1950 Highway 5 South, Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0 (map) How much? $25 (free for area residents) This event is sponsored by SIBAC (Southern Interior Beetle Action Coalition). Please register here and send us an e-mail if you plan to attend. Click here for the agenda. Geothermal energy is able to deliver sustainable, reliable and competitively priced electricity in 24 countries as well as heating in 82 countries! 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 for a presentation at the University of Calgary as part of the Friday Afternoon Talk Series. The presentation will cover 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 opportunities globally and nationally Details: When? Friday, November 20, 2015 - 4:00 to 5:00 PM Where? University of Calgary - Earth Science Building - Room 162
The Geothermal Resources Council (GRC) is hosting their 39th Annual Meeting and GEA Geothermal Energy Expo in Reno, Nevada. CanGEA has been granted funding through the Global Opportunities for Associations (GOA) program for travel and registration subsidies for Canadian businesses in attendance. GOA funding is a membership perk and subsidized spots are limited. We are offering reservations for a fee of $300 until Friday, July 31, 2015 or until funds are depleted. To secure our limited funding, you must make a deposit of $50. The remaining balance can be deducted from your subsidy reimbursements. To reserve a spot, click here. For more information about the GRC Annual Meeting, click here. Read about the experiences of the delegates we sent last year! CanGEA will be hosting a B2B Networking Reception on Tuesday, September 22, 2015 where you can network with other international geothermal professionals. We are welcoming all Canadians in attendance at the GRC Annual Meeting and GEA Trade Show to come to this event. However, if you are receiving subsidies it is mandatory to attend as part of the funding program and admission is complimentary. Participants are responsible for booking their own registration and travel reservations. Subsidies will be distributed as a reimbursement. Subsidy Details:
Listed below are the individual travel expense types and their additional guidelines:
* The straight route is defined as the route between the traveler’s home location and the location of the event without any additional stops/legs/destinations for non-event related purposes (layovers or stops are acceptable when they are for the purpose of securing a more economical price). For more information, please contact us. On the fence about attending? Read testimonials from last year's participants here. |
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