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.
Networking Session: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Where?: SAIT - Ambrosia Room (V226)
Workshop Agenda:
- Upcoming SAIT events and programs - Judy Pedersen (SAIT)
- Geothermal Industry Overview - Craig Dunn (Borealis GeoPower)
- Geothermal 101
- Geology
- Canadian Business Opportunities - Alison Thompson (CanGEA)
- Networking Coffee Break
- Technology Transfer: Tips, Traps and Best Practices - Michael Styczen (DLA Piper)
- Supply Chain Requirements - Alex Sarmiento (Eagle's Wings Supply Chain Mgmt. Ltd.)
- Geothermal Drilling
- Completions
- Downhole Instrumentation - Gerry Chalifoux (Petrospec)
- Networking Lunch
- Policy Updates from Alex Kent (CanGEA)
- Enhancement of EGS (Enhanced Geothermal Systems) - Brian Wagg (C-FER)
- Pipeline and Power Plant Technology Transfer - T.M. Gunderson (Enerpro)
- Heat Transfer Equipment - Ben Lee (Raven Thermal)
- Drones: Geothermal Exploration - Gia Mattu (Falcon Technologies Ltd.)
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.
*Less than 10 spots available for registration.* If you are interested in attending this workshop in Calgary, please register for by using the links below. Final registration and payment for the workshop includes a copy of: CanGEA's Geothermal Energy Industry Skills and Projects 2016. *Seats for students and senior members are limited* The networking event is included in the registration for our Technology Transfer workshop, but can also be registered for separately below: Ticket cancellations: full refund (minus $14.99 for the Skills Profile) if cancellation is made on or before June 14, 50% refund if cancellation is made on or before June 21, no refund if cancellation is made on June 22 or June 23. | |
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