Media Inquiries: Setting the stage for clean geothermal development
CanGEA had the opportunity to speak at a Government of Alberta press conference on the potential of geothermal energy in Alberta. Alberta is looking towards geothermal energy as a way to attract new investment and continue to diversify the province’s energy sector.
Click here to read the full press release.
Click here to watch the news conference.
Click here to read the full press release.
Click here to watch the news conference.
October 14, 2020
Media Brief: Geothermal energy and its potential in Canada
CanGEA members Borealis Geopower and Kitselas Geothermal were both mentioned in a media brief put out by Clean Energy Canada. The brief talks about geothermal development in Canada, along with the different geothermal projects in Canada as well.
Click here to read the full article.
Click here to read the full article.
September 29, 2020
Resolution eb72 on "geothermal exploratory drilling regulations" brought forward by the village of valemount approved
CanGEA member The Village of Valemount put forward a resolution for the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) called EB72 “Geothermal Exploratory Drilling Regulations”. On September 23, 2020 the resolution was approved among others. This resolution advocates for the importance of geothermal energy in BC, along with a policy recommendation “to allow for the cost-effective use of shallow exploratory drilling for geothermal energy development in British Columbia.”
Click here to read more about the resolution on page 85 of the 2020 UBCM Resolution Book.
Click here to read more about the resolution on page 85 of the 2020 UBCM Resolution Book.
September 25, 2020
Is The Geothermal Energy Industry In Canada Gaining Ground?
"The positive news from the geothermal project of DEEP Earth Energy Production in Saskatchewan are hopefully a kick and positive spark for ongoing and future geothermal development in Canada."
Read full article here.
Read full article here.
September 25, 2020
Alberta’s Recovery Plan will focus on sector strategies for diversifying the economy in energy, agriculture, technology, tourism and other high-opportunity areas. The details of these sector strategies will be announced this summer and fall. In the energy sector, actions announced in the Recovery Plan include: ... developing a new mineral strategy and increasing investment interest in new emerging areas such as geothermal energy.
Read full article here.
Read full article here.
July 7, 2020
The global geothermal power market was valued at $4.6 billion in 2018 and is projected to reach $6.8 billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 5.0% from 2019 to 2026.
Read full article here.
Read full article here.
June 19, 2020
A longstanding geothermal energy project near Lakelse Lake has cleared a major exploration milestone and is now looking for more government funding. Kitselas Geothermal Inc., which is run in partnership between Kitselas Development Corporation and Calgary-based Borealis GeoPower, first began pre-feasibility studies of geothermal hotspots near Lakelse Lake back in 2014.
Read full article here.
Read full article here.
June 15, 2020
Geothermal, lithium, and hydrogen production requires many of the same skills as oil and gas production. Existing or abandoned oil and gas wells may also offer low-cost opportunities to tap into these resources. The hottest, deepest wells could be suitable for geothermal. Wells with more wastewater than oil may be best for lithium. And the emerging technical capacity to convert existing wells to hydrogen production offers the potential for cheap, clean fuel for trucking and industry.
Full article available here.
Full article available here.
June 4, 2020
Canada has a great opportunity to accelerate its energy transition and create a thriving low-carbon economy. How? By creating green income trusts with the same federal tax benefits that prevailed in the early 2000s, therefore giving private investors incentives to massively scale up investments in new low-carbon energy technologies.
Full article available here.
Full article available here.
June 3, 2020
In discussions with thought and industry leaders about geothermal over the past months, two themes have consistently come up. The first is the (glaring) historical disparity in levels of support, subsidies, incentives and funding between geothermal and other renewables like solar and wind. Why does that exist, and how do we fix it? The second adds (potentially significant) complexity to the hopeful future of oil and gas companies pivoting toward geothermal development and strategic investment, and into the future of green drilling.
Read full article here.
Read full article here.
May 26, 2020
As governments look toward reopening the economy and returning to some semblance of life as we knew it, this “Team Canada” approach should be brought to bear on other issues faced by the country – perhaps especially so on the messy intersection of energy, climate change and Indigenous rights in Alberta, where the economic fallout of current events has already been devastating.
Full article available here.
Full article available here.
May 21, 2020
As oil and gas companies falter under the weight of Covid-19 shutdowns, price wars, and their own massive debt burden, an unlikely beneficiary seems to be emerging: geothermal power.
Full article available here.
Full article available here.
May 16, 2020
More than 80 people logged into a Zoom open house last Thursday, May 7, to learn more about field work that took place last summer exploring the geothermal energy potential on Mount Meager.
Full article available here.
Full article available here.
May 16, 2020
Calgary-based Eavor has executed the world’s first scalable form of green baseload power through geothermal energy and now the company has announced plans for the testing of new and complementary technologies.Click here to read more from the news release.
May 5, 2020
Canadian Oil Service Sector Joins Forces to Support Emerging Canadian Geothermal Industry
Joined forces is a critical component to a future of clean energy in Canada. This article explains how groups in the oil and geothermal sectors have set up a geothermal alliance to promote Canadian geothermal development and to create jobs.
Read more here.
Read more here.
April 30, 2020
Letter to the Editor: Geothermal energy's time has come
An encouraging letter to the editor from Victoria, BC published in the Times Colonist. This letter argues there is an opportunity to kick-start the development of the abundant geothermal energy resource in Canadian Provinces. To read the full letter click here or on the image below!
April 28, 2020
An encouraging and relevant message published by Clean50. This piece outlines renewable energy such as geothermal as a "way to transition to a lower-carbon economy that will provide jobs and opportunity in every province, and deliver the biggest health and climate benefits." The message of this article calling for a Clean Reset and sustainability as a priority is something to take not of and support across the geothermal industry.
For the full letter, click here
For the full letter, click here
April 22, 2020
DEEP Earth Energy Production Corp. announced their 2019-2020 winter drilling is complete. Four wells have been drilled, increasing subsurface rights. This article points out the details of the geothermal project.
The full article is available here.
The full article is available here.
April 14, 2020
Geothermal project conducted by DEEP aims to be Canada's first geothermal power plant.
Follow this link for the full news coverage and video.
Follow this link for the full news coverage and video.
March 16, 2020
CanGEA Response to Premier Kenney on the Federal Carbon Tax and Throne Speech
CanGEA is encouraged by the opportunity from the Government of Alberta’s commitment to a cleaner energy sector. The February 25th 2020 Speech from the Throne and Premier Kenneys February 24th 2020 speech on the Carbon Tax, each create opportunities for Alberta’s geothermal and other renewable energy sectors.
The full speeches can be found here (Premier Kenney) and here (Throne Speech).
For CanGEA Members: Please see the Policy Updates section in the member portal for more details.
The full speeches can be found here (Premier Kenney) and here (Throne Speech).
For CanGEA Members: Please see the Policy Updates section in the member portal for more details.
February 26, 2020
Alberta Premier Kenney issued a statement in support of the Alberta Court of Appeal decision that ruled the federal carbon tax as unconstitutional. This discussion will continue in Saskatchewan and Ontario to advance the appeals of these provinces on this issue.
The full article is here.
The full article is here.
February 24, 2020
CanGEA's success story with the Government of Alberta's Scientific Research and Experimental Development Program is featured as evidence of this program aiding future companies.
The full article can be found here.
The full article can be found here.
A unique project launched this summer about 200 kilometers north of Calgary, the $10 million test facility is the first of its kind geothermal energy solution and its developers say it’s ready for commercialization worldwide.
The full article is available here.
The full article is available here.
January 28, 2020
On December 6, Icelandic Geothermal Expert Þorleikur Johannesson visited Terrace, BC, giving a presentation on geothermal energy and highlighting opportunities to harness geothermal resources here in Canada. CanGEA had the privilege of hosting Mr. Johannesson during his time in BC.
The full article is available here.
The full article is available here.
December 9, 2019
An article providing an update on the geothermal electricity project in Saskatchewan. Drilling of the second well is planned to commence upon successful re-completion of the first well. The geothermal developer believes they can have power to the grid at the end of 2021 or the beginning of 2022.
The full article is available here.
The full article is available here.
November 12, 2019
The Government of Alberta grants rights to Albertan company to conduct testing operations and explore the geothermal potential of an area near Grande Prairie. Thereby, allowing the company to begin seeking regulatory approvals for its geothermal power project.
The full article is available here.
Update: "The time is now to chart our own course on energy diversification." Official media release from the Albertan Developer available here.
*For CanGEA Members: Please see the policy section in the member portal for more details.
The full article is available here.
Update: "The time is now to chart our own course on energy diversification." Official media release from the Albertan Developer available here.
*For CanGEA Members: Please see the policy section in the member portal for more details.
Updated: November 5, 2019
October 30, 2019
October 30, 2019
An article that intertwines a climate driven vision, through geothermal energy, with the Canada's oil and gas industry. Suggesting, climate change concerns should guide our energy policy and investment priorities. New technology, is available and increasingly competitive. Long term investment in fossil fuels locks us into the other vision and sets us on a more difficult path to emissions reduction.
CanGEA's Chair, Alison Thompson, and member, Borealis GeoPower, were mentioned throughout the article.
The full article is available here.
CanGEA's Chair, Alison Thompson, and member, Borealis GeoPower, were mentioned throughout the article.
The full article is available here.
October 7, 2019
On October 3rd, 2019, the geothermal discussion in the town of Sussex was potentially re-sparked since the two technical feasibility studies conducted in 2017 and 2018. Officials in Sussex say an abandoned potash mine near the town could become an exciting opportunity for the region’s economy.
The full article is available here.
The full article is available here.
October 3, 2019
On September 30th, 2019, An Albertan company is pleased to announce an issuance of approximately 2,702,800 Flow-Through Shares the TSX Venture Exchange for aggregate gross proceeds of up to approximately $5,000,000. The gross proceeds from the sale of Flow-Through Shares will be used by the Company to incur qualifying "Canadian renewable and conservation expenses" ("CRCE") as defined in the Income Tax Act (Canada) ("Qualifying Expenditures") related to the Company's geothermal power projects in Alberta.
The full article is available here.
The full article is available here.
October 1, 2019
On September 19th, 2019, A new pre-feasibility study, Clarke Lake Geothermal Pre-Feasibility Study, was published. The study evaluates the potential to repurpose the Clarke Lake Field natural gas field to host a pilot plant to generate geothermal energy and heat; An assessment of two potential sites close to the Clarke Lake Gas Field south of Fort Nelson is found within the report.
The full article is available here.
The full article is available here.
September 19, 2019
An Albertan company is pleased to announce the successful completion of drilling activities at its’ demonstration facility in Clearwater County, Alberta, East of Rocky Mountain House, the World’s first of its kind multi-lateral horizontal drilling intersection was made safely and successfully on September 1st, 2019.
CanGEA member, Chinook Petroleum is mentioned as being responsible for their Wellsite Geology.
The full article is available here.
CanGEA member, Chinook Petroleum is mentioned as being responsible for their Wellsite Geology.
The full article is available here.
September 16, 2019
The Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, today announced a $25.4-million investment in Northwestern Alberta’s first commercial-scale geothermal facility, which will generate clean energy and create jobs. The project, Alberta No. 1, will be overseen by a partnership between an Albertan company and the Municipal District of Greenview.
The full article is available here.
The full article is available here.
August 23, 2019
The Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, today announced a $1-million investment for Deh Tai Limited Partnership, the economic development company of the Fort Nelson First Nation, to assess the resource potential of several renewable energy technologies. This assessment includes a potential geothermal electricity generation project, which involves the Saulteau First Nations' participation.
The full article is available here.
The full article is available here.
August 23, 2019
This award will provide E3 metals with a 6-month development project with access to GreenCentre Canada's full suite of services to "assist E3 in operating the lab-scale flow system, advancing the ion exchange sorbent material and working towards scaling the process towards a pilot."
The full article is available here.
The full article is available here.
August 14, 2019
On August 6th, 2019, an update on the geothermal energy demonstration facility located near Rocky Mountain House, Alberta was released. As of August 2nd the drilling of two wells have commenced and are scheduled to be complete in two months.
CanGEA member, the University of Alberta is a key actor in the project and mentioned throughout the article.
The full article is available here.
CanGEA member, the University of Alberta is a key actor in the project and mentioned throughout the article.
The full article is available here.
August 6, 2019
On July 30th, 2019, an article written by Angie Bergenson was released by Hydrogen Fuel News highlighting the hybrid geothermal energy plant being constructed in Swan Hills, Alberta, Canada. Through the geothermal energy plant, the article articulates the complimentary nature of geothermal energy to the oil and gas industry.
CanGEA member, the University of Alberta is a key actor in the project and mentioned throughout the article.
The full article is available here.
CanGEA member, the University of Alberta is a key actor in the project and mentioned throughout the article.
The full article is available here.
August 5, 2019
On July 30th, 2019, an article written by Jeff Labine was released by the Edmonton Journal highlighting a co-generation project currently underway in Alberta. CanGEA member, the University of Alberta (UoA) is mentioned throughout the article. Jonathan Banks, the project lead with the UoA, said "oilfield activity produces a lot of hot water by bringing geothermal energy to the surface through day-to-day operations."
The full article is available here.
The full article is available here.
July 30, 2019
On July 25th, 2019, the Government of Canada and CanGEA member, the Cumberland Energy Authority, announced that the concept and design phase of the Springhill Geothermal Industrial Park is funded and awarded. The concept design phase will be completed by a local engineering firm as awarded in an open request for proposals (RFP) process.
The full article is available here.
The full article is available here.
July 24, 2019
On July 24th, 2019, the Geoffrey Morgan, a reporter for Financial Times, released an article highlighting the current situation in Canada's geothermal energy industry as well as relevant opportunities and challenges within the industry. Notably, referencing CanGEA Chair, Alison Thompson, the transferability of skills between the geothermal energy industry and the oil and gas industry was a key area discussed.
CanGEA member, Borealis GeoPower was mentioned within the report.
The full article is available here.
CanGEA member, Borealis GeoPower was mentioned within the report.
The full article is available here.
July 24, 2019
On July 19th, 2019, the Edmonton Journal posted an article written by Christal Loewen, CanGEA Policy Manager, highlighting how the recent TransMountain decision presents opportunities to the renewable energy sector. "It’s 2019. Canada’s energy sector is not a zero-sum game. Fossil fuels and renewable energy both have roles to play in Canada’s energy transition. The TMX offers an opportunity to use our vast supply of renewable energy and technology to bring Canadian oil to new markets, while accelerating the workforce’s transition into clean-energy jobs."
CanGEA member, Borealis GeoPower and their project in Valemount was mentioned to articulate the benefits of sustainable energy such as geothermal energy.
The full article is available here.
CanGEA member, Borealis GeoPower and their project in Valemount was mentioned to articulate the benefits of sustainable energy such as geothermal energy.
The full article is available here.
July 19, 2019
On July 12nd, 2019, Danielle Smith, a Calgary Herald Columnist, released an article highlighting the world's shift towards renewable energy and the need to find and develop better sources of key battery components. Demand for lithium has surged since 2010, owing to an increase in both cellphone and vehicle batteries, and the value has more than tripled, from about US$5,180 per tonne to about US$16,000 today.
CanGEA member, E3 Metals Corp., was mentioned as an innovative leader that will enable Canada to source lithium more efficiently and in a sustainable way.
The full article is available here.
CanGEA member, E3 Metals Corp., was mentioned as an innovative leader that will enable Canada to source lithium more efficiently and in a sustainable way.
The full article is available here.
July 12, 2019
On July 2nd, 2019, Vanessa Ratjen, a writer and editor for The Narwal, released an article highlighting the absence of geothermal energy in Canada. Canada remains the only large nation on the ring of fire that has not realized its potential for geothermal energy. This is unsettling considering that the global industry is expected to grow to $9 billion in 2025 from $4 billion in 2018.
CanGEA's Policy Director, Zach Harmer, was mentioned to articulate where the industry is potentially going and requirements for the continued growth of Canada's geothermal industry,
The full article is available here.
CanGEA's Policy Director, Zach Harmer, was mentioned to articulate where the industry is potentially going and requirements for the continued growth of Canada's geothermal industry,
The full article is available here.
July 2, 2019
Geothermal Power Project in Alberta Receives Funding
On June 27th, 2019, Razor Energy, Natural Resources Canada ("NR Can") and CanGEA member, Alberta Innovates, announced the funding of a co-produced geothermal electricity project utilizing an active oil and gas operation in Alberta (the “Project”). Furthermore, in association with the Project, CanGEA member, the University of Alberta continues to conduct geothermal research on the heat potential of the Western Canada Sedimentary Basin.
The full article is available here.
The full article is available here.
June 27, 2019
On June 18th, 2019, the Trans Mountain Pipeline expansion (TMX) pipeline was approved. CanGEA pushes the message that the TMX allows Canada to showcase its new energy vision. While global markets receive access to responsibly-produced oil, generators of renewable energy here at home should be tasked with electrifying the pipeline and its operations.
More information available here.
More information available here.
June 18, 2019
Columnist, Keith Halliday, highlights the geothermal energy potential of Yukon. The article points out the economic value of geothermal energy in Yukon and where the government can more effectively distribute its funding.
CanGEA's Chair, Alison Thompson and our member, Takhini Hot Pools, was mentioned to articulate Keith's promotion of geothermal energy.
Full news article available here.
CanGEA's Chair, Alison Thompson and our member, Takhini Hot Pools, was mentioned to articulate Keith's promotion of geothermal energy.
Full news article available here.
June 13, 2019
Concordia’s Sustainable Energy and Infrastructure Systems Engineering (SEISE) lab has partnered with an independent Quebec-based engineering consulting firm with the objective to realize the potential of geothermal energy for residents of the Nunavik region in Quebec.
More information available here.
More information available here.
June 12, 2019
The Honorable Mary Ng and Kent Hehr presented Borealis with the Women Entrepreneurship Fund. Borealis will use the fund to hire women, youth, students, and continue working with their First Nations partner.
More information available here.
More information available here.
May 3, 2019
JWN Energy has awarded CanGEA member E3 Metals Corp with an award in the Power Transmission and Storage subcategory. E3 initiated its project in September 2018 and is moving toward the production of high quality lithium hydroxide for customers in the lithium ion battery supply chain.
The full news article is available here.
The full news article is available here.
May 3, 2019
The Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of Natural Resources, announced $6.7 million in federal funding to support Eavor Technologies Inc.’s approach for the next generation of geothermal engineering. Eavor is developing a prototype for a closed-loop geothermal system.
CanGEA member Alberta Innovates is a key partner in this project. Part of their mandate is to "develop and invest in research, technology and innovation to help technology developers and industry clients accelerate technology development and deployment, grow their businesses and enhance the competitiveness of the resource sector."
The Government of Canada's press release is available here.
CanGEA member Alberta Innovates is a key partner in this project. Part of their mandate is to "develop and invest in research, technology and innovation to help technology developers and industry clients accelerate technology development and deployment, grow their businesses and enhance the competitiveness of the resource sector."
The Government of Canada's press release is available here.
April 25, 2019
Geothermal Energy in the Alberta Election
In light of the upcoming Alberta provincial election, taking place on April 16, CanGEA would like to state that we advocate among all political stakeholders. As a non-partisan organization, CanGEA encourages all parties to include geothermal energy in their platforms and policies. Members of any campaign are welcome to reach out to discuss geothermal energy policy.
Currently, the United Conservative Party is the only provincial party to include geothermal energy in their platform, available here.
Currently, the United Conservative Party is the only provincial party to include geothermal energy in their platform, available here.
April 1, 2019
Firms such as Shell, France's Engie and Canadian independent Vermilion Energy have submitted plans for large geothermal heat projects in the Netherlands. The country is an attractive market for geothermal projects. "Today, the Netherlands is leading in Europe," says Philippe Dumas, secretary general of the European geothermal energy council (EGEC). "The framework conditions in the Netherlands are great for developing deep geothermal projects."
Full News Article
Full News Article
March 12, 2019
This breakthrough allows E3 to "create a more robust sorbent, resulting in higher lithium concentrations of up to 5367 mg/L lithium, compared to our previous level of 1498 mg/L." This is a step forward towards a commercial lithium production flow sheet for the company.
Full E3 Metals Press Release
Full E3 Metals Press Release
March 4, 2019
BC Government Announces Budget 2019
Today, the Government of BC announced their 2019 budget, which includes $902 million over three years for CleanBC programming. The summary of CleanBC funding is available here.
Full Budget 2019 announcement
Full Budget 2019 announcement
February 19, 2019
E3 Metals is seeking to extract and produce lithium in Central Alberta. E3's chemical filter process called "Ion Exchange" allows them to concentrate lithium in three hours. "In addition to speed, the lithium brine extracted is hot, and could be used to produce geothermal power to run the process. E3 Metals hopes to make their facility net-zero, and in doing so create the an environmentally friendly source of lithium." E3 is looking to build a pilot plant facility this year.
Full article available here.
Full article available here.
February 13, 2019
With Saskatchewan moving forward with geothermal energy development, why hasn't the industry taken off in Alberta? Interesting CBC article on the DEEP project and Alberta's lagging geothermal energy industry. CBC Article.
CanGEA is encouraged by the comments from Alberta Energy representative Mike McKinnon:
"We're looking at ways to help get shovels in the ground on more immediate opportunities to create new jobs through private investment in geothermal developments while also developing a long-term policy, and we expect to have updates throughout 2019."
Want to read more about Alberta's geothermal potential, existing policy gaps and other relevant information? Check out our report titled, "ALBERTA’S (AND OTHER HSA AREAS’) STRATEGIC POTENTIAL FOR GEOTHERMAL POWER."
CanGEA is encouraged by the comments from Alberta Energy representative Mike McKinnon:
"We're looking at ways to help get shovels in the ground on more immediate opportunities to create new jobs through private investment in geothermal developments while also developing a long-term policy, and we expect to have updates throughout 2019."
Want to read more about Alberta's geothermal potential, existing policy gaps and other relevant information? Check out our report titled, "ALBERTA’S (AND OTHER HSA AREAS’) STRATEGIC POTENTIAL FOR GEOTHERMAL POWER."
January 21, 2019
Click Here to Read CanGEA's Statement on the DEEP Project Securing Federal Funding
“This is a remarkable achievement after many years of passionate work and dedication by myriad industry proponents including the DEEP team, NRCan, Canadian Geothermal Energy Association, SaskPower and Saskatchewan government, and the local community. CanGEA looks forward to the DEEP project paving the way for replication projects in the many sedimentary basins that Canada hosts in almost every province and territory as well as the hard rock project sites in BC and Yukon.”
The full release can be found here.
“This is a remarkable achievement after many years of passionate work and dedication by myriad industry proponents including the DEEP team, NRCan, Canadian Geothermal Energy Association, SaskPower and Saskatchewan government, and the local community. CanGEA looks forward to the DEEP project paving the way for replication projects in the many sedimentary basins that Canada hosts in almost every province and territory as well as the hard rock project sites in BC and Yukon.”
The full release can be found here.
