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SGeoTHERM 2025: The Ultimate Marketplace for Geothermal Energy By: Robert Buluma The global stage is set for GeoTHERM 2025, Europe’s largest geothermal energy trade fair and congress, taking place from February 20th to 21st at Messe Offenburg, Germany. This highly anticipated event promises to unite industry experts, researchers, students, and citizens, fostering groundbreaking discussions on the potential of geothermal energy in our future energy mix.   A Grand Opening to Set the Stage The event kicks off on February 20th with an inspiring welcome address by Hans-Peter Kopp, Mayor for Finance, Culture, and Social Affairs of Offenburg. The keynote speech by Dr. Andre Baumann, State Secretary at the Ministry of the Environment, Climate, and Energy Economy of Baden-Württemberg, will highlight the importance of geothermal energy in achieving climate goals and accelerating innovation. EGEC, a GeoTHERM affiliated run initiative is on the record of running one of the best yet transp...

The Philippines and Masdar Energy Deal: A Game-Changer in the Renewable Energy Landscape with Geothermal Potential By: Robert Buluma In a groundbreaking move, the Philippines has joined forces with Masdar, the renewable energy giant from the UAE, in a bold partnership that promises to reshape its energy sector. Signed on January 15, 2025, this historic agreement sets the stage for the development of up to 1 gigawatt (GW) of renewable energy capacity by 2030, with ambitious plans to scale up to a staggering 10 GW by 2035. While solar and wind dominate the headlines, there’s a quiet opportunity emerging in the shadows: geothermal energy, a resource that could redefine the future of this collaboration.  A $15 Billion Green Revolution   With an estimated $15 billion in investment, this deal underscores the Philippines' commitment to sustainable growth and energy security. The country aims to increase its renewable energy share in the power generation mix from 22.8% in 2022 to...