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NoticesNew Online Geothermal Discovery Guide Available The Geothermal Discovery Guide, part of a series on alternative energy, is posted at http://www.csa.com/discoveryguides/geothermal/review.php. GEA is cited extensively in this guide. New Article on Distributed Temperature Sensing in Geothermal Energy Applications Mikko Jaaskelainen, Chief Technical Officer at SensorTran has written a new article on distributed temperature sensing in enhanced geothermal system power plants. Jaaskelainen’s introduction to the article: Geothermal power shows promise as an environmentally friendly source for electricity generation not least because fossil fuel alternatives produce at least an order of magnitude more carbon dioxide and consume a hundred times more water per kWh of energy produced. Geothermal energy plants have traditionally been limited to the edges of the tectonic plates but recent advances in enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) should greatly expand its geographical range [1]. Critical to successful and reliable EGS operations [2] is improved subsurface visualization. Fiber-optic distributed temperature sensing (DTS) enables both subsurface visualization and understanding of fracture distribution during both fracturing operations and production. The same DTS system can be used for reservoir characterization and management, production optimization, surface and subsurface integrity monitoring, fluid injection and short-circuit monitoring. This article provides summaries of geothermal energy technology and DTS technology, followed by a discussion of the many applications of DTS to geothermal electricity production. The article is available at http://www.sensorsmag.com/sensors/article/articleDetail.jsp?id=625162. 9 Billion Dollar Energy Investment Fund From Randy Chamberlain, 801-318-3905, info@rgarthstudios.com: I represent a 9 billion dollar investment fund to be loaned out for any energy related project or company that meets our criteria. My objective is to diversify the fund beyond oil and gas by focusing on renewable rather than carbon based fuels. After reviewing the criteria, if you have or know of companies or projects that need funding please contact Randy Chamberlain (contact info above). Basic Criteria to Qualify for the Fund:
Thank you for your attention regarding this new way to finance renewable energy.
Exploration Geologist, Western U.S. The Exploration Geologist is responsible for overseeing the planning and execution of geothermal projects including compilation and evaluation of existing data, new file data acquisition and mapping, integration of disparate data sets, and development of geological occurrence models for geothermal resources. The exploration focus is the Western U.S., principally California, Nevada, Oregon, and Utah. This role could grow into Exploration Manager for a major geothermal development company. Essential Functions: Candidate must have a demonstrated capability to work with a team of geoscientists to achieve corporate goals. The ability to communicate in writing and through speaking is essential. Candidate must be able to identify potential resources in known geothermal districts and to identify possible new occurrences in novel settings. Education, Experience, and Skills Required: • Masters degree in Geology from an accredited university is a minimum requirement. • 10-15 years experience in geothermal exploration, drilling and logging of exploration holes, and conduct of field surveys. • The successful candidate may be required to spend up to 50% of their time in the field and must be able to withstand the rigors of extreme heat, cold, and wind for short periods of time. • Travel within the U.S. will be required. This is a fulltime position that will be located in Reno, NV. A benefit package is available and includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and long-term disability. Salary is negotiable, but dependent on experience and qualifications. For consideration please email or fax resumes to: kborgna@magmaenergycorp.com, 775.787.7069 (fax) Senior Director, Business Development, Major Geothermal Company The Senior Director, Business Development is responsible for overseeing the Business Development function in North America for geothermal market. This role could quickly grow into a VP role and will oversee a sales team currently consisting of 8 sales reps and will grow it by 50%. Essential Functions: Education, Experience, and Skills Required: • Proven track record maintaining confidentiality and dealing with company proprietary information Contact: Paige Carratturo, Executive Recruiter Geothermal Project Supervisor, Central American Bank for Economic Integration, Costa Rica The Central American Bank for Economic Integration (Banco Centroamericano de Integracion Economica, BCIE) is looking for an expert in geothermal energy to supervise a project in Costa Rica. It is called Las Pailas and it is financed through BCIE. Contact: Ana Karina Rubi de Reyes, Oficial de Consultorias, BCIE-Tegucigalpa, Honduras Visit the BCIE Web site, www.bcie.org - www.cabei.org Requests for Proposals (RFPs)Geothermal Energy Development, Department of the Navy Department of the Navy Naval Air Systems Command Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division Dept. 3a Recovery Act - The purpose of this Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) is to solicit proposals for investigations of geological properties associated with active geothermal systems within select regions of Naval Air Station (NAS) Fallon, NV; Naval Air Facility (NAF) El Centro, CA; Chocolate Mountains Gunnery Range (Chocolate Mountains), CA; and Hill Air Force Base (AFB), UT. The object is to perform geological investigations that could potentially lead to the discovery of a geothermal resource. This notice constitutes a BAA as contemplated in FAR 6.102(d)(2). A formal Request for Proposal (RFP)/Solicitation will not be issued. The Naval Air Weapons Division (NAWCWD) will not issue paper copies of this BAA. NAWCWD reserves the right to select for award, all, some, or none of the Proposals in response to this BAA. NAWCWD reserves the right to fund all, some, or none of the Proposals received under this BAA. NAWCWD provides no funding for direct reimbursement of proposal development costs. Technical and Cost Proposal (or any other material) submitted in response to this BAA will not be returned. It is the policy of NAWCWD to treat all Proposals as competition sensitive Bid and Proposal Information and to disclose their contents only for the purpose of evaluation. Awards will be to United States (U.S) companies only. All contracts resulting from this announcement are subject to the federal Acquisition Regulation and the Department of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement. SEE ENCLOSED ATTACHMENT FOR SPECIFIC INFORMATION AND FORMATTING THAT MUST BE FOLLOWED WHEN PREPARING PROPOSALS FOR THIS CONTRACTING EFFORT. This enclosure calls out another document "Genetic Occurrence Models for Geothermal Prospecting, N68936-04-C-0057", which is attachment 2 to this notice.Place of Performance (if applicable): Naval Air Station (NAS) Fallon, NV; Naval Air Facility (NAF) El Centro, CA; Chocolate Mountains Gunnery Range ( Chocolate Mountains), CA; and Hill Air Force Base (AFB), UT. See http://www.tradingmarkets.com/.site/news/Stock%20News/2650824/ . Environmental Information Exchange Network (November 20) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requests proposals for the National Environmental Information Exchange Network Grant Program. This program supports the development of information technology and information management capabilities needed to actively participate in the Exchange Network, a secure, Internet and standards-based way to support electronic data reporting, sharing, and integration of both regulatory and non-regulatory environmental data. $10 million expected to be available, up to 50 awards anticipated. Responses due 11/20/09. For more info, contact Edward Mixon at mixon.edward@epa.gov or go to: http://epa.gov/exchangenetwork/grants/. Refer to Sol# EPA-OEI-10-01. (Grants.gov 7/29/09) DOE SBIR/STTR Phase I (November 20) The U.S. Department of Energy requests proposals for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I. SBIR/STTR supports R&D from small businesses concerning scientific or engineering problems and opportunities that are likely to lead to significant public benefit if the research is successful. 68 topics of interest identified, which include, but are not limited to: Hydrogen, Fuel Cells, and Infrastructure Technologies; Geothermal, Wind and Solar Technology Development; Production of Biofuels from Cellulosic Biomass; Technologies Related to Energy Storage for Hybrid and Plug-in Electric Vehicles; Transitional Technologies for Solid State Lighting; Energy Efficient Membranes for Industrial Applications; Hydrogen Safety, Storage, Delivery, and Production; Climate Control Technology for Fossil Energy Applications; Carbon Cycle Measurements of the Atmosphere and the Biosphere; Enhanced Availability of Climate Model Output; and Atmospheric Measurement Technology. $36 million expected to be available, up to 360 awards anticipated. Responses due 11/20/09. For more info, contact Carl Hebron at sbir-sttr@science.doe.gov or go to: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=49632. Refer to Sol# DE-FOA-0000161. (Grants.gov 9/24/09) Electric Power Sector Workforce Training - Recovery Act , EPA (November 30) The U.S. Department of Energy requests proposals for Workforce Training for the Electric Power Sector. This initiative will support the development of a well-trained, highly skilled electric power sector workforce which is vital to implementing a national clean-energy smart grid. $100 million expected to be available, up to 45 awards anticipated. Responses due 11/30/09. For more info, contact John Wiltshire at John_J_Wiltshire@RL.gov or go to: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=49601. Refer to Sol# DE-FOA-0000152. (Grants.gov 9/21/09) Renewables and RECs – Arizona (November 30) Tucson Electric Power Inc. and UNS Electric Inc. seek approximately 50,000 MWh of eligible solar energy resources and the associated RECs to meet Arizona RPS requirements. Responses due 11/30/09. For more info, contact Harold Judd at hjudd@acciongroup.com or go to: http://www.uesaz.com/wholesale/. (Green Power Network 9/29/09) Environmental Education, EPA (December 15) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requests proposals for Environmental Education Grants. This program supports environmental education projects that promote environmental stewardship and help develop knowledgeable and responsible students, teachers, and citizens. $3 million expected to be available, up to 95 awards anticipated. Responses due 12/15/09. For more info, including Regional contacts, go to: http://www.epa.gov/enviroed/grants.html. Refer to Sol# EPA-EE-10-02. (Grants.gov 10/29/09) People, Prosperity and the Planet, EPA (January 5, 2010) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requests proposals for the 7th Annual P3 Awards: A National Student Design Competition for Sustainability Focusing on People, Prosperity and the Planet. P3 supports R&D and design solutions to real world challenges involving the overall sustainability of human society. Areas of interest include: Energy, Built Environment, Materials and Chemicals, Water, and Agriculture. $850K expected to be available, up to 46 awards anticipated. Responses due 1/5/10. For more info, contact Cynthia L. Nolt-Helms at nolt-helms.cynthia@epa.gov or go to: http://epa.gov/ncer/rfa/2010/2010_p3.html. Refer to Sol# EPA-G2010-P3. (Grants.gov 8/28/09) Environmental Justice Small Grants Program, EPA (January 8) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requests proposals for the Environmental Justice Small Grants Program. This program supports projects that addresses a local environmental and public health issue within an affected community. There is a well-established scientific consensus that climate change will cause disproportionate impacts upon vulnerable populations. Therefore, this year the program will emphasize the disproportionate impacts of climate change in communities with environmental justice concerns. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to: Energy efficiency, renewables, water efficiency, Green jobs and green economy capacity building, and smart growth. $1 million expected to be available, up to 40 awards anticipated. Responses due 1/8/10. For more info, including Regional contacts, go to: http://www.epa.gov/compliance/environmentaljustice/grants/ej-smgrants.html. Refer to Sol# EPA-OECA-OEJ-10-01. (Grants.gov 10/28/09) Energy Efficiency Block Grants – Recovery Act, CEC (January 12) The California Energy Commission requests proposals for Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grants. This program will provide support for energy efficiency projects in small CA cities and counties. $35.5 million expected to be available. Responses due 1/12/10. For more info, go to: http://www.energy.ca.gov/contracts/recovery.html#eecbg. Refer to PON# 09-001. Clean Energy Deployment, Recovery Act, New York (February 16, 2010) The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority seeks proposals for Project Implementation Funding for State Energy Program American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. This RFP will support the implementation of energy conservation measures including energy efficiency, renewable energy, and clean fleet projects. $74 million expected to be available. Responses due 10/26/09, 12/21/09, and 2/16/10. For more info, contact Ben Fox at bf2@nyserda.org or go to: http://www.nyserda.org/funding/1613rfp.asp. Refer to RFP# 1613. RFP for Renewable Energy Resources, Los Angeles (March 11, 2010) The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) has issued a rolling request for proposals (RFP) designed to seek renewable energy proposals on a continuous basis throughout the year. The rolling RFP calls for proposals for approximately 1,000 GWh per year of renewable energy resources such as solar, wind and geothermal power. This amount represents nearly 4% of LADWP's power sales. LADWP is looking to acquire renewable energy resources through either immediate ownership of power generation facilities or through long-term power purchase agreements. Under the terms of the new RFP, green power providers can submit their proposal anytime throughout the year. LADWP will open and consider the proposals on a monthly basis, and could then begin evaluation and negotiation of a particular project right away. LADWP says it will give preference to proposals that offer immediate facility ownership or to long-term PPAs that have an ownership option. Additionally, LADWP is targeting solar projects located in the high deserts of California, close to LADWP's existing transmission system. The application deadline is March 11, 2010. Emerging Frontiers in Research and Innovation (March 31, 2010) The National Science Foundation requests proposals for Emerging Frontiers in Research and Innovation. Through this new funding opportunity, the NSF seeks proposals from interdisciplinary teams of researchers, with transformative ideas that represent an opportunity for a significant shift in fundamental engineering knowledge with a strong potential for long term impact on national needs or a grand challenge. Areas of interest include: 1) Renewable Energy Storage, and 2) Science in Energy and Environmental Design (SEED): Engineering Sustainable Buildings. This solicitation is in coordination with the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. $29 million expected to be available, up to 14 awards anticipated. Letters of Intent due 10/9/09, preliminary proposals due 11/13/09, final proposals due 3/31/10. For more info, go to: http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf09606. Refer to Sol# 09-606. (Grants.gov 8/13/09) RFP for Smart Grid Investments, DOE, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (March 31, 2010) The U.S. Department of Energy announces its intent to request proposals for the Smart Grid Investment Grant Program. Through this program, DOE seeks to stimulate the rapid deployment and integration of advanced digital technology that is needed to modernize the nation’s electric delivery network for enhanced operational intelligence and connectivity. The program will support projects that promote deployment, including development of component technologies. Individual award range anticipated to be $500K to $5 million. The RFP will open on or about 6/17/09. Three due dates anticipated: 7/29/09, 12/2/09, and 3/31/10. For more info, contact Donna Williams at Smart-Grid.NOIComments@hq.doe.gov or go to: https://e-center.doe.gov/iips/faopor.nsf/UNID/39C0D96768F2083F8525759A0068F216?OpenDocument Upcoming Events31st New Zealand Geothermal Workshop 2009, November 16–18 ( Rotorua, New Zealand) The 31st New Zealand Geothermal Workshop 2009 will be held on 16–18 November 2009 at the Rotorua Convention Centre in Rotorua, New Zealand. This year's theme is 'Geothermal and the marketplace'. Convenors: Associate Professor Paul Hoskin, Dr. Sadiq Zarrouk, Dr. Stephen Onacha, Olwen Morgan Registration for the workshop is now open. The call for papers is now open. Visit the program page to find out what themes are being considered this year, and how to submit your paper. The deadline for submission is Friday 4th September 2009 at 11.59pm New Zealand time. To learn more about this event, visit the Workshop website at www.geothermal.org.nz. Geothermal Power Investment Workshop & Networking Reception, CanGEA, December 3 (Calgary , Alberta) 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 is proud to be able to bring together industry operators, policy makers and researchers alike for our Geothermal Investment Workshop and Networking Reception Dec. 3, 2009. The conference is to be held at The Westin Calgary, right in the heart of downtown Calgary, Alberta. This is going to be a great opportunity to hear about some of the projects, companies and R&D in the high temperature geothermal energy industry in Canada. Meet the leading industry players, investment banks and companies involved in geothermal projects locally and worldwide. CanGEA is a national, not for profit association that works on behalf of our members to facilitate and promote the responsible and sustainable growth of high temperature geothermal energy in Canada which, we believe, can provide competitive, emissions free, renewable, base-load energy to Canadians and export markets .
GeoPower Europe 2009, December 3-4 (Munich, Germany) Over 2 intensive conference days, GeoPower Europe 2009 features presentations and discussions led by 35 speakers from 13 countries including: PowerGen International 2009, December 8-10 (Las Vegas, NV) To be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The Geothermal Energy Association will be participating in this event. See http://www.power-gen.com/. GEA Geothermal Energy Finance Forum, January 14, 2010 (New York, NY ) To be held at the Ritz-Carlton Battery Park. The Geothermal Energy Association (GEA), with Gold Level Sponsors, Islandsbanki and Vulcan Power, will be holding a one-day Geothermal Energy Finance Forum on Thursday, January 14, 2010 at the Ritz-Carlton, Battery Park in New York City. This program will bring the finance and investment community of New York City together and provide a tutorial on geothermal energy investment with top experts and major players in geothermal development and finance. The day’s agenda includes presentations and panel discussion on; project development and design, risk mitigation, costs and financial modeling, government finance and incentives, and case studies from developers and financers with recent success stories. For information contact Kathy Kent at Kathy@geo-energy.org. Stanford Geothermal Workshop, February 1-3 (Stanford U, CA) The 2010 Stanford Geothermal Workshop will be held February 1-3 in Stanford University, California. October 10 will be the deadline to submit abstracts to the 2009 Stanford Geothermal Workshop. You can find author instructions and a listing of the main themes on the web at http://pangea.stanford.edu/ERE/research/geoth/conference/workshop.html. The due date for submission of abstracts is October 2, 2009. Renewable Energy World Conference & Expo North America, February 23-25 (Austin, TX) GEA is a Supporting Association of the Renewable Energy World Conference & Expo North America and is on the planning committee. Look for more information on geothermal panels at the conference and other information coming soon. To register click the link below. From http://www.renewableenergyworld-events.com/index.html: Nearly 4000 renewable energy power professionals joined us at Renewable Energy World Conference & Expo North America 2009 for three full days of networking, new business negotiation and the exchange of ideas pertaining to the renewable energy industry today. Click here to view the press release with more information. We are pleased to announce the new location for 2010--Austin, TX! We are also excited that Photovoltaics World Conference & Exposition will be co-located with Rewenewable Energy World Conference & Expo North America 2010. Click here to view the Photovoltaics World Conference & Exposition web site. The 2010 conference promises to offer a worldwide audience who will hear papers, panel discussions and presentations during technical sessions related to technology, markets, business strategies and policy covering the wind, solar, biomass, hydro, geothermal, ocean/tidal/wave, bio-power, bio-fuels hydrogen and energy sectors. There has never been a better time to be a part of the exciting, ever-growing world of renewable energy! GEA Geothermal Symposium, April/May 2010- Date TBD (Washington, DC) CGEC California Geothermal Energy Summit, May 12, 2010 (Davis, CA) To be held at the UC Davis Campus. See http://cgec.ucdavis.edu/. GEA Geothermal Energy Workshop, July 22, 2010 ( Las Vegas , NV) GEA Geothermal Expo and Conference, TBA GEA’s annual Geothermal Energy Expo, date and location to be announced Why Should You Attend GEA Events? As the national trade association for the geothermal industry, the Geothermal Energy Association (GEA) strives to create and deliver educational events involving the full range of the geothermal industry, reflecting the dynamic growth of the geothermal market, and communicating the benefits of geothermal energy to all. GEA events offer important opportunities to learn and network within the geothermal community, and to inform and educate companies and organizations outside today’s industry that are interested in learning more about geothermal energy. The revenue generated from GEA events is used to advance the goal of the GEA, “to expand the production and use of geothermal energy in the United States and around the world.” The revenue supports GEA’s workshops and events, communications activities, outreach efforts, policy related activities and analysis, internet publications, and other initiatives designed to help achieve this goal. ONLY GEA puts your dollars to work in all of these ways to advance the future of the geothermal energy industry. And, GEA does not sell your email or postal address to junk mailers or spammers.
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