Geothermal Energy Weekly December 19 2012

Geothermal Energy Association December 19, 2012
National News 3
Feature Story: Californias Carbon Auction -- Will geothermals value as an emissions-reducing commodity finally be
recognized?
Geothermal Industry Ends 2012 on a High Note
Renewable Energy Tax Credit Extension is Needed
GEA Member Company News 11

Gradient Resources: $155M Financing Complete for Patua Geothermal Project
Ram Power: Agreement for Clayton Valley Project Terminated
Terra-Gen Power: BLM Approves Coyote Canyon South Geothermal Exploration Project
United Technologies: Pratt Power Systems Unit to be Sold to Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
U.S. Geothermal: Neal Hot Springs Project Update
RE Tech & Climate Change 13

Thailand and U.S. Suffered Biggest Losses from Severe Weather in 2011
Designing Geothermal Feed-in Tariffs
AWEA Chief to Resign in New Year
State News 14
California: Interior Secretary Pledges Support for Salton Sea Restoration
Florida: Geothermal Energy Featured at Power-Gen Event
International News 16
Americas
Dominica: Iceland Firm Hired to Drill Geothermal Wells
Europe
Spain: Associations to Explore Actions Promoting Geothermal Energy
Pacific
Papua New Guinea: KUTh to Investigate Geothermal Possibilities
The Philippines: Four Geothermal Service Contracts Announced; Chevron/SMIC Partnership Eyeing New Prospects
Community Notice Board 17

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New This Week

GEA Seeks Information for 2013 US Geothermal Power Production and Development Report
Commerce Seeking Interest in Geothermal Trade Mission to East Africa (January 7)
GEA Co-hosting Two Inaugural Balls; Secure Tickets Now
Job Opportunities at DOE's Geothermal Technologies Program
Job Opportunity, Project Finance Specialist for African Clean Energy Finance, OPIC
Featured Notices
Utah to Hold Governors Energy Development Summit, January 10-11
BLM Announces Availability of Final EIS for the West Chocolate Mountains, California
Featured Jobs
Geothermal Positions in Switzerland at Univ. of Neuchatel and ETH Zurich
Enel Green Power Hiring Business Development Manager Geothermal in Reno
Two Open Positions in Geothermal Resource Management, State of Hawaii
Featured RFPs
Hawaii Electric Light Co. Announces Draft RFP
Bid Announced for Geothermal Exploration in Neuqun, Argentina (Dec. 31)
3E Consulting, USTDA Seek Geothermal Companies for Projects in Mexico
Renewable Energy and RECs, Public Service Co. of New Mexico, Proposals due January 31
Jamaica Issues RFP for RE Generation up to 115 MW (April 2)
Events 25
GEA and GEA-Sponsored Events
State of the Geothermal Energy Industry Briefing, Washington, DC (February 26, 2013)
International Geothermal Energy Finance Forum, New York, NY (April 11, 2013)
National Geothermal Summit, Reno, NV (June 26-27, 2013)
Featured Events
Geothermal Energy and Waste Heat to Power: Utilizing Oil and Gas Plays, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas
(March 12-14, 2013)
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National News
Feature Story: Californias Carbon Auction -- Will geothermals value as an emissions-reducing

commodity finally be recognized?
While public support for climate change aid is growing, U.S. negotiators once again offered no binding agreements on
emissions reductions at the most recent United Nations climate talks a stance that is becoming all too familiar to nations
that see U.S. participation as crucial. Meanwhile a divided Congress has held off regulating carbon emissions, and some
experts doubt that the nation will mandate protection of the climate via legislative act in the foreseeable future. Given
hesitancy at the top, it was an act of leadership when California introduced Assembly Bill 32, the mandate to reduce
greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the state to 1990 levels by 2020.
The newly implemented cap and trade system in California one

component of A.B. 32 is a vehicle to reach that goal, and the geothermal
industry is watching it closely. Californias vast and naturally low-emitting
geothermal resources play a significant role in reducing the states overall
carbon emissions. In November, companies made their first transactions in
the auction-based system.
Geothermal industry watches early auction results

California Air Resources Board (ARB) Chairwoman Mary D. Nichols told press
the November 14 auction was a success. Entities submitted sealed bids to
the ARB, resulting in 100% of the available 2013 allowances sold. But the
measure of success for the program as outlined by requirements of AB 32 is
not necessarily on how much money is raised; its whether the system is
effective in reducing emissions.
William Glassley, Director of the California Geothermal Energy Collaborative, noted there were 23 million allowances sold in
the auction, essentially equivalent to 23 million metric tonnes of CO 2 credits that can now be traded. The market may not
have been as enthusiastic as some people hoped, but thats a chunk of change; thats not something to forget about, he
pointed out.
Glassley talked with the Geothermal Energy Association (GEA) about the Golden States groundbreaking efforts and the
scenario that translates as opportunity for the geothermal industry. I think that the approach theyre taking in regard to
the cap and trade is a very thoughtful one, he said. They went through a significant process in evaluating what entities
should be included as responsible parties.
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The programs designers required entities that produce 25,000 or more metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent per year to be
subject to the carbon cap. Those entities can still pollute, but must purchase allowances for it. Since the number of
allowances for sale will shrink over time, it is expected that entities will implement emission reduction measures to reduce
the allowances they will need, and that allowances owned by the market could grow in value. Free allowances make up
part of the program, and this is another aspect that will change over time as ARB decreases the portion of allowances that
are given away free.
Geothermal plants do not emit GHG levels to be required to participate in the cap and trade, but geothermal energy
providers could choose to opt-in to the program, thereby increasing the visibility of geothermal as part of the trading
process and buying into the value of allowances. Some entities could potentially get free allowances by opting in.
According to guidance from CARB on opting in to the program and requesting free allowances, (PDF:
http://www.arb.ca.gov/cc/capandtrade/guidance/chapter4.pdf), For entities within sectors receiving free allocation
through the product-based allocation methodology, an entity may want to opt in if they are more efficient than other
entities in the sector. An entity that purchases steam from another entity may also be eligible to receive allowances to
compensate for a portion of the cap-and-trade costs included in purchased steam.
Geothermal providers generally did not choose to participate in the first auction, but could opt in to later auctions. It is
probably a wait-and-see approach, and that may be smart, said Glassley. And while geothermal companies arent
necessarily involved in the bidding process initially, they should watch and learn from the process, he said.
Its important at this stage that there be open discussions in the geothermal community about the various pros and cons
of strategies for participating in the process, Glassley said. Entities can put strategies to work in future quarterly auctions.
Geothermal a sure bet to minimize GHG emissions in the energy sector

Californias internal questions over how to minimize the emissions of the energy sector are coming out in the process. For
many familiar with the technology, geothermal energy is simply a logical answer. Geothermal plants emit extremely low
levels of GHGs -- zero emissions in some cases -- and provide a firm yet flexible alternative to high-emission energy sources
such as coal and natural gas.
The geothermal industry has supported Californias efforts, offering geothermal as a roadmap to meeting emissions-
reduction goals.
GEA applauds Californias efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by the year 2020. This ambitious goal will
serve to mitigate global climate change and increase Americas energy security, and geothermal is poised to provide the
Golden State with the roadmap to meet this target, said GEA Executive Director Karl Gawell. Californias program should
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serve as a model for other states and the federal government as we seek energy independence, job growth and a cleaner,
safer environment for future generations.
Last month GEA released a new report

detailing GHG emissions as they relate to
geothermal (http://geo-
energy.org/pressReleases/Emissions_CapT
rade.aspx). Geothermal plant emissions
are substantially lower than those of
traditional fossil-fuel plants, like natural
gas and coal plants. According to the
report an average geothermal power
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plant emits about 5% of the carbon
dioxide, 1% of the sulfur dioxide, and less than 1% of the nitrous oxide emitted by a coal-fired plant of equal size.
Glassley said he sees potential through the cap-and-trade process for greater visibility of the value that geothermal energy
provides as a commodity. The role geothermal could play is not appreciated enough, he said. Its a real learning
opportunity not only for the geothermal community, but for the public at large, the regulatory agencies, the Resources
Board, and the California PUC.
GEA has noted that in 2010, geothermal energy provided approximately 42% of Californias commercial in-state renewable
electricity generation. Various estimates of the additional future potential of geothermal energy in the state range from
3,186 to 24,750 MW using conventional and incrementally improved technologies, or between 10% and 90% of the
estimated increases in demand for new power generation for the state.
A carbon trading future in the U.S. and beyond

This is not the first cap and trade system in the U.S., but it differs from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, begun in
2009 in northeastern states, in many ways. That system only limits carbon dioxide emissions from electric utilities, but
Californias new program goes beyond to include large industrial facilities in 2013 and will add distributors of
transportation, natural gas and other fuels in 2015.
Ideally, other states will introduce similar systems or even join Californias system. Recently adopted regulations in Quebec
will facilitate carbon trading between the two jurisdictions, showing there is more than just idealism paving the way.
It seems likely similar systems could be developed in different states or that a multi-state approach will pan out, Glassley
told the GEA. This is probably where the future is going, he said, so it would be really smart to be looking at the
California example, and for the geothermal community specifically to improve its visibility and the recognition of its positive
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character so that when markets are put together in the future, they would explicitly take advantage of the opportunities
geothermal provides.
The role geothermal could play in the landscape of RPS goals and the cap-and-trade is diminished if companies arent
aggressively pursuing a presence out there, Glassley emphasized.
Geothermal could play a big part in pioneering efforts that will lead to success in the long run for the California system and
beyond. Australia, for example, just enacted a carbon tax which is scheduled to convert to a cap-and-trade system in 2015.
The longest running program is the European Unions Emissions Trading System, which became operational in 2005. China
is now working with the EU to establish a cap-and-trade program in eight of its cities. The California program is likely to
influence the design of emerging programs in Australia, South Korea and even China, wrote Dallas Burtraw, Senior Fellow
and Darius Gaskins Chair, Resources for the Future, in an Op-ed to the Sacramento Bee
(http://www.sacbee.com/2012/11/13/4980666/viewpoints-states-well-designed.html#storylink=cpy).
Opportunities for distributed generation expansion in California

By paying close attention as the cap-and-trade system plays out over the next few auction cycles, the industry can look
forward to getting a sense of the opportunity for the utility-scale geothermal industry to gain visibility as well as be a larger
part of the process of determining what aspects of the program might be used in future or expanded programs.
Given what the geothermal industry has, namely the ability to generate power without significant emissions, it can be a
great opportunity to get some kind of credit and recognition from that, Glassley said.
Glassley noted that California also presents opportunities for community-scale distributed generation geothermal projects.
Californias investor-owned utilities can set up independently of major utilities, and there are now 16 of these community
choice segregation efforts underway. This could result in a significant expansion for geothermal on the distributed
generation level.
Many of those efforts are happening in places where there are geothermal resources, Glassley said. The community
choice segregated groups are interested in geothermal, but arent sure how to go about it. They can talk in terms of how
many megawatts they need, but they dont know how to evaluable their resources, and the geothermal industry can
provide that service; we could see distributed generation take off as well.
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Geothermal Industry Ends 2012 on a High Note

WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 18, 2012) Year-end highlights include new domestic projects, international development
and policy benchmarks -- The past 12 months saw continued economic challenges for many American industries, including
those in the renewable energy field, but the countrys geothermal community witnessed a year of growth, both
domestically and abroad. The Geothermal Energy Association (GEA) today expressed optimism for 2013, while looking back
on a difficult, yet ultimately successful 2012.
U.S. Geothermal Projects: In 2012, seven new geothermal projects and additions came online in three different states,
totaling 147.05 MW of gross capacity. This represents the second highest increase in geothermal power capacity over a
calendar year since the production tax credit (PTC) was extended to geothermal in 2005, and a 5% percent increase over
2011 year-end data. The capacity added in 2012 would meet the residential needs of a city the size of Vancouver,
Washington or Kansas City, Kansas. Projects and new additions that came online in 2012 include:
John L. Featherstone Plant (CA): Energy Source, 49.9 MW
McGinness Hills (NV): Ormat, 30 MW
Neal Hot Springs (OR): U.S. Geothermal, 30.1 MW
San Emidio I (NV): U.S. Geothermal, 12.75 MW
Tuscarora (NV): Ormat, 18 MW
Dixie Valley I (NV): Terra-Gen, 6.2 MW
Florida Canyon Mine (NV): ElectraTherm, 0.1 MW
In addition to these seven projects, GEA identified 13 geothermal companies with projects in stage 3 or 4 of development.
Some of these projects are expected to come online in 2013. Some additional highlights of geothermal industry
development in 2012 were:
The first hybrid solar-geothermal project was commissioned by Enel Green Power at its Stillwater Geothermal
Power Plant.
The first co-production of geothermal power at a gold mine was commissioned by ElectraTherm at the Florida
Canyon Mine in Nevada.
The first in a decade high-temperature flash steam geothermal power plant was brought on-line in Southern
California by Energy Source, the 49.9MW John L. Featherstone Geothermal Power Plant.
The first utility-scale geothermal power plant in Oregon was brought on-line at Neal Hot Springs by U.S.
Geothermal.
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International Development: The international geothermal market continues to expand at a significant rate, and 2012 saw a
number of global breakthroughs. U.S. companies and agencies continued to maintain a strong presence in international
markets including Indonesia, the Philippines, Japan, Kenya, Rwanda, Nicaragua, Turkey, Mexico, Chile and Germany, where
leaders have begun to understand and embrace geothermals economic and environmental benefits.
Africa is a continent with enormous untapped geothermal potential, and the U.S. government showed its commitment to
helping achieve this potential. In June, GEA and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) signed a
memorandum of understanding agreement to assist East African countries expand their geothermal markets, while also
creating opportunities for U.S. companies to initiate new business in the region. Countries like Kenya, which set a goal of
bringing 5,000MW of geothermal power online by 2030, stand to benefit greatly from this agreement and the
establishment of the USAID-GEA U.S.-East Africa Geothermal Partnership (EAGP) program.
A number of U.S. geothermal companies were active around the globe in 2012, including:
Ram Power, whose San Jacinto-Tizate geothermal plant in Nicaragua began commercial operation in January. The
second phase of construction, to be completed late this year, will bring the plants capacity from 38.5 MW to 77
MW. When the project is completed it will represent a 10% addition to Nicaraguas current power generation
portfolio and provide a major economic boost to the country.
Geothermal Development Associates, which designed and supplied major equipment for the Eburru Wellhead
Geothermal Power Plant in Kenya. The plant was commissioned and began generating power up to 2.52 MW in
January.
Ormat, which won a Kenyan government tender to build a power station at the Menengai geothermal field near
Nairobi, and secured a $310 million loan from the U.S. Overseas Private Investment Corporation for its Olkaria III
geothermal plant in Naivasha, Kenya.
Geo-Global Energy in Chile completed the most productive geothermal well ever drilled in South America.
POWER Engineers signed a contract for full engineering and procurement services for the new Las Azufres plant in
Mexico and was involved in new plant engineering in Turkey and Nicaragua.
Technological Advancements: One of the most vital aspects of the geothermal industrys growth is technological
advancement, and there were many of note in 2012.
Enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) technology - the process of extracting heat from engineered reservoirs
through fluid injection and rock stimulation - represents the opportunity to tap into staggering geothermal
potential. At the worlds largest series of geothermal plants, The Geysers in California, the U.S. Department of
Energy invested $6 million in EGS technology, which resulted in a 5MW equivalent of geothermal steam at this
Calpine-operated project that is now on its way to commercial production. The Geothermal Technologies Program
is focused on lowering risk and cost in hydrothermal resource exploration and development, and on establishing
the technical and commercial viability of EGS through a combination of R&D and demonstration projects.
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The Department of Energy was also active at the Salton Sea geothermal plant operated by Simbol Materials. At this
demonstration facility, Simbol is working to produce lithium, manganese and zinc from geothermal brines during
the geothermal power process. The company plans to continue this work, which it believes has the potential to
produce enough lithium for 300,000-600,000 electric vehicle batteries per year, and to turn the United States into
a major lithium producer.
Policy: The presidential campaign of 2012 highlighted energy as an issue of the utmost importance to the public, and
President Barack Obamas support for renewables contributed significantly to his re-election. An increasing number of
Americans are throwing their support behind geothermal and other renewable sources, and this public backing was evident
in an election that featured Obamas plans for a clean energy future.
California implemented the nations largest cap-and-trade program to date to limit greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions,
following the goals of state mandate AB 32, the overall effort to lower emissions by 30% by the year 2020. While a program
that started in 2009 in the mid-Eastern states limits emissions from electric utilities, the Golden States new program goes
beyond to include large industrial facilities in 2013 and will add distributors of transportation, natural gas and other fuels in
2015. The geothermal industry in California supported the program, offering geothermal as a roadmap to meet the goals of
the program and its mandate, as geothermal plants emit extremely low levels of GHGs and zero emissions in some cases
and represent a firm yet flexible alternative to high-emission energy sources such as coal and natural gas.
Congress took action on a bi-partisan basis to help geothermal in 2012. Top on the list of several significant measures that
saw favorable Committee action was the Senate Finance Committee's "Family and Business Tax Certainty Act." It would
allow projects to lock in the federal tax credits once they were "under construction," instead of current law's approach
which requires them to be producing power by a specific date, and that date right now is January 1, 2014. The Senate
Finance Committee approved the change on a strong bi-partisan vote, and it is actively under discussion in the lame duck
session's "fiscal cliff" negotiations. If it is adopted, it could spur strong growth in geothermal power for several years.
Geothermal Community Events: Over the course of 2012, GEA held a series of annual events that brought together industry
and policy leaders from around the world. These events are not only educational in nature, but they serve as the front line
for doing business. The events included the GEA Geothermal Energy Finance and Development Forum in San Francisco, the
GEA International Geothermal Energy Showcase in Washington, D.C., the National Geothermal Summit in Sacramento, and
the GEA Geothermal Energy Expo in Reno. Attendance at these events was at a high in 2012, and more countries were
represented than ever before. GEA events in 2012 brought in participants from 40 states and 32 countries proving the
geothermal industry is truly a global market.
In 2013, GEA sponsors the following events:

February 26, 2013: State of the Geothermal Energy Industry Briefing, Washington, DC
April 11, 2013: International Geothermal Energy Finance Forum, New York, NY
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June 26-27, 2013: National Geothermal Summit, Reno, NV

August 15, 2013: GEA Honors Press Event
September 29-October 2, 2013: GEA Geothermal Energy Expo and GRC Annual Meeting, MGM Grand, Las Vegas,
NV
Click here for more information on 2013 geothermal events.
2013 Outlook: The geothermal industry is poised to build on its 2012 successes in the coming year. Across the globe more
and more countries are unearthing their geothermal potential, and in the United States hopes are high that the PTC will be
extended, further bolstering the industry. An extension of the PTC would be a boon for geothermal, and an uptick in
construction would likely ensue.
As the U.S. and nations around the world look to replace fossil fuels to minimize the threat of global warming, geothermal
power will grow in its value and importance in the years ahead. Geothermal can provide both firm and flexible power. It
can bring the reliability of 24/7 baseload power or complement other energy technologies by firming up more intermittent
power generation. It can also provide power for small co-production projects to large utility scale power plants.
Renewable Energy Tax Credit Extension is Needed

Now through the new year, GEA will be watching to see whether a tax extenders bill will pass the Congress that includes
extensions for renewable energy tax credits. In an article to the National Journal, GEA ED Karl Gawell writes, Calling the
Section 45 Production Tax Credit (PTC) the "wind" credit ignores the fact that is has been extended to cover most
renewable power technologies. The PTC has been the incentive behind recent growth in these industries.
Gawell explained evidence that the PTC has supported geothermal growth, and that the extension would have immediate
effects on the industry. Geothermal energy has seen a period of resurgence since 2005, when the Energy Policy Act
expanded the production tax credit to include new geothermal power projects. If the credit is extended, as has been
proposed on a bi-partisan basis by the Senate Finance Committee, next year there will be continued growth. Otherwise,
expect to see a downturn, he wrote.
The wind industry has backed a phase-out system for the PTC as a way to prevent an immediate cut-off, which is what will
happen for the wind industry if no extension is made. Geothermal would expire at the end of next year. A six-year
production tax credit phase-out plan proposed by AWEA would extend the 2.2-cent per kilowatt-hour credit for wind power
production by one year, then phase it out through the next five years (see The Hill).
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GEA Member Company News
Gradient Resources: $155M Financing Complete for Patua Geothermal Project

Press Release (Reno, Nev.) December 18 Gradient Resources Inc., a privately held corporation headquartered in Reno,
Nevada, recently completed a $155M financing for construction of the first phase of its Patua Geothermal Project. Initial
work at the Patua site, located near Fernley, Nevada, began in 2011. The lending group, led by Union Bank, N.A., included
Canadian Imperial Bank (CIBC), ING Capital LLC, and Siemens Financial Services.
The Patua Project will proceed in phases, the first being 30 MW, under a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD). Gradients Patua plant will become operational and is set to deliver power to
the grid in September of 2013.
Ram Power: Agreement for Clayton Valley Project Terminated

Press Release (Reno, Nev.) December 12 -- Ram Power, Corp. (TSX : RPG ) ("Ram Power" or the "Company"), a renewable
energy company focused on the development, production and sale of electricity from geothermal energy, announced today
that it has terminated its power purchase agreement ("PPA") with Nevada Power Company d/b/a NV Energy ("NV Energy")
for the sale of power from its Clayton Valley geothermal power project located in west central Nevada. The PPA
termination will allow the Company to refocus its capital resources on its operating project in San Jacinto, Nicaragua.
"I would like to thank NV Energy for their cooperation in this PPA termination process," said Shuman Moore, President and
CEO of Ram Power. "As we continue to develop our Company, we are constantly evaluating our projects both near and long
term, with a focus on developing those projects which will result in the maximizing of shareholder value."
Terra-Gen Power: BLM Approves Coyote Canyon South Geothermal Exploration Project
The Carson City District-Stillwater Field Office of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has issued a Decision Record
allowing the Coyote Canyon South Geothermal Exploration Project. The geothermal exploration project is proposed by TGP
Dixie Development Company, LLC and is located in Dixie Valley, Churchill County. The final Environmental Assessment (EA)
analyzed potential impacts from the proposed exploration activities, including, according to the NEPA project summary:
Terra-Gen Power LLC proposes to evaluate the geothermal resources that exist at their geothermal leases in Dixie Valley.
The project area is directly south of the Coyote Canyon geothermal project area previously analyzed. This will include
drilling of observation wells between 6,000 and 10,000 feet deep at as many as 15 locations. Each drill site would require
construction of a drill pad 350 feet by 350 feet (2.8 acres). Access roads to drill sites would use existing roads to the extent
possible.
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Other activity includes up to 6 miles of new road, one or more temporary water well, and a personnel camp. To view links
to the EA and related documents, visit the BLM Web site
at: http://www.blm.gov/nv/st/en/fo/carson_city_field/blm_information/nepa/nepa_archives.html.
United Technologies: Pratt Power Systems Unit to be Sold to Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
Press Release (East Hartford, Conn.) December 12 - United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX) today announced it has reached
agreement to sell its Pratt & Whitney Power Systems unit, currently part of Pratt & Whitney, to Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
(MHI). Terms of the agreement were not disclosed and the transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2013.
Divesting Power Systems allows UTC to focus on its core aerospace and commercial businesses. The transaction is subject
to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals.
"We are pleased to announce Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' agreement to purchase Pratt & Whitney Power Systems. It is a
significant step in UTC's ongoing portfolio transformation," said Pratt & Whitney President David Hess. "Pratt & Whitney
Power Systems is a solid company with many talented employees, and we are pleased to place it with a company that will
provide it with the resources and capabilities for future growth. We will remain focused on our customers, providing them
with superior products and services, and I know that MHI will do the same."
Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines, space propulsion systems and
industrial gas turbines. United Technologies, based in Hartford, Conn., is a diversified company providing high technology
products and services to the global aerospace and building industries.
U.S. Geothermal: Neal Hot Springs Project Update

Press Release (Boise, Idaho) December 13 -- U.S. Geothermal Inc. (TSX:GTH)(NYSE MKT:HTM), a leading renewable energy
company focused on the development, production and sale of electricity from geothermal energy, provides this update on
the Neal Hot Springs project located near Vale, Oregon.
The three module plant is operating and currently delivering 23.0 net megawatts ("MW") to our customer, Idaho Power
Company, with the following status of each module unit:
Unit 1 is currently online and operational with gross generation of 11.0 MW;
Unit 2 is also online and operational with gross generation of 10.4 MW; and,
Unit 3 currently online and was recently synchronized to the grid. Gross generation from Unit 3 is 8.7 MW
operating in sub critical mode.
The three modules are still undergoing various mechanical and control system adjustments, tests and modifications to meet
overall design criteria. The project contractor is expected to complete work during the first quarter of 2013.
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RE Tech & Climate Change
Thailand and U.S. Suffered Biggest Losses from Severe Weather in 2011
Research from the independent group Germanwatch shows Thailand and the U.S. both suffered the greatest financial
damage from severe weather in 2011. Both incurred about $75 billion worth of damage during that year. Thailand was
affected by massive flooding from tropical storms and overflowing dams, while the U.S. was affected by instances such as
droughts, landslides and wildfires. The Thai government launched a response to 2011 natural disasters costing $10 billion
that includes a comprehensive water management and flood prevention infrastructure development program
(Royalthaiembassy.cmail1.com). Other significantly affected countries that year were China ($13 billion), Pakistan ($5.8
billion), and Brazil ($4.7 billion).
Designing Geothermal Feed-in Tariffs

Via Sustainable Energy Coalition, source: Wind-Works.org -- Most North American renewable energy advocates, EnNGOs,
and other erstwhile energy policy wonks have consistently ignored the potential of geothermal energy. Yet through 2010
geothermal energy contributed nearly 13 TWh of generation in California, meeting 4.4% of demand. This was twice as much
as either wind energy (2%) or biomass (2.1%). And there remains substantial untapped geothermal potential in California.
As much of 7% more of California's demand can be met by distributed geothermal development. However, some risks
specific to geothermal power plant development have slowed its development. Accordingly, an 82-page report
"Geothermal FIT Design" by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory discusses how feed-in tariffs can be used in the U.S.
to specifically address geothermal energy. One of the most useful elements of the report is a thorough review of
geothermal feed-in tariffs worldwide and the assumptions various countries used to calculate the tariffs needed for
geothermal.
AWEA Chief to Resign in New Year

Denise Bode, chief executive with the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), announced she will leave her post in
January. Rob Gramlich, AWEA's senior vice president for public policy, will serve as interim CEO. Bode has been at the
head of the organization for four years and discussed the possible extension of the production tax credit for renewable
energy in an interview with The Hill. She was quoted that she is "not going anywhere" until the credit extension "gets
done." Her plans are then to return to private practice as a tax attorney in order to represent energy and other firms in
possible tax reform discussions during the next Congress, she was quoted.
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State News
California: Interior Secretary Pledges Support for Salton Sea Restoration

On a visit to the Salton Sea this month, Interior Secretary Ken Salazar pledged on behalf of President Obama and his
administration the full support for moving forward and finding real solutions to the challenges that we face. The Secretary
was visiting the site along with U.S. Sen. Barbara Boxer, D-Calif., Rep.-elect Raul Ruiz, D-Coachella, and state Assemblyman
V. Manuel Prez, D-Coachella. Bruce Wilcox, environmental program manager for the Imperial Irrigation District, briefed
Salazar on the issues the Salton Sea faces. Geothermal energy initiatives offer partial solutions, and local agencies have
plans but need resources, Wilcox was quoted in an article on Ivpressonline.com. Salazar invited a delegation from the
Salton Sea Authority to meet with members of his office in DC.
The Salton Sea Authoritys Web site summarizes the needs and efforts to revitalize the habitat: The Salton Sea Authority
has recognized the Sea's challenges and has begun the restoration process, to not only sustain the Sea, but also revitalize it
as an environmental and economic wellspring. The Salton Sea Authority, along with the U.S. Department of Interior's
Bureau of Reclamation, has begun efforts to maintain the Sea as an agricultural drainage reservoir, restore the wildlife
resources and habitats, stimulate recreational use, and provide an environment for economic development.
Florida: Geothermal Energy Featured at Power-Gen Event

The Renewable Energy World North America Conference and Expo (REWNA) and POWER-GEN International event on
December 11-13, 2012 in Orlando, Florida featured a Geothermal Track with 11 distinguished speakers: Elaine Sison-
Lebrilla, SMUD; Josh Nordquist, Ormat Technologies; Roger Hudson, Parson Brinkerhoff; John Fox, ElectraTherm; Karl
Gawell, Geothermal Energy Association; Mike Long, Power Engineers; Kelsey Southerland, TAS Energy; Halley Dickey, TAS
Energy; Dr. Xuele Qi, GE Global Research; Loy Sneary, Gulf Coast Green Energy; and Dave Marshall, GeoTek. Halley Dickey
(TAS), Joe Lillard (Atlas Copco), Leslie Blodgett (Geothermal Energy Association), and Meg Cichon (Renewable Energy World)
chaired the three geothermal sessions.
In Session 2A - Geothermal Overview: Global Opportunities for Development - Panel Discussion, Sison-Lebrilla gave the
perspective of a utility in California. Although prices have been difficult for geothermal, the renewable space is expected to
increase in the next few years, she said. Nordquist provided the view of a geothermal company building, owning and
operating both domestically and abroad. He emphasized the importance of resource identification to effective progress.
Hudson provided an overview of a wide history of experience in geothermal in the Pacific islands region, noting the
importance of cultural ties in global work.
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In Session 2B - Government Policy to Mitigate Risk for Geothermal Projects - Panel Discussion, Gawell spoke highly of recent
efforts at the Department of Energys Geothermal Technologies Program, but asked: when and how will the federal
government begin to act on climate change? Long brought a different view of government policy having just returned from
work in Africa where, he says, the geothermal market is relevant and exciting. Fox provided expertise from a
manufacturers perspective. Southerland underlined the importance of policy for industry growth, noting the waste heat
industry has even less legislated support than geothermal does.
In Session 2C - Innovative Geothermal Technologies, the discussion turned to technology advancements. Dickey discussed
Advanced Supercritical Refrigerant Power Cycles- Neal Hot Springs - San Emidio. Qi explained the latest data on a project,
High-Temperature Artificial Lifting System for Enhanced Geothermal Systems. Snearys presentation showed exciting
developments on Produced Water from O&G Wells: Denbury Resources, Mississippi Demo. And Marshalls expertise was
on Improving Binary Cycle Efficiency by Eliminating Parasitic Loads.
As part of the larger event, Renewable Energy World network editors announced the project of the year winners including
two geothermal projects. Best Geothermal Project was awarded to Hudson Ranch I (now the John L. Featherstone Plant),
owned by EnergySource in Imperial Valley, Calif. Best Geothermal Project Runner-Up was awarded to PMU Dominica, on
the island of Dominica.
2 Orlando hosted the December 2012 Power-Gen event
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International News
Americas
Dominica: Iceland Firm Hired to Drill Geothermal Wells
Dominicas government has signed an $18.1 million contract with the Iceland Drilling Company for geothermal work,
including a production well to be drilled in Laudat, and a reinjection well planned for Lily Valley, Trafalgar. Prime Minister
Roosevelt Skerrit was quoted in press that using these funds on the geothermal project will help in the future to address
several challenges the country faces all at once (Caribbean Journal). The drilling work is expected to begin by June 2013.
Europe
Spain: Associations to Explore Actions Promoting Geothermal Energy
The Association of Geologists (ICOG) and the Association of Renewable Energy Producers (APPA) have signed a cooperation
agreement to support geothermal energy initiatives in Spain. Geothermal energy in the country has been mostly focused
on heat pumps, but the organizations aim to explore actions that will promote the greater use of geothermal in the national
renewable energy plan (Thinkgeoenergy.com).
Pacific
Papua New Guinea: KUTh to Investigate Geothermal Possibilities
Australian geothermal developer KUTh Energy recently signed an agreement with PNGs Kula Energy on geothermal
projects in Papua New Guinea, and has now applied for mineral exploration licenses there (Rnzi.com). KUThs managing
director, David McDonald was quoted: There are many uses in which hot water and steam can be put to use and that
doesnt mean just in power, so many people use it for drying copra and many other direct use applications so I guess were
going to look at that and determine what benefits it can bring to the local community.
The Philippines: Four Geothermal Service Contracts Announced; Chevron/SMIC Partnership Eyeing New
Prospects
It looks like there will be an influx of at least four geothermal service contracts awarded to project developers in the
Philippines by the Energy department before the end of 2012, ending the year on a positive note for future growth in the
country (Manila Bulletin). A geothermal contract for the Negron Cuadrado prospect in Zambales and Pampanga will be
awarded to AP Renewables, Inc. of the Aboitiz group; and three other contracts will be awarded to Basic Energy
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Corporation for the Iriga geothermal power project in Albay and Camarines Sur; Mariveles prospect in Bataan; and East
Mankayan prospect along Ifugao, Benguet and Mountain Province.
Additionally, the Chevron, SM Investments Corp. (SMIC) partnership announced they are looking at additional prospective
geothermal development sites. The venture is looking at prospects in Cebu and is also eyeing Samar, Bohol, Palawan,
Northern Luzon primarily in Kalinga, as well as in Mindanao, according to the Manila Bulletin. GEAs December 6 newsletter
noted All First Equity Holdings, the SMIC company owned by tycoon Henry Sy, is new to the geothermal business as the
local partner of Chevron Geothermal Philippines in the latters Filipinization process, which requires a 60% domestic
ownership in order to explore and exploit indigenous renewable energy resources.
Community Notice Board

Feature general announcements and notices for the geothermal energy industry. Contact: leslie@geo-energy.org.
New This Week
GEA Seeks Information for 2013 US Geothermal Power Production and Development Report
GEA is preparing to gather information for its 2013 US Geothermal Power Production and Development Report. If your
company or organization is involved in developing a geothermal project, and you would like to submit information on that
project for inclusion in the 2013 report, please contact Benjamin Matek at ben@geo-energy.org or at (202) 454 5291.
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Information must be complete no later than February 12 , 2013, for a target release date of February 26 , 2013. If a
project your company is developing was included in the last industry report, GEA still asks for confirmation from the
developer regarding the current status of the project for the 2013 report.
Questions regarding the US Geothermal Power Production and Development Report? Contact Benjamin Matek, GEA,
ben@geo-energy.org or (202) 454 5291. A copy of the 2012 industry report can be accessed through GEAs Web site.
Commerce Seeking Interest in Geothermal Trade Mission to East Africa (January 7)
The U.S. Department of Commerce, USAID, and the East Africa Geothermal Partnership (EAGP) -- USAID's public private
partnership with the US Geothermal Energy Association -- are exploring US corporate interest in a future potential Trade
Mission to 2-3 East African countries in mid-2013 to explore opportunities for U.S. geothermal companies to participate in
East African geothermal development.
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Geothermal reserves in East Africa's Rift Valley may amount to 15-20,000 MW of power, and they represent significant
opportunities for U.S. geothermal companies. Several East African governments are actively pursuing geothermal
development programs and in the process attracting a wide variety of donors, investment banks, and private developers.
Efforts have been made to mitigate risks associated with the development of these reserves, as exemplified by the recently
established African Union/ KFW Geothermal Risk Mitigation Facility (GRMF) addressing investment risks associated with
resource exploration.
Department of Commerce trade missions take U.S. firms overseas for one-to-one meetings with potential clients and
partners, high level networking events, briefings and seminars, and site visits to local facilities. Trade Mission participants
would likely incur a fee of 3-6 thousand dollars, in addition to the cost of airfare, lodging and meals. (Total program costs
could range, on the high end, from $7,000 to $10,000 after airfare, lodging etc. is factored in.) The Trade Mission delegation
would likely visit 2-3 East African countries in 5-7 days. This proposed mission would be planned and implemented by the
Department of Commerce with input from EAGP, however this is not a direct EAGP activity. Commerce is seeking initial
expressions of interest in order to gauge whether or not to move forward with this Trade Mission.
If your company may have interest in joining this Trade Mission, please email David McCormack
(David.McCormack@trade.gov),International Trade Specialist, with an expression of interest by Monday, January 7.
Please also include which of the following countries your firm would be most interested in visiting from among: Ethiopia,
Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania. Expressing interest will not commit your company to participating in the Trade
Mission at this stage.
GEA Co-hosting Two Inaugural Balls; Secure Tickets Now
With inauguration time right around the corner, we would like to bring some inaugural ball opportunities to your attention.
GEA is excited to be co-hosting two separate inaugural balls in Washington, DC.
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The Green Inaugural Ball will be held on Sunday, January 20 at the Marriott Wardman Park and is being hosted by the
National Wildlife Federation, SEIA, Energy & Environment for Obama, the DC Environmental Film Festival and others.
Individual tickets are $250 to attend (this is a special pre-sale price). GEA has a small number of tickets tentatively reserved
for our members. Please let Kathy know (kathy@geo-energy.org) as soon as possible if you are interested in more
information on individual tickets. If you are interested in sponsorship or VIP tickets, please contact Malea Stenzel Gilligan
directly at 202-797-6605 or maleastenzel@nwa.org.
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The Environmental & Clean Energy Inaugural Ball will be held on Monday, January 21 at the Sequioa, Washington Harbor
and is being hosted by a collaboration of Environmental & Clean Energy Leadership Partners. Individual tickets are $200. As
with the Green Ball, GEA has a small number of tickets tentatively reserved for our members. Please let Kathy know
(kathy@geo-energy.org) as soon as possible if you are interested in more information on individual tickets.
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Make sure take care of this presale opportunity. Tickets for both events will go on sale to the general public Christmas week
and will sell out.
Job Opportunities at DOE's Geothermal Technologies Program
DOE's Geothermal Technologies Program recently posted a number of vacancies on www.usajobs.com (keyword search
Geothermal). Locations are all listed in Golden, Colorado and Washington DC.
Supervisory Physical Scientist

Open Period: 12/11/2012 to 12/26/2012
Salary: $105,211.00 - $136,771.00 / Per Year
Series & Grade: GS-1301-14/14
Position Info: Full-Time - Permanent
Control Number: 333373400
JOA Number: EEGO-13-CR-34-AL-00364
Supervisory General Engineer

Open Period: 12/11/2012 to 12/26/2012
Salary: $105,211.00 - $136,771.00 / Per Year
Supervisory General Engineer

Open Period: 12/11/2012 to 12/26/2012
Salary: $123,758.00 - $155,500.00 / Per Year
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Supervisory Physical Scientist

Open Period: 12/11/2012 to 12/26/2012
Salary: $123,758.00 - $155,500.00 / Per Year
Physical Scientist
Open Period: 12/11/2012 to 12/26/2012
Salary: $89,033.00 - $115,742.00 / Per Year
General Engineer
Open Period: 12/11/2012 to 12/26/2012
Salary: $89,033.00 - $115,742.00 / Per Year
Job Opportunity, Project Finance Specialist for African Clean Energy Finance, OPIC
The Overseas Private Investment Corporation, a government agency, is looking to fill a geothermal related position.
Job Title: Project Finance Specialist for African Clean Energy Finance
Open Period: 12/11/2012 to 12/27/2012
Salary: $89,033.00 - $136,771.00 / Per Year
Position Info: Full-time - Permanent
JOA Number: OPIC-SMEF-2013-0002
Additional details are available at https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/333466100.
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Featured Notices
Utah to Hold Governors Energy Development Summit, January 10-11
Submitted by Utah Office of Energy Development -- This upcoming January, we are hosting our annual Governor's Energy
Summit on January 10-11. The field of energy is continually expanding, evolving, and influencing the way we live. During
the Governors Energy Development Summit in 2013, the latest technologies, processes, and hot topics that affect your
business will be discussed. The Summit is on January 10-11, 2013 at the Salt Palace Convention Center. This two day event
is the largest energy event in Utah.
The Summit sold out early last year with over 1,100 attendees. Participation included representation from 21 states and
several international companies. This year we project attendance to expand beyond 1,500 attendees. We also anticipate
registration to reach full capacity in the coming weeks prior to the Summit and want to make sure you have the opportunity
to attend. For the agenda or more information about the Summit please visit the Registration Website.
BLM Announces Availability of Final EIS for the West Chocolate Mountains, California
From the Notice of Availability in the Federal Register (PDF): The Final EIS/Proposed Plan Amendment analyzes the
potential environmental impacts of making available approximately 18,765 3 acres of BLM-managed surface lands in the
West Chocolate Mountains REEA for testing and developing solar and wind energy facilities and for leasing approximately
20,027 acres of Federal mineral estate near Niland, California, for geothermal energy testing and development.
The Final EIS/Proposed Plan Amendment analyzed six alternatives. The preferred alternative is Alternative 6 Geothermal
Development Emphasis with Moderate Solar Development and No Wind Development. Under this alternative, the CDCA
Plan would be amended to identify areas in the West Chocolate REEA as suitable for geothermal leasing and development
and solar energy development, subject to constraints related to the presence of sensitive resources. Standard stipulations
would be required for leasing and development, as well as a special stipulation for groundwater usage that would require
preparation of a Water Supply Assessment under State law SB-610. Proposed renewable energy development that would
require high water usage would not be authorized. The CDCA Plan would be amended to identify the West Chocolate REEA
as 4 unsuitable for wind energy development due to conflicts with the Chocolate Mountains Aerial Gunnery Range fly zone.
Under the preferred alternative, overall development also would be managed with lands east of the Coachella Canal subject
to a disturbance cap of 10 percent to preserve wildlife habitat, and the west side of the Coachella Canal identified as a Solar
Energy Zone (SEZ). No projects would be authorized at this time.
Contact: Sandra McGinnis, BLM Planning and Environmental Coordinator, telephone 916-978-4427; address 2800 Cottage
Way, Suite w-1623, Sacramento, CA 95825; e-mail wcm_comments@blm.gov.
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Featured Jobs
Geothermal Positions in Switzerland at Univ. of Neuchatel and ETH Zurich
Via the Swiss Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications -- Three various openings at
the professional level are open in Switzerland, all related to geothermal energy.
One position is at the University of Neuchatel: The University of Neuchtel, Switzerland, invites applications for a position of
Full Professor or Assistant Professor in Geothermics. The successful candidate will establish a dynamic research program in
fundamental and applied geothermics as part of a competence center for hydrogeology and geothermics. Contact: Prof. D.
Hunkeler, Daniel.hunkeler@unine.ch.
The other two are at ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich). The Department of Mechanical and
Process Engineering (www.mavt.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for a full professorship or an assistant
professorship (tenure track) in Geoenergy Process Technologies; The Department of Earth Sciences (www.erdw.ethz.ch) at
ETH Zurich invites applications for a professorship in Geothermal Reservoir Engineering, covering deep geothermal energy
and related processes in geological reservoirs. Contact: Prof. P. Rudolf von Rohr, vonrohr@ipe.mavt.ethz.ch
Enel Green Power Hiring Business Development Manager Geothermal in Reno
Enel Green Power is hiring a Business Development Manager Geothermal in Reno, Nevada. Desired qualities: experience
in geothermal development; willing to travel. Please forward resume and salary requirements to fiona.maguire@enel.com.
Two Open Positions in Geothermal Resource Management, State of Hawaii
Submitted by the State of Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, 9/19/12 -- The State of Hawaii Department of
Land and Natural Resources is recruiting for two positions for its Mineral Resources Section to perform geothermal
resource management functions. The recruitments are being handled by the Department of Human Resources
Development. Follow the links below for more information:
Geologist II: Recruitment Number 212093 - Downtown, Oahu Employment Only. Currently a continuous recruitment. This
is NOT an entry level or trainee position. This position heads a Hydrology-Geology section in a program of water and land
development, and also advises on geological aspects relative to other departmental programs and to programs of other
agencies.
Professional Registered Engineer: Recruitment Number 212071. Downtown, Oahu Employment Only. Currently a
continuous recruitment. Engineering Experience: Four years of progressively responsible professional engineering which
required the knowledge and application of the basic physical and mathematical and engineering sciences to the solution of
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theoretical or practical engineering problems. At least one year of Engineering Experience must have been comparable to
the Engineer IV in State service.
Featured RFPs
Hawaii Electric Light Co. Announces Draft RFP
Submitted by HELCO -- Hawaii Electric Light Company (HELCO) filed a draft Request for Proposals for Renewable
Geothermal Dispatchable Energy and Firm Capacity Resources, Island of Hawaii (Draft Geothermal RFP) with the Hawaii
Public Utilities Commission (PUC) on November 9, 2012. The Draft Geothermal RFP is available on HELCOs Geothermal
RFP Web site (http://geothermalrfp.helcohi.com). The Draft Geothermal RFP seeks proposals for the supply of up to fifty
(50) megawatts (MW) of qualified renewable geothermal dispatchable energy and firm capacity, and other required and
preferred capabilities to be delivered to the HELCO system on the Island of Hawaii under a Geothermal Power Purchase
Agreement (PPA).
Bid Announced for Geothermal Exploration in Neuqun, Argentina (Dec. 31)
Via the Consulate General and Promotion Center of Argentina -- An opportunity is available for a geothermal energy
exploration contract at the Maitena and Mara Victoria mines in Argentina. The contract includes the right to exploit
geothermal resources for a maximum term of 25 years and to build and operate one or more geothermal power plant. The
electrical power produced from the geothermal resource which has been explored and exploited from the mines will be
sold by the concessionaire, who will assume all the related risk. The concessionaire must pay the royalties and provincial
taxes, excluding those covered by the provincial government. Tax breaks, technical assistance, and financial facilities are
available. The sponsoring institution can offer the concessionaire access to an important local cluster of service companies,
highly skilled workers and the workforce needed for the project. Furthermore, the sponsoring institution has experience in
similar project offerings, including specific tender offers made to local and international investors in recent years, including
the granting of a concession to build and exploit a geothermal power plant of 30 MW in Copahue, province of Neuqun,
awarded in 2010. The feasibility study has been completed. There is no set deadline, however, it would be advisable that
interested parties should enter in contact with the local authorities by year end. Interested parties should contact Mr.
Jorge Usandivaras at invest@cnyor.com or comercial@cnyor.com or call 212-603-0401 in order to receive the bidding
terms and conditions.
3E Consulting, USTDA Seek Geothermal Companies for Projects in Mexico
Submitted by 3E Consulting -- 3E Consulting LLC (3E) has been contracted by the US Trade and Development Agency to
perform a Definitional Mission for Environmental Sector Projects in Mexico to identify areas for Technical cooperation in
the electric power sector. 3E visited Mexico in October, identifying two potential Comision Federal de Electricidad (CFE)
geothermal projects; one requiring H2S removal and the other HCl removal in order to expand capacity at the plants.
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Methodology: The 3E team will work with CFE to identify priority projects that meet USTDAs funding criteria and write up
terms of reference for technical cooperation studies to advance projects or technical cooperation ventures. If approved by
both CFE and USTDA, a grant will be made to CFE, who will then solicit and contract with a U.S. company to perform the
study. Contact: A. John Rezaiyan, President, 3E Consulting, LLC at jrezaiyan@verizon.net; rezaiyan@3EConsulting.biz;
Phone: 410-908-4987; Skype: john rezaiyan
Renewable Energy and RECs, Public Service Co. of New Mexico, Proposals due January 31
Via DOE Green Power Network -- Public Service Company of New Mexico RFP seeking proposals for renewable energy
certificates (RECs) and accompanying renewable electric energy or RECs without accompanying energy up to a maximum of
375,000 megawatt-hours per year starting no earlier than January 1, 2014. Procurement of RECs with or without
accompanying renewable electric energy must comply with New Mexico's definition of renewable energy sources
stipulated in the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard. A pre-bid conference will be held on December 10, 2012. Contact:
RenewableRFP@pnmresources.com
Jamaica Issues RFP for RE Generation up to 115 MW (April 2)
Released November 26, The Office of Utilities Regulation (the Office/ OUR) is inviting interested entities to submit proposals
for the supply of one or more plants of varying configurations greater than 100kW and up to 115 MW of renewable
generating capacity to the national grid on a Build Own and Operate (BOO) basis. The Request for Proposal is available at
http://www.our.org.jm/. Proposal Document will be due on April 2, 2013.
Via OUR, The Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining (MSTEM) has portfolio responsibility for the energy
sector and as such has the role of formulating and promulgating the implementation of Jamaicas Energy Policy. The
National Energy Policy (NEP) 20092030 has identified fuel diversification and the development of the countrys renewable
energy sources as two of its main objectives. The request for renewable electrical energy and/or capacity from renewable
sources is in keeping with the Government of Jamaicas (GOJ) target for renewable energy sources by 2015.
Contact: Office of Utilities Regulation, Third Floor, PCJ Resource Centre, 36 Trafalgar Road, Kingston 10, Jamaica, W.I.
Mr. Peter Johnson, Manager, Utility Monitoring, (876) 968 6053 or 115MWrfp@our.org.jm; Facsimile: (876) 929 3635.
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Events
GEA and GEA-Sponsored Events

Your company has the opportunity for high visibility at GEAs events. In addition to providing the financial support needed
for GEA to undertake successful events, sponsors garner extensive coverage through media availabilities in mainstream
press outlets. Contact: Kathy, kathy@geo-energy.org. Geo-energy.org/events
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 todays 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 GEAs 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. GEA does not sell your email or postal address to junk mailers or spammers.
State of the Geothermal Energy Industry Briefing, Washington, DC (February 26, 2013)
Event summary: This will be a half day program focused on the results of GEAs Annual Industry Update. The target
audience will be congressional staffers, government agencies and GEA members.
International Geothermal Energy Finance Forum, New York, NY (April 11, 2013)
Event summary: This full day program will bring geothermal industry together with the finance and investment community.
With monumental geothermal growth internationally this program will not only highlight U.S. geothermal development and
the keys to getting projects done in our back yard but also projects, policies, and development driving geothermal growth in
the worlds top markets.
National Geothermal Summit, Reno, NV (June 26-27, 2013)
Event summary: GEA will host its third annual National Geothermal Summit which brings together companies and
individuals in the geothermal industry with experts, government officials and other key decision makers. The Summit will
feature policy leaders discussing the status and future of geothermal power in the Western states. New additions to the
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Summit in 2013 will be a panel discussing the state of geothermal technology and an expanded exhibit space to
accommodate more vendors.
Featured Events
Geothermal Energy and Waste Heat to Power: Utilizing Oil and Gas Plays, Southern Methodist University,
Dallas, Texas (March 12-14, 2013)
The SMU Geothermal Laboratory, a leader in research on the conversion of oil and gas fields into geothermal energy
projects, welcomed 200 attendees at its 5th conference dedicated to Geothermal Energy and Waste Heat to Power:
Utilizing Oil and Gas Plays. The conference focuses on an exciting part of the industry: taking these wells and energizing
them with geothermal power instead of abandoning them. Request updates on this event from Maria Richards:
mrichard@smu.edu. Smu.edu/geothermal
GEOTHERMAL ENERGY WEEKLY ~ A newsletter for the geothermal industry written by Leslie Blodgett and Karl Gawell
2012 Geothermal Energy Association

Contact, subscribe, submit posts ~ leslie@geo-energy.org ~ 202 454 5241
Archives ~ http://www.geo-energy.org/updates.aspx
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GEA Member Company News 11

RE Tech & Climate Change 13

Community Notice Board 17

New This Week

Feature Story: Californias Carbon Auction -- Will geothermals value as an emissions-reducing

The newly implemented cap and trade system in California one

Geothermal industry watches early auction results

Geothermal a sure bet to minimize GHG emissions in the energy sector

Last month GEA released a new report

A carbon trading future in the U.S. and beyond

Opportunities for distributed generation expansion in California

Geothermal Industry Ends 2012 on a High Note

In 2013, GEA sponsors the following events:

June 26-27, 2013: National Geothermal Summit, Reno, NV

Click here for more information on 2013 geothermal events.

Renewable Energy Tax Credit Extension is Needed

GEA Member Company News

Gradient Resources: $155M Financing Complete for Patua Geothermal Project

Ram Power: Agreement for Clayton Valley Project Terminated

U.S. Geothermal: Neal Hot Springs Project Update

RE Tech & Climate Change

Designing Geothermal Feed-in Tariffs

AWEA Chief to Resign in New Year

California: Interior Secretary Pledges Support for Salton Sea Restoration

Florida: Geothermal Energy Featured at Power-Gen Event

2 Orlando hosted the December 2012 Power-Gen event

Dominica: Iceland Firm Hired to Drill Geothermal Wells

Spain: Associations to Explore Actions Promoting Geothermal Energy

Papua New Guinea: KUTh to Investigate Geothermal Possibilities

Community Notice Board

New This Week

Commerce Seeking Interest in Geothermal Trade Mission to East Africa (January 7)

GEA Co-hosting Two Inaugural Balls; Secure Tickets Now

Job Opportunities at DOE's Geothermal Technologies Program

Supervisory Physical Scientist

Supervisory General Engineer

Supervisory General Engineer

Supervisory Physical Scientist

Utah to Hold Governors Energy Development Summit, January 10-11

Geothermal Positions in Switzerland at Univ. of Neuchatel and ETH Zurich

Enel Green Power Hiring Business Development Manager Geothermal in Reno

Two Open Positions in Geothermal Resource Management, State of Hawaii

Hawaii Electric Light Co. Announces Draft RFP

Bid Announced for Geothermal Exploration in Neuqun, Argentina (Dec. 31)

3E Consulting, USTDA Seek Geothermal Companies for Projects in Mexico

Jamaica Issues RFP for RE Generation up to 115 MW (April 2)

GEA and GEA-Sponsored Events

National Geothermal Summit, Reno, NV (June 26-27, 2013)

2012 Geothermal Energy Association

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