Thursday, April 03, 2008

Fourth International Geothermal Conference in Freiburg Germany on April 24th, 2008

The International Geothermal Conference is the leading European event for geothermal developers, finance providers and policymakers. Since 2004 we put the focus on national and international financing, financial investments and risk management of geothermal projects.

This concept generates wide interests throughout the sector and attracts a high quality audience.

Who will attend?
Up to 200 participants will use the conference as a platform for networking and exchanging information.
Come and meet:
Investors & Lenders
Insurance companies
Project developers
Technology experts
Energy providers
Consultants
Local authorities
Political stakeholders
Research institutes
Associations


Structure and main topics of the conference:

1st part: Plenary sessions
Investment protection - EEG - (Renewable Energy Source Act)
Geothermal Energy and market development in South America, East Africa and the US
Presentation and analysis of national and international projects


2nd part: Two parallel Forums with presentations followed
by discussions


Focus on profitability
Project financing and alternative funding instruments
Profitability factors and requirements of investors
Risk management strategies

Focus on technology
"From the idea to long-term enterprise"
Requirements for geothermal power plant
Geothermal technology developer
Technical challenges

Focus on law
The German Mining Law - basic conditions, requirements and obstacles

Closing lectures by the moderators of the conference will abstract the main topics of the forums and offer an outlook on future prospects.


Opening Lounge
On the eve of the conference on April 23rd, 2008 will be a Opening Lounge. The Opening Lounge guarantees easy networking in a relaxed setting.


First Announcement for download
Program for download


Location:
Freiburg Congress Centre
Konrad-Adenauer Platz 1
79098 Freiburg
Germany

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