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IRENA reports 22% lower LCOE of geothermal power in 2022

ThinkGeoEnergy

Between 2021 and 2022, the global weighted average levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) of ten newly commissioned geothermal projects fell by 22% to USD 0.056 kWh. This statistic was reported by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) in their newly published document, “Renewable Power Generation Costs in 2022.”

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Zorlu Energy obtains geothermal operation license in Aydin, Türkiye

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(Zorlu Geothermal) has obtained a 30-year operating license for its Kuyucak and Nazilli geothermal resource exploration sites in Aydin, Türkiye, Enerji Gunlugu reported. MW in geothermal and 272 MW in wind energy, accounting for 78% of the company’s total installed capacity in Türkiye from renewable energy sources.

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Chic geothermal-powered home embraces indoor-outdoor living

AGreenLiving

Dutch design studios Bedaux de Brouwer and i29 have blurred the boundaries between indoors and out at Outside In, an aptly named 400-square-meter villa for a family of four. Related: Old train shed is transformed into a gorgeous office and restaurant in the Netherlands The solar – and geothermal-powered home is divided into two main parts.

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Goktekin Tarim plans geothermal drilling in Afyon, Türkiye

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one of Goktekin Energy companies, is planning a geothermal resource exploration project with drilling in the Sandikli and Kiziloren districts of the Afyonkarahisar Province in Türkiye. Within the scope of the project, seven drilling areas have been determined and the planned drilling depths are 800 meters. Goktekin Tarim A.S.,

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Utah FORGE offers virtual tour of EGS research and drilling site

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The Utah Frontier Observatory for Research in Geothermal Energy (Utah FORGE) has published a fantastic virtual tour of its field laboratory facilities near Milford, Utah, as well as the Renewable Energy Corridor of the Milford Valley. Check out the Utah FORGE virtual tour here.

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World’s 1st geothermal direct use cement project sets model for sustainable industry

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STEAM”) has nearly 40 years of experience in geothermal engineering and consulting. Their latest assignment in Kenya showcases the potential of geothermal energy to revolutionize high-emissions industrial processes and contribute to global climate goals. Established in 1987, Steam S.r.l.

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What should homeowners consider when switching to renewable energy?

Smart Energy International

Emily Newton, editor-in-chief of Revolutionized Magazine , writes on some of the most important factors for homeowners to consider when making the switch to renewable energy. Sustainability is becoming a more prominent topic and more homeowners are considering switching to green power. Available renewable energy sources.