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Learn from leading geothermal experts including:                                                        Invest just 2 days and get:
JoAnn Milliken, Acting Program Manager, Geothermal Technologies Program,                              • To meet key buyers: major utilities outline their plans for geothermal
US Department of Energy                                                                               • Case studies: leading developers share their experiences in setting up,
Nick Goodman, Chief Executive Officer, Raser Technologies                                               operating and maintaining plants
Daniel Kunz, Chief Executive Officer, US Geothermal                                                   • Finance updates: key investors offer advice on how to secure
Dan Schochet, Executive Vice President, Ram Power                                                       finance, from loan-guarantees to VC investment
Ross J.Beaty, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Magma Energy
                                                                                                      • New prospects: understand the opportunity for oil and gas co-
Kerry Macdonald, Chief Executive Officer, West Indies Power
                                                                                                        production
Hal La Flash, Director of Emerging Clean Technologies, PG&E
                                                                                                      • New markets: uncover commercial opportunities in North, Central
Dan Chase, Contract Negotiator, Southern California Edison
                                                                                                        and South America
Pablo Gutierrez, Geothermal Technical Lead, California Energy Commission
Travis Coleman, Project Manager, Epri                                                                 • Expert-led debates: have your questions answered and learn from
                                                                                                        your peers
Susan Petty, President and Chief Technology Officer, AltaRock Energy
Tom Anderson, Chief Scientist, Rocky Mountain Oilfield Testing Center, US Department of Energy
Dr. Andy Sabin, Director, Geothermal Program Office, US Navy
                                                                                                          PLUS Pre-event Focus Day
William Gosnold, Principal Investigator, University of North Dakota
Fred Henderson III, Chief Scientist, Mount Princeton Geothermal
                                                                                                          23 February 2011
Alexander Richter, Director, Islandsbanki
                                                                                                          Green Power Academy Training Course
Craig O’Connor, Director of the Office of Renewable Energy and Environmental Exports,
Export Import Bank of the United States                                                                   Geothermal Technology Briefing
John Eber, Managing Director Energy Investment, J.P. Morgan
Joshua Haacker, Principal, U.S. Renewables Group                                                          Resource to Electricity,
Todd Bright, Director, Denham Capital                                                                     An Integrated Journey
Jefferson Tester, Associate Director, Cornell Center for a Sustainable Future
                                                                                                          Half day seminar covering all aspects of resource work
Sandra Kries, EER Analyst, IHS Emerging Energy Research
                                                                                                          and project design
Luis Carlos Gutierrez-Negrín, President, Mexican Geothermal Association
John Fox, Chief Executive Officer, Electratherm                                                           Pre-event Finance Risk Briefing
Robert Hunt, Founder and Scientist, Linear Power
                                                                                                          Half day workshop for developers and investors
Professor Arild Rodland, Norwegian University of Science and technology


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“Excellent. Well organized and excellent speaker selection”                                                         DY, International Finance Corporation
                                                                                                                                         (previous attendee at GeoPower Americas)




                                                                                     Choose Your Pre-Conference Focus Day:
                                                                                     For full workshop agendas and booking information please visit
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                                                                                     Wednesday Morning 23 February 2011
Dear Colleagues:
                                                                                     Pre-Event Risk Briefing
‘GeoPower Americas 2011, supported by the Geothermal Resources
Council, will provide an in-depth analysis of the geopower market in
                                                                                     Reducing the Effect of Risk in Geothermal Development:
North, Central and South America, focusing on specific market potential              Key Tools to Maximize Investment Success
and how it can best be realized.’
                                                                                     Risk is a defining feature of the Geothermal investment landscape and a key stumbling
Geothermal Energy is poised to become more economical than fossil                    block in many development projects. Attend the half day Pre-event Risk Briefing to
fuels in a short time frame.*                                                        discuss your concerns in detail and discover more about the effect of risk on your
                                                                                     investment prospects, and how to negotiate around the obstacles. The workshop is
Geothermal is increasingly recognised as the most important source of
                                                                                     ideal for developers, and investors looking to gain a maximise success rates and ensure
zero-emissions base load energy the world currently has access to. With
                                                                                     a profitable outcome.
its tiny land-use footprint and low cost energy, geothermal is expanding
rapidly across the Americas as financial and technological conditions                Understanding Risk in Geothermal Energy Development:
develop to support it.                                                               • With the one of the lowest levelized costs for electricity, why do geothermal energy
                                                                                        developers struggle to acquire project financing?
152 geothermal projects are currently in development in the US alone                 • What are the key risks associated with geothermal energy development?
                                                                                     • What information do investors need to know to help understand risk and reward for
The event combines critical updates on government policy, technology, and               individual geothermal projects Including analysis of how geothermal reporting
finance with analysis of new business opportunities across South America,               codes can help with project analysis: how many MWs in the ground and at what
Central America and previously untapped US States. Offering real project                level of certainty
opportunities and bringing together key policy-makers, utilities, developers         • What key attributes do you need to see in your development team to improve
and investors from around the world, GeoPower Americas is the must-                     probability for project success and completion?
attend conference in the geothermal calendar.                                        • How can industry reduce overall project risk, both geological and financial?
I look forward to meeting you in San Francisco                                       The session is led by Mr. Craig Dunn, founding partner of Borealis GeoPower Inc, a
Kind regards                                                                         pioneer leader in geothermal energy exploration and development.

Sophy Searight                                                                       Wednesday Afternoon 23 February 2011
Senior Research Analyst                                                              Resource to Electricity, An Integrated Journey
Greenpower Conferences                                                               Half day seminar covering all aspects of resource work and project design
* 2009 NYU Stern report “Technology S-curves in Renewable Energy Alternatives:
Analysis and Implications for Industry and Government”                               The half-day seminar will show you how to reduce your risk by matching your project
                                                                                     design to the resource available. The multi-speaker session will allow a complete
                                                                                     analyses of project development from the perspective of consultant, engineer and
                                                                                     construction manager. A chance to discuss the process from start to finish and learn
                                                                                     from the combined experience of three industry veterans.
Strategic Partner:                      Event Endorser:
                                                                                     •   Finding the resource
                                                                                     •   Defining the resource
                                                                                     •   Appropriate technologies for differing resources
                                                                                     •   Gathering the resource and how it affects the gathering system
                                                                                     •   How resource issues can complicate the above ground design
                                                                                     •   Plant design; resource plus water plus air emissions
                                                                                     The session will be led by Kevin Wallace, Geothermal Lead at POWER Engineers, Jill
Geothermal Resources Council
                                                                                     Haizlip, Senior Geochemist and President at Geologica, and Henry Veizades of Veizades
                                                                                     & Associates.

 More than 200 past attendees, including:                                            For more information and to book your place, please visit
                                                                                     www.greenpowerconferences.com/geoamericas
 AltaRock Energy • Americas Standard Chartered Securities • Bank of America •
 Caldera Geothermal • Chevron Technology Ventures • Empresa Nacional de
 Electricidad • Enel Latin America • Energia Andina • FE Clean Energy • Google.org
 • GreenFire Energy • IllinoisVentures • Imperial Capital • Islandsbanki • Jacob
 Securities • Kinross Gold • Macquarie Capital Funds • Magma Energy • Nevada         Pre-Conference Training Course
 Power Company • Ormat • Pave Energy Finance • Presco Energy • Ram Power •
 Raser Technologies • RMOTC • Sacramento Municipal Utility District • Standard       Wednesday 23 February 2011
 Chartered Bank • Statoil • Thomas Weisel Partners • Universal GeoPower • US
 Geothermal • West Indies Power • World Bank • WRB Enterprise
                                                                                     Geothermal Technology Briefing
                                                                                     Geothermal Resources, Technologies, Applications & Economics:
                                                                                     A 1-day introduction and market update for non-engineers
25% developer & utility attendance in 2010
n Geothermal Project Developers                                                      Course objectives
                                                                                     This one-day course is designed to introduce the basics of geothermal power (the
n Investors                                                                          resource types and the different methods for harnessing them), outline the evolution of
                                                                                     technology developments and deployments, and provide a discussion of geothermal's
n Drilling and Engineering                                                           competitive positioning within the power and energy markets. Presented in an
                                                                                     interactive and inclusive manner, it describes the basic science and technology basis for
n Government, Universities,                                                          geothermal energy, but places this very much within a commercial and business
  Institutes and Associations                                                        context. This approach makes the course ideal for those of a non-technical background
                                                                                     and either new to the industry or in need of a quick, convenient, yet comprehensive
n Press                                                                              revision of the key issues facing it. Past attendees have been drawn from backgrounds
                                                                                     as diverse as finance and investment, project development, technology provision,
n Oil, Gas and Mining                                                                consultancy and regulation.
n Utilities and IPPs                                                                 The course provides an excellent chance to get up-to-speed prior to attending the
                                                                                     main GeoPower Americas conference on the following days.
n Consultants                                                                        For more information please visit www.greenpoweracademy.com




  Book Now – Call +1 971 238 0700 or Online at: www.greenpowerconferences.com/geoamericas
“Excellent range of participants from energy providers to financiers”                                                       DP, Verdi Energy
                                                                                                                          (previous attendee at GeoPower Americas)




Day 1: Thursday 24 February 2011                                             11.40   Maintaining and Developing the Confidence of
                                                                                     Utilities in Geothermal Reliability
8.15    Registration & welcome coffee                                                This session will bring together a selection of investor-owned and
                                                                                     municipal utilities to address the challenges they face, how geothermal
9.00    Chair’s opening remarks                                                      compares with other renewable energies in terms of reliability, and what
        Curt Robinson, Executive Director,                                           they need to see from the geothermal sector if they are to commit to
                                                                                     purchasing a significantly greater amount of geothermal power.
        Geothermal Resources Council                                                 • What level of reliability and consistency do utilities need to see
                                                                                       in order to agree to purchase?
                                                                                     • The effect of failing to fulfil a Power Purchase Agreement and
 Opening Address: Policy Insights                                                      the reasons for doing so
                                                                                     • What can geothermal companies actually commit to in real terms?
9.10    Accessing Government Finance in 2011                                         • Reducing the risk to utilities of falling short of their Renewable
        • Assessing the current status of DOE support for geothermal                   Portfolio Standard as the geothermal market grows
          projects                                                                   Hal La Flash, Director of Emerging Clean Technologies,
        • Looking to the future of grant and loan policy in order to
                                                                                     PG&E
                                                                                     Dan Chase, Contract Negotiator,
          effectively plan future financial strategy
                                                                                     Southern California Edison
        • Recent successes in securing DOE loan guarantees and why they
                                                                                     Pablo Gutierrez, Geothermal Technical Lead, California
          succeeded
                                                                                     Energy Commission
        • What factors have contributed to delays in funding awards and              Travis Coleman, Project Manager,
          how can the industry work together to overcome them?                       Epri
        • How much additional funding is expected to be awarded in 2011
          and in what format?                                                12.30   Networking lunch break
        JoAnn Milliken, Acting Program Manager, Geothermal
                                                                              Technology Focus
        Technologies Program,
        US Department of Energy                                              2.00    Commercial Opportunities in Oil and Gas
                                                                                     Co-Production
 Keynote Session: Critical Industry Update                                           With interest growing in the potential for oil and gas co-
                                                                                     production, this session will analyze the opportunities for financial
                                                                                     and environmental gain and address potential problems that may
9.40    Confronting the Challenges of Geothermal                                     be faced by such projects.
                                                                                     • Generating low-temperature geothermal energy using
        Development in 2011                                                            wastewater from oil and gas wells
        The leading geothermal developers will discuss the key obstacles             • Utilizing dormant oil and gas wells for geothermal energy
        to significant expansion of the geothermal space, why these                    production
        hurdles exist and what can be done to reduce delays and                      • Addressing potential hurdles including well longevity and
        encourage investment.                                                          payback timelines
        • Overcoming financing obstacles and delays in government                    • A discussion of working case studies and the costs and benefits
                                                                                       they have brought
          incentive schemes
                                                                                     Tom Anderson, Chief Scientist,
        • Maximizing the speed at which your project receives the
                                                                                     Rocky Mountain Oilfield Testing Center
          necessary permits and approvals
                                                                                     John Fox, Chief Executive Officer,
        • Taking advantage of new technology to increase efficiency                  Electratherm
          and avoid traditional technological hurdles and equipment                  Robert Hunt, Founder and Scientist,
          problems                                                                   Linear Power
        • Addressing the issues associated with access to transmission
          networks                                                           3.20    Advisory Session - Drilling Technology Update
        Dan Schochet, Executive Vice President,                                      This session will provide insights into the latest developments in
                                                                                     drilling technology and the potential time and cost efficiencies
        Ram Power                                                                    they represent.
        Ross J. Beaty, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer,
                                                                             3.50    Networking refreshment break
        Magma Energy
        Nick Goodman, Chief Executive Officer,                               4.20    Enhanced Geothermal Systems - A Realistic
        Raser Technologies                                                           Analysis of Potential
                                                                                     • Assessing the real potential in terms of financial return and
10.55   Independent Competitive Analysis and Forecast                                  green credentials
                                                                                     • Hot Dry Rock systems: how do they differ from EGS and what do
        • Overview of the regulatory environment for geothermal power,                 they offer?
          including impact of the BLM, status of federal funding through             • Discussing the reasons for past failures in the field and
          ARRA stimulus grants and DOE loan guarantees, and Renewable                  understanding the capacity of new technological developments
          Portfolio Standards (RPS) as a driver for geothermal in the West             to circumnavigate these issues in future
        • Competitive analysis of the development market, including a look           Susan Petty, President and Chief Technology Officer,
          at the development pipeline, ownership rankings, size of                   AltaRock Energy
          projects, key transmission proposals, and major investments,               Jefferson Tester, Associate Director,
          mergers and acquisitions throughout the industry                           Cornell Center for a Sustainable Future
        • IHS EER’s outlook for the US geothermal industry through 2020              Dr. Andy Sabin, Director, Geothermal Program Office,
                                                                                     US Navy
        Sandra Kries, EER Analyst, IHS Emerging Energy Research
                                                                             5.20    Chair’s closing remarks
11.10   Networking refreshment break                                         5.30    End of day one & networking drinks


  Book Now – Call +1 971 238 0700 or Online at: www.greenpowerconferences.com/geoamericas
“Excellent panel of speakers, and well organized”                                         DG, Calpine
                                                                                                                         (previous attendee at GeoPower Americas)




Day 2: Friday 25 February 2011                                                11.30 Round Table Debates
                                                                              Delegates will have the opportunity to attend 2 of the 6 round table
8.30    Welcome coffee                                                        topics, each led by an expert speaker. The roundtables will allow you to
                                                                              pose specific questions to the group and debate key topics with a cross
9.00    Chair’s opening remarks
                                                                              section of your industry peers.
 Regional Opportunities for Geothermal Development                             1. Expanding Geothermal Exploration into New States
                                                                               Assessing the scale of the opportunity in emerging geothermal states,
9.10    New Market Opportunities in Central America
                                                                               including Colorado, Alaska and Idaho
        and Mexico
        • Analyzing existing and planned sites and the potential for future    2. Uncovering the Potential in South America and the Caribbean
          projects
                                                                               Identifying the most promising exploration opportunities in South
        • Uncovering licensing scenarios and their implications for foreign
          investment in the region                                             American markets. Understanding the licensing systems for new
        • Case studies of recent projects, addressing region-specific          geothermal projects
          challenges and opportunities
        Luis Carlos Gutierrez-Negrín, President,                               3. Central America and Mexico
        Mexican Geothermal Association                                         Debating the costs and benefits of operating in Central America and the
                                                                               Caribbean, and how to overcome potential obstacles
9.40    Exploring potential in South America and the                           Luis Carlos Gutierrez-Negrín, President,
        Caribbean                                                              Mexican Geothermal Association
        • Identifying the most promising exploration opportunities and
          the associated policy frameworks in South American markets
        • Understanding the licensing systems for new geothermal               4. Discussing Oil and Gas Partnerships in More Depth
          projects
                                                                               Discussing the current status of projects, the technology that supports
        • Addressing environmental approval processes to get your
          project off the ground                                               them and the prospects for the future
        • The role of multi-lateral investment agencies in providing loans
          and guarantees to enable projects to proceed
                                                                               5. Access to Transmission Networks; Ensuring an Effective System
        Craig O’Connor, Director of the Office of Renewable                    Overcoming key hurdles and sharing experience in order to develop a
        Energy and Environmental Exports,                                      strategy for success
        Export Import Bank of the United States
        Kerry Macdonald, Chief Executive Officer,                              6. Debating the Value of Recent Technological Developments
        West Indies Power                                                      With cost of installation still prohibitively high, technology advance may
                                                                               hold the key to reducing barriers to entry. This session is an opportunity
10.10   Expanding Geothermal Exploration into                                  to compare notes on the tools available, and debate the merits of
        New States                                                             emerging options
        • Assessing the scale of the opportunity in emerging geothermal
          states, including Colorado, Alaska and Idaho                        1.30   Networking lunch break
        • Case studies of current projects under exploration and
          development                                                          Closing Keynote Session: Securing Financial Investment
        Fred Henderson III, Chief Scientist,
        Mount Princeton Geothermal
        Daniel Kunz, Chief Executive Officer,                                 2.45   Raising Capital: Prospects and Challenges in 2011
        US Geothermal                                                                • What are private equity and venture capital investors looking
                                                                                       for in a geothermal prospect?
11.00   Networking refreshment break                                                 • How are projects being structured to reduce risk for the investor?
                                                                                     • Is the trend for consolidation set to continue in 2011?
                                                                                     • Writing effective applications to ensure you get the financing
                                                                                       you need
                                                                                     • Matching potential sources of capital to the stage of your
                                                                                       company’s development in order to maximize your opportunity
                                                                                       whilst ensuring a good fit
                                                                                     • Forecasting the long term future for investment in geothermal
                                                                                       power and analyzing how, as an industry, potential can be
                                                                                       maximized
                                                                                     John Eber, Managing Director Energy Investment,
                                                                                     J.P. Morgan
                                                                                     Alexander Richter, Director, Islandsbanki
                                                                                     Todd Bright, Director, Denham Capital
                                                                                     Joshua Haacker, Principal, US Renewables Group

                                                                              4.00   Chair’s closing remarks

                                                                              4.10   Close of conference
                                                                              Agenda correct at time of going to press


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“I can honestly say, without hesitation, that my attendance at the conference could be the single deciding
   factor that will ultimately put my company on the map” GA, Universal Geopower (previous attendee at GeoPower Americas)


   Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities
   GeoPower Americas 2011 brings together
                                                           Maximise your marketing budget at GeoPower Americas
   the driving forces from every part of the
   geothermal supply chain - from policy-                  n Face-to-face: The most effective way to do business and meet new contacts
                                                           n Streamline your diary: Organizing, travelling to and attending meetings can take months. Green
   makers and investors, to utilities and                    Power does the hard work for you, enabling you to meet the people you need to in just two days.
   developers, to drilling companies and                   n Raise your company's profile: Branding at a Green Power event is so much more than on-the-
   manufacturers. The GeoPower Americas                      day. As a sponsor, your logo will feature on the event website, brochures and marketing
   2011 exhibition is THE place to position your             materials seen by thousands of industry professionals throughout the year.
   company as a leader in the Americas market.             n Be part of the future: Your company will be forefront as one of the pioneers in the Romanian
   Establish your company early, network with                wind industry.
   companies successfully active in the region             Early sponsorship of the event maximizes your involvement.
   and reap the rewards as the market expands.             Sponsorship options offering varying levels of branding and exposure are available to suit budgets
                                                           and marketing aims.

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Geo Power Americas Brochure 20101712

  • 1. www.greenpowerconferences.com +1 971 238 0700 Announcing the 3rd annual Gold Sponsor Supporting Sponsors Scaling up through successful investment and cutting edge technology 24-25 February 2011 Hyatt Regency, San Francisco, USA efore Book b y for uar 13 Jan nted discou rates Learn from leading geothermal experts including: Invest just 2 days and get: JoAnn Milliken, Acting Program Manager, Geothermal Technologies Program, • To meet key buyers: major utilities outline their plans for geothermal US Department of Energy • Case studies: leading developers share their experiences in setting up, Nick Goodman, Chief Executive Officer, Raser Technologies operating and maintaining plants Daniel Kunz, Chief Executive Officer, US Geothermal • Finance updates: key investors offer advice on how to secure Dan Schochet, Executive Vice President, Ram Power finance, from loan-guarantees to VC investment Ross J.Beaty, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Magma Energy • New prospects: understand the opportunity for oil and gas co- Kerry Macdonald, Chief Executive Officer, West Indies Power production Hal La Flash, Director of Emerging Clean Technologies, PG&E • New markets: uncover commercial opportunities in North, Central Dan Chase, Contract Negotiator, Southern California Edison and South America Pablo Gutierrez, Geothermal Technical Lead, California Energy Commission Travis Coleman, Project Manager, Epri • Expert-led debates: have your questions answered and learn from your peers Susan Petty, President and Chief Technology Officer, AltaRock Energy Tom Anderson, Chief Scientist, Rocky Mountain Oilfield Testing Center, US Department of Energy Dr. Andy Sabin, Director, Geothermal Program Office, US Navy PLUS Pre-event Focus Day William Gosnold, Principal Investigator, University of North Dakota Fred Henderson III, Chief Scientist, Mount Princeton Geothermal 23 February 2011 Alexander Richter, Director, Islandsbanki Green Power Academy Training Course Craig O’Connor, Director of the Office of Renewable Energy and Environmental Exports, Export Import Bank of the United States Geothermal Technology Briefing John Eber, Managing Director Energy Investment, J.P. Morgan Joshua Haacker, Principal, U.S. Renewables Group Resource to Electricity, Todd Bright, Director, Denham Capital An Integrated Journey Jefferson Tester, Associate Director, Cornell Center for a Sustainable Future Half day seminar covering all aspects of resource work Sandra Kries, EER Analyst, IHS Emerging Energy Research and project design Luis Carlos Gutierrez-Negrín, President, Mexican Geothermal Association John Fox, Chief Executive Officer, Electratherm Pre-event Finance Risk Briefing Robert Hunt, Founder and Scientist, Linear Power Half day workshop for developers and investors Professor Arild Rodland, Norwegian University of Science and technology Book Now – Call +1 971 238 0700 or Online at: www.greenpowerconferences.com/geoamericas Part Of: Official Offset Partner: Strategic Partner: Organized By: SERIES
  • 2. “Excellent. Well organized and excellent speaker selection” DY, International Finance Corporation (previous attendee at GeoPower Americas) Choose Your Pre-Conference Focus Day: For full workshop agendas and booking information please visit www.greenpowerconferences.com/geoamericas Wednesday Morning 23 February 2011 Dear Colleagues: Pre-Event Risk Briefing ‘GeoPower Americas 2011, supported by the Geothermal Resources Council, will provide an in-depth analysis of the geopower market in Reducing the Effect of Risk in Geothermal Development: North, Central and South America, focusing on specific market potential Key Tools to Maximize Investment Success and how it can best be realized.’ Risk is a defining feature of the Geothermal investment landscape and a key stumbling Geothermal Energy is poised to become more economical than fossil block in many development projects. Attend the half day Pre-event Risk Briefing to fuels in a short time frame.* discuss your concerns in detail and discover more about the effect of risk on your investment prospects, and how to negotiate around the obstacles. The workshop is Geothermal is increasingly recognised as the most important source of ideal for developers, and investors looking to gain a maximise success rates and ensure zero-emissions base load energy the world currently has access to. With a profitable outcome. its tiny land-use footprint and low cost energy, geothermal is expanding rapidly across the Americas as financial and technological conditions Understanding Risk in Geothermal Energy Development: develop to support it. • With the one of the lowest levelized costs for electricity, why do geothermal energy developers struggle to acquire project financing? 152 geothermal projects are currently in development in the US alone • What are the key risks associated with geothermal energy development? • What information do investors need to know to help understand risk and reward for The event combines critical updates on government policy, technology, and individual geothermal projects Including analysis of how geothermal reporting finance with analysis of new business opportunities across South America, codes can help with project analysis: how many MWs in the ground and at what Central America and previously untapped US States. Offering real project level of certainty opportunities and bringing together key policy-makers, utilities, developers • What key attributes do you need to see in your development team to improve and investors from around the world, GeoPower Americas is the must- probability for project success and completion? attend conference in the geothermal calendar. • How can industry reduce overall project risk, both geological and financial? I look forward to meeting you in San Francisco The session is led by Mr. Craig Dunn, founding partner of Borealis GeoPower Inc, a Kind regards pioneer leader in geothermal energy exploration and development. Sophy Searight Wednesday Afternoon 23 February 2011 Senior Research Analyst Resource to Electricity, An Integrated Journey Greenpower Conferences Half day seminar covering all aspects of resource work and project design * 2009 NYU Stern report “Technology S-curves in Renewable Energy Alternatives: Analysis and Implications for Industry and Government” The half-day seminar will show you how to reduce your risk by matching your project design to the resource available. The multi-speaker session will allow a complete analyses of project development from the perspective of consultant, engineer and construction manager. A chance to discuss the process from start to finish and learn from the combined experience of three industry veterans. Strategic Partner: Event Endorser: • Finding the resource • Defining the resource • Appropriate technologies for differing resources • Gathering the resource and how it affects the gathering system • How resource issues can complicate the above ground design • Plant design; resource plus water plus air emissions The session will be led by Kevin Wallace, Geothermal Lead at POWER Engineers, Jill Geothermal Resources Council Haizlip, Senior Geochemist and President at Geologica, and Henry Veizades of Veizades & Associates. More than 200 past attendees, including: For more information and to book your place, please visit www.greenpowerconferences.com/geoamericas AltaRock Energy • Americas Standard Chartered Securities • Bank of America • Caldera Geothermal • Chevron Technology Ventures • Empresa Nacional de Electricidad • Enel Latin America • Energia Andina • FE Clean Energy • Google.org • GreenFire Energy • IllinoisVentures • Imperial Capital • Islandsbanki • Jacob Securities • Kinross Gold • Macquarie Capital Funds • Magma Energy • Nevada Pre-Conference Training Course Power Company • Ormat • Pave Energy Finance • Presco Energy • Ram Power • Raser Technologies • RMOTC • Sacramento Municipal Utility District • Standard Wednesday 23 February 2011 Chartered Bank • Statoil • Thomas Weisel Partners • Universal GeoPower • US Geothermal • West Indies Power • World Bank • WRB Enterprise Geothermal Technology Briefing Geothermal Resources, Technologies, Applications & Economics: A 1-day introduction and market update for non-engineers 25% developer & utility attendance in 2010 n Geothermal Project Developers Course objectives This one-day course is designed to introduce the basics of geothermal power (the n Investors resource types and the different methods for harnessing them), outline the evolution of technology developments and deployments, and provide a discussion of geothermal's n Drilling and Engineering competitive positioning within the power and energy markets. Presented in an interactive and inclusive manner, it describes the basic science and technology basis for n Government, Universities, geothermal energy, but places this very much within a commercial and business Institutes and Associations context. This approach makes the course ideal for those of a non-technical background and either new to the industry or in need of a quick, convenient, yet comprehensive n Press revision of the key issues facing it. Past attendees have been drawn from backgrounds as diverse as finance and investment, project development, technology provision, n Oil, Gas and Mining consultancy and regulation. n Utilities and IPPs The course provides an excellent chance to get up-to-speed prior to attending the main GeoPower Americas conference on the following days. n Consultants For more information please visit www.greenpoweracademy.com Book Now – Call +1 971 238 0700 or Online at: www.greenpowerconferences.com/geoamericas
  • 3. “Excellent range of participants from energy providers to financiers” DP, Verdi Energy (previous attendee at GeoPower Americas) Day 1: Thursday 24 February 2011 11.40 Maintaining and Developing the Confidence of Utilities in Geothermal Reliability 8.15 Registration & welcome coffee This session will bring together a selection of investor-owned and municipal utilities to address the challenges they face, how geothermal 9.00 Chair’s opening remarks compares with other renewable energies in terms of reliability, and what Curt Robinson, Executive Director, they need to see from the geothermal sector if they are to commit to purchasing a significantly greater amount of geothermal power. Geothermal Resources Council • What level of reliability and consistency do utilities need to see in order to agree to purchase? • The effect of failing to fulfil a Power Purchase Agreement and Opening Address: Policy Insights the reasons for doing so • What can geothermal companies actually commit to in real terms? 9.10 Accessing Government Finance in 2011 • Reducing the risk to utilities of falling short of their Renewable • Assessing the current status of DOE support for geothermal Portfolio Standard as the geothermal market grows projects Hal La Flash, Director of Emerging Clean Technologies, • Looking to the future of grant and loan policy in order to PG&E Dan Chase, Contract Negotiator, effectively plan future financial strategy Southern California Edison • Recent successes in securing DOE loan guarantees and why they Pablo Gutierrez, Geothermal Technical Lead, California succeeded Energy Commission • What factors have contributed to delays in funding awards and Travis Coleman, Project Manager, how can the industry work together to overcome them? Epri • How much additional funding is expected to be awarded in 2011 and in what format? 12.30 Networking lunch break JoAnn Milliken, Acting Program Manager, Geothermal Technology Focus Technologies Program, US Department of Energy 2.00 Commercial Opportunities in Oil and Gas Co-Production Keynote Session: Critical Industry Update With interest growing in the potential for oil and gas co- production, this session will analyze the opportunities for financial and environmental gain and address potential problems that may 9.40 Confronting the Challenges of Geothermal be faced by such projects. • Generating low-temperature geothermal energy using Development in 2011 wastewater from oil and gas wells The leading geothermal developers will discuss the key obstacles • Utilizing dormant oil and gas wells for geothermal energy to significant expansion of the geothermal space, why these production hurdles exist and what can be done to reduce delays and • Addressing potential hurdles including well longevity and encourage investment. payback timelines • Overcoming financing obstacles and delays in government • A discussion of working case studies and the costs and benefits they have brought incentive schemes Tom Anderson, Chief Scientist, • Maximizing the speed at which your project receives the Rocky Mountain Oilfield Testing Center necessary permits and approvals John Fox, Chief Executive Officer, • Taking advantage of new technology to increase efficiency Electratherm and avoid traditional technological hurdles and equipment Robert Hunt, Founder and Scientist, problems Linear Power • Addressing the issues associated with access to transmission networks 3.20 Advisory Session - Drilling Technology Update Dan Schochet, Executive Vice President, This session will provide insights into the latest developments in drilling technology and the potential time and cost efficiencies Ram Power they represent. Ross J. Beaty, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, 3.50 Networking refreshment break Magma Energy Nick Goodman, Chief Executive Officer, 4.20 Enhanced Geothermal Systems - A Realistic Raser Technologies Analysis of Potential • Assessing the real potential in terms of financial return and 10.55 Independent Competitive Analysis and Forecast green credentials • Hot Dry Rock systems: how do they differ from EGS and what do • Overview of the regulatory environment for geothermal power, they offer? including impact of the BLM, status of federal funding through • Discussing the reasons for past failures in the field and ARRA stimulus grants and DOE loan guarantees, and Renewable understanding the capacity of new technological developments Portfolio Standards (RPS) as a driver for geothermal in the West to circumnavigate these issues in future • Competitive analysis of the development market, including a look Susan Petty, President and Chief Technology Officer, at the development pipeline, ownership rankings, size of AltaRock Energy projects, key transmission proposals, and major investments, Jefferson Tester, Associate Director, mergers and acquisitions throughout the industry Cornell Center for a Sustainable Future • IHS EER’s outlook for the US geothermal industry through 2020 Dr. Andy Sabin, Director, Geothermal Program Office, US Navy Sandra Kries, EER Analyst, IHS Emerging Energy Research 5.20 Chair’s closing remarks 11.10 Networking refreshment break 5.30 End of day one & networking drinks Book Now – Call +1 971 238 0700 or Online at: www.greenpowerconferences.com/geoamericas
  • 4. “Excellent panel of speakers, and well organized” DG, Calpine (previous attendee at GeoPower Americas) Day 2: Friday 25 February 2011 11.30 Round Table Debates Delegates will have the opportunity to attend 2 of the 6 round table 8.30 Welcome coffee topics, each led by an expert speaker. The roundtables will allow you to pose specific questions to the group and debate key topics with a cross 9.00 Chair’s opening remarks section of your industry peers. Regional Opportunities for Geothermal Development 1. Expanding Geothermal Exploration into New States Assessing the scale of the opportunity in emerging geothermal states, 9.10 New Market Opportunities in Central America including Colorado, Alaska and Idaho and Mexico • Analyzing existing and planned sites and the potential for future 2. Uncovering the Potential in South America and the Caribbean projects Identifying the most promising exploration opportunities in South • Uncovering licensing scenarios and their implications for foreign investment in the region American markets. Understanding the licensing systems for new • Case studies of recent projects, addressing region-specific geothermal projects challenges and opportunities Luis Carlos Gutierrez-Negrín, President, 3. Central America and Mexico Mexican Geothermal Association Debating the costs and benefits of operating in Central America and the Caribbean, and how to overcome potential obstacles 9.40 Exploring potential in South America and the Luis Carlos Gutierrez-Negrín, President, Caribbean Mexican Geothermal Association • Identifying the most promising exploration opportunities and the associated policy frameworks in South American markets • Understanding the licensing systems for new geothermal 4. Discussing Oil and Gas Partnerships in More Depth projects Discussing the current status of projects, the technology that supports • Addressing environmental approval processes to get your project off the ground them and the prospects for the future • The role of multi-lateral investment agencies in providing loans and guarantees to enable projects to proceed 5. Access to Transmission Networks; Ensuring an Effective System Craig O’Connor, Director of the Office of Renewable Overcoming key hurdles and sharing experience in order to develop a Energy and Environmental Exports, strategy for success Export Import Bank of the United States Kerry Macdonald, Chief Executive Officer, 6. Debating the Value of Recent Technological Developments West Indies Power With cost of installation still prohibitively high, technology advance may hold the key to reducing barriers to entry. This session is an opportunity 10.10 Expanding Geothermal Exploration into to compare notes on the tools available, and debate the merits of New States emerging options • Assessing the scale of the opportunity in emerging geothermal states, including Colorado, Alaska and Idaho 1.30 Networking lunch break • Case studies of current projects under exploration and development Closing Keynote Session: Securing Financial Investment Fred Henderson III, Chief Scientist, Mount Princeton Geothermal Daniel Kunz, Chief Executive Officer, 2.45 Raising Capital: Prospects and Challenges in 2011 US Geothermal • What are private equity and venture capital investors looking for in a geothermal prospect? 11.00 Networking refreshment break • How are projects being structured to reduce risk for the investor? • Is the trend for consolidation set to continue in 2011? • Writing effective applications to ensure you get the financing you need • Matching potential sources of capital to the stage of your company’s development in order to maximize your opportunity whilst ensuring a good fit • Forecasting the long term future for investment in geothermal power and analyzing how, as an industry, potential can be maximized John Eber, Managing Director Energy Investment, J.P. Morgan Alexander Richter, Director, Islandsbanki Todd Bright, Director, Denham Capital Joshua Haacker, Principal, US Renewables Group 4.00 Chair’s closing remarks 4.10 Close of conference Agenda correct at time of going to press Book Now – Call +1 971 238 0700 or Online at: www.greenpowerconferences.com/geoamericas
  • 5. “I can honestly say, without hesitation, that my attendance at the conference could be the single deciding factor that will ultimately put my company on the map” GA, Universal Geopower (previous attendee at GeoPower Americas) Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities GeoPower Americas 2011 brings together Maximise your marketing budget at GeoPower Americas the driving forces from every part of the geothermal supply chain - from policy- n Face-to-face: The most effective way to do business and meet new contacts n Streamline your diary: Organizing, travelling to and attending meetings can take months. Green makers and investors, to utilities and Power does the hard work for you, enabling you to meet the people you need to in just two days. developers, to drilling companies and n Raise your company's profile: Branding at a Green Power event is so much more than on-the- manufacturers. The GeoPower Americas day. As a sponsor, your logo will feature on the event website, brochures and marketing 2011 exhibition is THE place to position your materials seen by thousands of industry professionals throughout the year. company as a leader in the Americas market. n Be part of the future: Your company will be forefront as one of the pioneers in the Romanian Establish your company early, network with wind industry. companies successfully active in the region Early sponsorship of the event maximizes your involvement. and reap the rewards as the market expands. Sponsorship options offering varying levels of branding and exposure are available to suit budgets and marketing aims. To the Conference Room To the Conference Room r t you Do n't le eave you rs l ies 1 2 3 4 5 etito tunit 6 En comp - oppor OOK tra nd B behi mited so tee nc li ran e are to gu a 18 7 e NOW r packag you 17 8 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 Varying levels of sponsorship are available to cater for your individual needs and marketing budgets Contact Paul Shearer for further details: Tel: +44 203 355 4211, Fax: +44 207 900 1853 Email: paul.shearer@greenpowerconferences.com Green Power Conferences was established in 2003 by a team of professional, environmentally aware event experts and were the first to offer professionally organised events focusing on the sustainability sector. Over the last five years, we have welcomed over 12,000 delegates from 138 countries and built a global database of 500,000+ contacts. Our expertise lies in producing high quality, interactive conferences that provide ample networking opportunities for delegates and partners alike. Green Power Conferences offsets the impacts of its commercial activities towards renewable energy projects. FORTHCOMING EVENTS MEDIA PARTNERS Green Power Conferences consistently work in strategic partnership with industry leading organizations and trade publications. Our international and targeted marketing campaigns ensure excellent marketing exposure for our partners. 25-26 January 2011, Las Vegas, USA If you would like to partner with us, please contact Laura Proctor, laura.proctor@greenpowerconferences.com 5-6 April 2011, Sao Paulo, Brazil Book Now – Call +1 971 238 0700 or Online at: www.greenpowerconferences.com/geoamericas
  • 6. Ea kin 199 y 20 be Bo e $ anua rly g fo Sa 13 Tel: o +1 971 238 0700 re v J Fax: +1 971 228 0308 E-mail: graham.swanson@greenpowerconferences.com r 24-25 February 2011 Online: www.greenpowerconferences.com/geoamericas 11 Hyatt Regency, San Francisco, USA Please Register Me For Standard Rates □ 3 Day Package (23-25 February) Please indicate □ Pre-Conference Workshop(s) or □ Geothermal 101 Training Course US$2799 If you are attending the Pre-Conference Workshops(s) please indicate □ Both Workshops □ Risk Briefing Only or □ Resource to Electricity Only □ 2 Day Conference (24-25 February) US$1999 □ Geothermal 101 Training Course Only (23 February) US$899 □ Non-Profit Organization Rate (20% discount) These reduced rates are available for registered NGOs, government representatives and non-profit organizations only. 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