Geothermal Energy Association
Geothermal Energy Association (GEA) is a U.S. trade organization composed of U.S. companies who support the expanded use of geothermal energy and are developing geothermal resources worldwide for electrical power generation and direct-heat uses. GEA advocates for public policies that will promote the development and utilization of geothermal resources, provides a forum for the industry to discuss issues and problems, encourages research and development to improve geothermal technologies, presents industry views to governmental organizations, provides assistance for the export of geothermal goods and services, compiles statistical data about the geothermal industry, and conducts education and outreach projects.
Headquartered in Washington, D.C., GEA represents the U.S. geothermal energy industry in congressional lobbying efforts,[1] compiles and publishes data relating the geothermal installations and the state of the industry,[2][3] represents the industry to the media and the general public,[4] and hosts conferences and workshops for its member companies.[5]
The Executive Director of GEA is Karl Gawell.
See also
- American Council on Renewable Energy
- Geothermal electricity
- Geothermal energy in the United States
- List of notable renewable energy organizations
- Renewable energy in the United States
References
- ↑ “Industry Groups Call for Changes to Federal Incentives,” Greentech Media, November 13, 2008
- ↑ “The U.S. Geothermal Energy Association released a report assessing progress in worldwide geothermal development since 2005,” Power Engineering, June 1, 2007 (library card access required)
- ↑ “Report commissioned by US Energy Department endorses research on geothermal energy,” The Associated Press/International Herald Tribune, January 22, 2007
- ↑ “GEA Releases New Geothermal Energy Guide,” Renewable Energy Today, April 27, 2005
- ↑ “Green Events Calendar,” Inside Green Business Weekly Report, November 8, 2006 (subscription access required)
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