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13 November 2024
Bern, Switzerland
connect4geothermal 2024
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Geothermal energy in transition 

Decarbonisation and energy independence

In a global context of energy transition, geothermal energy stands out as a key solution to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. Switzerland, with its technological advances, its legislative framework for renewable energy, its expertise in innovation and through its pilot projects, is positioning itself as a leader in the development and exploitation of geothermal energy in all its forms. This forum on 13 November in Bern aims to explore these issues, to share Swiss and international experiences, and to reflect on the next steps to make geothermal energy a pillar in Switzerland's future energy mix.


Effective networking for regional added value

The forum is the occasion to

  • accelerate the integration of a natural, CO2 -neutral and local energy available 365 days a year in the energy mix,
  • develop the geothermal energy market with regional added value.


Target audience

  • representatives of municipalities, cantons and energy distribution companies
  • companies involved in the planning and implementation of energy and geothermal solutions
  • large property owners
  • companies with large energy requirements
  • investors
  • actors of the energy transition.


Position your company in a growing market

The Swiss geothermal market is booming for shallow geothermal and is in a very dynamic development phase for mid-depth and deep geothermal. In 2025 the European Geothermal Congress will be in Switzerland. It is the right moment now to position businesses for this growing market. Take advantage and present your products and services during the forum in Bern.

Programme

see detailed program

Wednesday 13.11.2024


9.30 - 10.00, Registration WORKSHOPS, welcome coffee

- Registration WORKSHOPS
- Welcome drink
- Spontaneous networking


10.00 - 12.00, Workshops (part 1)

Workshop
Strategic Communication for Geothermal Energy

Workshop
Business Model for Geothermal Energy

Workshop Shallow Geothermie "Towards multifunctional use of groundwater?"

12.00 - 13.00, Lunch break

- Lunch
- Spontaneous networking
- Exhibition of solution providers


13.00 - 14.30, Workshops (part. 2)

Workshop
Strategic Communication for Geothermal Energy

Workshop
Business Model for Geothermal Energy

Workshop Shallow Geothermie "Towards multifunctional use of groundwater?"


14.30 - 15.00, Registration CONNECT, welcome coffee

- Registration CONNECT
- Welcome drink
- Spontaneous networking


15.00 - 17.30, Plenary Session

GEOTHERMAL ENERGY IN TRANSITION 

Moderation: Naomi Vouilamoz, EAPOSYS

Opening and Welcome 
Frédéric Mirjolet, member of the Geothermie-Suisse committee

    Überblick über neue geothermische Technologien (DE)
    Martin Saar, ETH Zurich

    Umweltauswirkungen, Integration ins Energiesystems und politische Aspekte von „Advanced Geothermal Systems (AGS)“ (DE)
    Peter Burgherr, Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI)

    Marktdynamiken des globlen Geothermiemarktes – Strom, Wärme, neue Technologien (DE)
    Alexander Richter, Innargi

    Short Break (15')

    Ergebnisse und Erfahrungen von 2 Enhanced Geothermal System (EGS) Projekten in den USA (DE)

    Christian Gradl, FERVO

    Tendances et nouvelles innovations technologiques du marché européen de la géothermie (FR)
    Sylvain Broglié, leader task force export EGEC


    17.30 - 18.30, Closing-cocktail

    - Apero riche
    - Exhibition of solution providers


    CONNECT entrance fee (free WORKSHOP but invitation only)


    Standard
    Member
    Geothermie
    Suisse

    Participants
    in Workshops
    (for CONNECT)

    Students
    (Bachelor, Master)
    13th November
    300 CHF200 CH200 CHF150 CHF

    Price excl. VAT

    Prices include Coffe and Closing-coktail


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    Zentrum Paul Klee, Monument im Fruchtland 3, 3006 Bern
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    Participants
    Switzerland 115
    France 2
    United States 1
    Netherlands 1
    United Kingdom 1
    Canada 1
    Iceland 1
    Denmark 1
    Total 123
    Participants
    Private company 46
    Public authority 30
    Public-private company 19
    Research institution / University 10
    Association / Federation 7
    Start-up company 5
    Other 4
    Media 1
    NGO - Non-governmental organisation 1
    Total 123
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