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Welcome to ARGeo-C8 Virtual Conference

The Eighth African Rift Geothermal Conference (Virtual).


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The Government of the Republic of Kenya will be hosting the Eighth African Rift Geothermal (ARGeo-C8) Virtual Conference in partnership with UNEP, GDC, KenGen, GAK, AUC and IGA-ARB. The ARGeo-C8 VIRTUAL conference will be facilitated by UNEP, in Nairobi, and will run from 2nd to 6th November 2020 as originally planned with the exception of the Field Trips. The Conference thus consists of:

  • 2-3 November 2020: The Short Courses.
  • 3 November 2020: Kenya Investment Forum.
  • 4-6 November 2020: The Main Conference

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The theme of ARGeo-C8 Virtual conference is: “Seizing the Moment: Investing in Geothermal Resources for Sustainable Development”. The main objective of this virtual conference is to promote regional cooperation, create an information exchange platform on exploration, development, investment and utilization of the geothermal resources in the region and elsewhere in the world. This virtual international conference will bring together policy makers, technical experts as well as developers and financiers of international and regional delegates.

The conference will provide an online platform to explore solutions how to: (i) mitigate the risks associated with resource exploration, (ii) attract private developers to fast track geothermal development, (iii) reduce lead times in developing geothermal projects, (iv) to leverage investment to stimulate the growth of industry, and (iv) to effectively develop, construct, and operate successful geothermal power plants.




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Key Dates

Call for Abstracts
OPEN
Call for Submission of Full Papers
  OPEN
Full Papers Submission deadline
  OPEN
Technical Papers Review
1 August to 15th August 2020
Notification to Authors for final acceptance and corrections
16 August to 30th August 2020
Deadline for Final Technical papers submissions
15th September 2020
Notification to authors of assignment of papers for presentation
30 September 2020




CONFERENCES
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    ARGeo - C5

    Fifth African Rift Geothermal Conference

    2014, Tanzania

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    ARGeo - C6

    Sixth African Rift Geothermal Conference

    2016, Ethiopia

  • ARGeo - C7

    Seventh African Rift Geothermal Conference

    2018, Rwanda


GET IN THE KNOW

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  • WHY Attend ARGeo-C8 Virtual Conference

    • Meet key policy makers central to the growth of the geothermal sector in the region
    • Maximize their presence in the world’s most exciting geothermal region
    • Discuss crucial challenges of streamlining project development, including Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)
    • Be the first to hear about forth coming geothermal project opportunities in the region
    • Hear from developer first hand case studies and learn from their experiences
    • Learn what makes successful geothermal projects
    • Make local and international partnerships that will consolidate one’s business’ standing in the region.
    • Get an opportunity to make business partnerships and hold private meetings with interested companies

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  • TOPICS OF DISCUSSION

    • Exploration methods- geology, geochemistry, geophysics, heat flow.
    • Drilling technology
    • Reservoir Engineering
    • Environmental, health, safety & social factors in geothermal development.
    • Geothermal power-plants
    • Direct use application
    • New geothermal technologies, research and innovation
    • Policy, legal and regulatory frameworks for geothermal industry
    • Project Management, Financing & Economics of geothermal projects
    • Case studies – any aspect of geothermal development
    • Student papers – to include all aspects for geothermal exploration.
    • Mineral extraction
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  • SPONSORSHIP

    The ARGeo-C8 conference provides an excellent opportunity to national, regional and international exhibitors ranging from independent power producers, business fraternity, development partners, government institutions, manufacturers and individuals to showcase their technology and products/services. This conference provides an opportunity to establish relationships and raise exhibitors/sponsors company profile in the region.

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  • SHORT COURSES

    Four concurrent short courses are planned to take place prior to the main conference. These are:

    1. Low Temperature Geothermal Systems and Direct Use application
    2. Geothermal Project Management and Financing
    3. Reservoir Modeling and Well Testing
    4. Geothermal Resource Decision Modules 1 and 2: Volcanic and Deep Circulation

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You can find us on UN Avenue, off Limuru Rd , UNEP Headquarters, Gigiri Complex, Nairobi,

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Catalyzing Investment for Geothermal Development

Seizing the Moment: Investing in Geothermal for Sustainable Development


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