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Government funding geothermal research in the Yukon, Canada

Government funding geothermal research in the Yukon, Canada Main Street in Whitehorse, Yukon/ Canada (source: flickr/ Arthur Chapman, creative commons)
Francisco Rojas 9 Mar 2015

The Yukon Department of Energy will work alongside with the Yukon Geological Survey and the Canadian Geothermal Energy Association to develop maps and reports that will identify sources of renewable energy.

In a recent press release, The Government of Yukon, Department of Energy, Mines and Resources’ Energy Branch announced that it will work in cooperation with the Yukon Geological Survey and the Canadian Geothermal Energy Association to develop maps and reports that will identify sources of renewable energy. This project will contribute to economic development and energy security in the territory.

The Canadian Geothermal Energy Association made a statement on this particular issue corroborating that the northern territory would be an excellent location for the many direct use applications of geothermal heat. These include district heating systems, greenhouses, sidewalk snow melting, fish farms and many more. The use of geothermal energy is expected to improve food security and promote economic development, creating sustainable, thriving communities.

CanGEA also announced that they will be in Whitehorse Tuesday, March 17, 2015 to host a Yukon Geothermal Energy Data Stakeholders Meeting. Attendance is by invite only. Those wishing to attend are encouraged to contact them at info@cangea.ca.

“Our Government recognizes that reliable, secure, and affordable energy sources foster northern economic development and have the potential to create jobs, growth and long-term prosperity.”, so Ryan Leef, Member of Parliament for Yukon

“This project will build the knowledge base required for companies who have an interest in geothermal energy production. The initial mapping will significantly decrease the costs associated with geothermal exploration and help promote development of this renewable resource.”, so Scott Kent, Minister of Energy, Mines and Resources, Government of Yukon

“This is a landmark opportunity for all that live and work in the Yukon.  The Territory is now one step closer to realizing the potential that geothermal heat and power has for the economy, the environment, First Peoples, tax-payers and businesses.”, so Alison Thompson, Canadian Geothermal Energy Association

More Information HERE and HERE

Source: CanGEA & CanNOR Press Release