CanGEA Iceland Geothermal Tour

The Canadian Geothermal Energy Association is organizing what they describe as 'the trip of a lifetime' to Iceland in early 2016, offering participants an unprecedented opportunity to study geothermal energy implementation in one of the world's most successful geothermal economies. Iceland generates over 25% of its energy from geothermal sources, making it an ideal case study for Canadian energy professionals looking to understand how geothermal can be integrated into a national energy strategy.

This educational tour comes at a critical time as Canada's energy sector faces significant transitions due to commodity market slowdowns and increasing pressure to adopt cleaner energy alternatives. Participants will gain firsthand insights into how Iceland has successfully leveraged its geothermal resources to create energy independence and economic stability.

The tour represents more than just an educational opportunity—it's positioned as a strategic learning experience for Canadian energy stakeholders who are considering how to transition skills and knowledge from traditional oil, gas, and mining sectors into geothermal development. Given CanGEA's emphasis on redeploying existing Canadian expertise in drilling and resource extraction to geothermal applications, this Iceland experience could provide crucial real-world examples of successful industry transformation.

For Canadian energy professionals, government officials, and investors interested in alternative energy development, this tour offers valuable international perspective on geothermal project development, policy frameworks, and community engagement strategies that have proven successful in a Nordic environment similar to much of Canada.