Geothermal Engineering Ltd

Another very exciting post this week! Last week, one of our GEL team members Thomas O. took part in a Department for Business and Trade organised Trade Mission to Detroit to visit General Motors and other US based companies working in the automotive sector to discuss low-carbon lithium production from geothermal resources in Cornwall. Low carbon lithium production will be key for decarbonising the automotive industry and Cornwall can play a large role in this. This was a very exciting and informative event and an incredibly valuable experience.   Follow us to make sure you don’t miss any of our weekly posts, and to keep up to date with the exciting developments happening here at United Downs over the coming months as we prepare to switch on the UK’s very first geothermal power plant! #GEL #UnitedDowns #Geothermalenergy #GeothermalinCornwall #DepartmentforBusinessandTrade #Detroit #Geothermalconference #Geothermalsummit #Trademission

It has been a busy week for the GEL team! Last week GEL team members Claudia M., Jane Charman, Thomas O. and Poppy Edgecombe all had the pleasure of attending the 11th Geothermal Symposium, organised by the Energy Group - The Geological Society and held at Burlington house in London. The team enjoyed their time and found the talks both interesting and insightful. Our own Ryan Law presented the progress of the United Downs Deep Geothermal project and discussed our plans for the next year. Many thanks to CRM-geothermal, PUSH-IT and the Cornwall Mining Alliance for supporting us and making it possible for us to attend. Make sure to follow us so you don’t miss on the exciting developments happening here at United Downs over the coming months as we prepare to switch on the UK’s very first geothermal power plant! #Geothermalsymposium #GEL #Geothermal #Greenenergy #Greenerandcleaner #Geothermalresearch #GeothermalinCornwall

We have a NEW WEBSITE! Today’s post is extremely exciting as we are thrilled to share with you our brand-new website! Our new website expertly encompasses our mission and values as the company that is soon to be commissioning the UK’s first ever deep geothermal power plant, and one which is dedicated to enhancing the UK’s energy security. At GEL, we are striving towards a global energy transition to a greener and cleaner future and our website reflects this. Please click the following link to explore our new website: https://gel.energy/ Follow us to make sure you don’t miss any of our weekly topic posts, and to keep up to date with the exciting developments happening here at United Downs over the coming months as we prepare to switch on the UK’s very first geothermal power plant! #GEL #UnitedDowns #Newwebsite #GELenergy #Geothermal #Energy #Cornwall #Greenerandcleaner

This week we wanted to share with you some very exciting SITE UPDATES at our United Downs site! With our fast approaching ‘Go Live’ date, there have been updates left, right and centre as we prepare for switch on of the UK’s very first geothermal power plant! Ryan Law Our Project Manager, Charlotte Wilkins, has provided us with the following site updates for United Downs: Mains cable laid from the ORC power plant to the National Grid substation. Cables pulled throughout the ORC plant, and electricians now wiring individual components. Motor control centre (MCC) complete with all electrical drives and panels installed. All major equipment installed, aligned and fixed in position. Piping being welded on site with a full-time weld tester working. Air cooled condensers complete with fans and motors installed. Detailed plans being made to bring the plant into operation. To see these updates in action, have a look at our site photos below! Follow us to keep up to date with our exciting journey as we prepare to switch on the UK’s very first geothermal power plant! Department for Energy Security and Net Zero #Geothermal #Energy #Greenenergy #Geothermalpowerplant #Siteupdates #Siteprogress #GEL #UnitedDowns  

Welcome to this week’s GEL post, and today we are talking all about the educational initiatives and events that we offer. From school assemblies and careers fairs to taught lessons, site visits and university talks – we really do cover all bases here at GEL to make sure that everyone has access to learning about geothermal energy. Read on and follow us to find out more. Our Community Engagement and Education Officer, Claudia M., details our educational offerings below: “A large part of community cohesion is education. At GEL we take our time ensuring that our project’s aims and impacts are understood throughout communities, and a large part of that is done via our educational visits. The community engagement and education team regularly visit schools and colleges giving lessons, presentations and speaking in assemblies. GEL has put together lesson plans on geothermal, geology and seismicity that involve a presentation, animations to suit a variety of audiences, a range of activities and games, and a Q&A session. These lessons are suitable for mixed-abilities and can be tailored to fit the needs of the class and the curriculum. GEL education resources encourage learning while having fun, they also help students to learn geothermal related terminology, GEL has maze puzzles to demonstrate how water moves through the fracture zone, a board game, matching pairs, word searches and more! Plenty to keep pupils engaged and learning about science, and renewable energy. We also regularly attend school events such as career fairs and mock interviews to provide support and give the students a chance to exercise their communication skills, whilst learning about new and growing industries in Cornwall. We can also host site visits for school, college and university groups. Held in our visitor centre, we can accommodate 10-35 people and run a range of lessons and bespoke activities, they also get to see the 1st UK geothermal power plant! For more information or to book a visit email Claudia.malam@geothermalengineering.co.uk” Follow us to make sure you don’t miss any of our weekly topic posts, and to keep up to date with the exciting developments happening here at United Downs over the coming months! #GEL #Geothermalenergy #Greenerandcleaner #Communityengagement #Education #Cornwallschools #Schoolvisits #Cornwallcareersfair

THE LAST GEL OPEN DAY OF 2024! DON'T MISS OUT on this amazing opportunity to see the UK's very first geothermal power plant in it's final stages of construction! Suitable for all the family, with refreshments children's activities and the opportunity to visit the viewing platform! When: Wednesday 30th October 2024 Times: 10am and 11:15am Book your FREE ticket today via this link: https://bit.ly/4dJQmKL #GEL #UnitedDowns #Geothermalenergy #Openday #ThingstodoCornwall #Greenenergy #Cornwall

HAPPY WORLD GEOTHERMAL DAY! A day filled with geothermal education, sharing inspiring geothermal projects from around the globe, highlighting the astounding benefits of geothermal energy and celebrating geothermal energy, and the people who make it happen – what could be better?! So today is a slightly different post. To celebrate this special day, we want to share a snapshot into the world of geothermal energy and condense 16 years’ worth of hard work into a 5-minute educational read. What is Geothermal Energy? Geothermal energy is a form of renewable energy derived from the Earth’s natural heat; the term ‘geothermal’ literally meaning "heat from the Earth". It is a reliable source of low-carbon heat and energy. Why Geothermal Energy? Our founder, Ryan Law, had the following to say when asked why he decided to develop the first geothermal power project in the UK: “Geothermal energy has such tremendous potential to provide renewable energy 24/7. The resource is enormous, and I wanted to show that geothermal power could also be developed in a country such as the UK. We are at the beginning of a broader roll out of geothermal projects worldwide as there will be a need to ensure that power needs are still met when the sun doesn’t shine, or the wind doesn’t blow. Onwards and downwards.” Geothermal energy has, but is not limited to, the following benefits: ·      Low carbon ·      Low environmental impact ·      Constant supply – geothermal plants operate 24/7 regardless of the weather conditions ·      Provides a multitude of jobs in the green energy sector ·      Improves national energy security ·      Decarbonises electricity generation ·      Only uses a small area of land to generate power ·      Each site offers numerous local benefits including a net increase in biodiversity, local talks and events and money spent in local businesses to boost local economy ·      No visible steam or smell emitted, unlike a traditional power plant Our Geothermal Vision: At GEL we have a clear vision for the future of geothermal energy. GEL is producing the UK’s first geothermal power plant, which will be switched on in 2025. This is a huge step towards creating energy independence for Britain and making valuable steps towards the global energy transition. Our continued vision is to use the geothermal resources beneath our feet for zero carbon electricity, heating and cooling. As a company built by a community of like-minded people with a passion for sustainable endeavours, we believe that geothermal should fill the gap for 24/7 renewable energy production, regardless of the weather. We would like to hear your thoughts and stories surrounding geothermal energy to celebrate World Geothermal Day! Tag us in your World Geothermal Day posts or leave us a comment below. Let’s celebrate this day together! Follow us to be a part of our journey to becoming the UK’s first geothermal power plant. #WorldGeothermalDay #Geothermalenergy #GEL #Greenenergy

Looking for an exciting career opportunity in CORNWALL? We are HIRING! Be part of a team who are pioneering geothermal power, energy and lithium advancement in the UK. We are looking for a full-time POWER PLANT MANAGER. The role would be primarily based here at United Downs. To find out more, visit our website https://lnkd.in/ewzBMrtZ To apply for this role, please send your CV and cover letter to careers@geothermalengineering.co.uk with the subject “Power Plant Manager Application” Applications Deadline: 12pm on 25th October 2024. We look forward to hearing from you. #Cornwalljobs #CareersinCornwall #Powerplantmanager #Cornwallvacancy #Redruthjobs #UnitedDowns #Geothermaljobs

⏰ Only 2 Days Left! Don't Miss Out! ⏰ Cornwall is at the forefront of the geothermal-metal extraction projects energy revolution, and we want you to help shape its future! As we prepare for our interactive session, we need your voice to address community concerns about environmental, health, and economic impacts. Join the Horizon Europe-funded CRM-geothermal project and local experts from Geothermal Engineering Ltd (GEL), Cornish Lithium Plc, and Levin Sources. This is your chance to influence how future geothermal projects are planned and executed. 🗓️ Date: Wednesday 9th October - there will be two sessions (14:00-16:00 and 18:00-20:00) 📍 Location: Redruth Community Centre (Foundry Row, Redruth, Cornwall TR15 1AN) 🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/3zrJNyn #GeothermalEnergy #Cornwall #SustainableFuture #CommunityEngagement #CRMGeothermal #GreenEnergy #EUGreenDeal

It’s time for this week’s GEL post, and this week we are covering all aspects of our community engagement and outreach initiatives relating to the surrounding communities. Engaging with the communities local to our sites is inherently important to us, and we aim to ensure all members feel listened to, reassured and informed regarding our developments. Here at GEL, we participate in and host a variety of events for the local community. These include regular Community Liaison Group (CLG) meetings, community funding for local projects, site visits for those who wish to, Open Days available for all and participation in local events such as fairs and coffee mornings. Our Community Engagement and Education Manager, Jane Charman, delves into more detail with regards to our involvement within the community: “GEL has always appreciated the importance of community Engagement and the need to have a visible presence locally for two-way communication. Our presence at local community events, giving talks and presentations, as well as opening the site to visitors has enabled over 10,000 people to learn about geothermal power production and the geology in Cornwall.   Inclusivity is paramount, ensuring that information about geothermal power projects is accessible to all. GEL has taken time and care to formulate digital and printed information with just the right balance of technical and non-technical information in text and graphical format. Presentations are tailored for each audience, often including one of our bespoke animations and footage from the drilling and well-testing phases. Groups of 10 – 35 people can book visits to our United Downs site, or the Community Engagement team can visit groups in Cornwall taking along our mobile exhibition resources.   The United Downs Community Liaison Group meets regularly in the site visitor room, bringing together councilors, local businesses, and members of the community to hear from GEL representatives and for them to ask questions, and see the progress being made from the viewing platform.   A Community Fund was launched when drilling began, which has fully or partially funded 14 local projects all of which have either encouraged community cohesion or enhanced local sustainability. Plaques have been presented to each of the funded projects which help to promote GEL inclusivity in the community. Cornwall Community Foundation” Follow us to make sure you don’t miss any of our weekly topic posts, and to keep up to date with the exciting developments happening here at United Downs over the coming months! Next week’s post will also cover our community engagement initiatives but will focus on the education aspects of this. #GEL #UnitedDowns #Geothermalenergy #UKgreenenergy #Greenerandcleaner #Communityengagement #GELcommunity