April 26, 2023

The Faculty of Engineering and Sciences at Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez (UAI), through its Energy Transition Center (CENTRA), in collaboration with the International Council on Large Electric Systems (CIGRE) of Chile and Mexico, organized a discussion on geothermal energy in Chile.

The event focused on the current state of geothermal energy, covering recent advancements, challenges, and future opportunities.

The discussion emphasized the potential of geothermal energy as a renewable energy source in Chile, as well as the policies and measures necessary to promote its sustainable development.

The event took place on April 25, 2023, at UAI’s Presidente Errázuriz Campus.

Panelists:

  • Gerardo Hiriart, CIGRE Mexico, General Director of GEOKERI
  • Carlos Jorquera, President of the Geothermal Council of Chile
  • Rubén Muñoz, Head of the District Energy and Geothermal Unit, Ministry of Energy of Chile

Moderators:

  • Waleska Moyano, CIGRE Chile
  • Carlos Silva, CENTRA UAI