Events
Geothermal Energy for District Heating: Discover the Results of the SAPHEA Project – Presentations Now Available!
June 24, 2025On 6 June, the final event of the European SAPHEA project took place in Italy, with the option to join online. The event showcased tools and results supporting the integration of geothermal energy in district heating and cooling (DHC) networks. Experts presented scenario catalogues, datasets, and open-access resources developed to help cities design low-carbon heating […]
Explore the SAPHEA Tools and Market Uptake Hub for Geothermal DHC
June 24, 2025On Thursday, 26 June, we hosted an in-depth webinar exploring the SAPHEA tools that support the integration of geothermal energy in district heating and cooling (DHC). Participants discovered key features of the Market Uptake Hub, scenario catalogues, datasets, and case studies driving geothermal deployment across Europe. Date: 26 June 2025, 14:30-15:30 Programme: Project SAPHEA: Overview […]
SAPHEA Webinar: How to integrate Geothermal Energy into local heating and cooling planning?
June 24, 2025Join the SAPHEA webinar on Thursday, 26 June from 12:30 to 14:00 to explore how geothermal energy can be integrated into local heating and cooling planning. Learn from real city examples, discover practical approaches, and access open-source tools to support the decarbonisation of urban H&C systems across Europe. Date: 26 June 2025, 12:30-14:00 Programme: 12:30 […]
Initial-aid cashback model for renewable cooling financing
May 1, 2025Introduction In the context of the EU LIFE Cooling Down project, three innovative business models were developed and evaluated to support the implementation of renewable cooling systems. These models respond to the growing demand for cooling in buildings while addressing the financial, social, and institutional barriers that hinder the implementation of renewable and low-carbon cooling […]
Cooling Down Day – Tackling the Cooling Demand for Urban Heat Islands, Grids and Data Centers
April 11, 2025The COOLING DOWN DAY was held in Brussels on 3 April 2025 in the framework of the Cooling Down project, and brought together leading experts to discuss the policies, technologies, and business models shaping the future of cooling in Europe. This event highlighted how solutions based on renewable sources — such as geothermal and solar […]
Discover the EGC 2025 Exhibition Opportunities!
March 4, 2025Join Us! The European Geothermal Congress warmly welcomes exhibitors to Zürich, Switzerland, from 06-10 October 2025. The events attracts thousands of participants (1,200 people in 2022) and will be held at the Zurich Convention Centre (Kongresshaus Zürich), which is strategically located in the city centre, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding cityscape and Lake Zurich.
Host the European Geothermal Congress 2028
February 13, 2025EGEC is pleased to announce the opening of the Invitation for Expressions of Interest (EOI) to host the European Geothermal Congress (EGC) 2028. Held every three years, EGC is the premier event for the European geothermal sector, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, researchers and key stakeholders from across Europe and beyond. This week-long congress fosters […]
Call for Contributions for the Geothermal District Heating and Cooling Days 2025 is now open!
February 12, 2025The European Geothermal Energy Council (EGEC), in collaboration with the Austrian Geothermal Association, GeoSphere Austria and the support of EU project SAPHEA, invites contributions to the Geothermal District Heating and Cooling Days 2025.
Save the Date: Geothermal Heating and Cooling Days 2025!
January 27, 2025Mark your calendars! From 20 to 22 May 2025, Vienna (Austria) will host the Geothermal District Heating and Cooling Days 2025. Organised by the European Geothermal Energy Council (EGEC), in collaboration with the Austrian Geothermal Association, and GeoSphere Austria, this event will be the hub for exploring the latest breakthroughs, challenges and future directions in the geothermal […]
Registration is open for the Cooling Down Special School!
November 28, 2024EcoCool Innovations 🌏 – Leading the Way in Sustainable Cooling Join us for a virtual event showcasing the latest advancements and innovations in sustainable cooling technologies from across Europe. The Cooling Down Special School, taking place on 6 February 2025, will gather industry leaders, engineers, policymakers, researchers, and professionals to explore solutions that are shaping […]
Watch the webinar Cooling Down Webinar on “Renewable Cooling to Answer Climate and Energy Challenges”!
November 14, 2024As global demand for cooling solutions continues to rise, the need for sustainable and renewable cooling technologies has never been more critical. This online event is particularly timely, given the current focus on clean, efficient cooling solutions that bridge European and local perspectives to answer climate challenges at COP29 and energy challenges in Europe: electricity […]
Cooling Down Seminar | RENEWABLE COOLING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
October 28, 2024On Wednesday, November 27, the Cooling Down online event “Renewable Refrigeration for a Sustainable Future” was held, aimed at municipal technicians, councilors, sector companies, researchers, and citizens interested in sustainable solutions for their communities. The event featured the participation of experts, municipal technicians, and energy sector representatives to address the challenges and opportunities in the […]
