Connecting advanced technologies to establish reliable baseload energy from geothermal resources.

Ignis is pleased to announce the addition of a new advisor, Luca Xodo, to its Senior Technical Advisory Team. Mr. Xodo, formerly of Exergy ORC, currently serves as Steam S.r.l.'s Global Sales and Partnerships Director and is joining Ignis's advisory team after being elected chairman of the European Technology & Innovation Platform (ETIP) for Geothermal for the 2024-2026 term. He is expected to support Ignis's international expansion in many areas, with a particular emphasis on Surface Facilities & Power Generation.
 
Richard A. Calleri, Ignis Energy CEO, commented, “Luca’s 15 years of experience in planning, procuring and constructing geothermal power plants around the world will add a key core competence to the team as we move forward with our numerous projects in the USA, Turkey and Europe. We are very happy and lucky to have him on the Ignis team.”

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources Division of Oil and Gas has issued the final written decision for the Augustine Island Non-Competitive Geothermal Prospecting Permit. In line with the decision, the permit will be issued to GeoAlaska LLC, in which Ignis Energy is a partner, to explore geothermal resources on state-owned, unencumbered lands.
 

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The area is at the intersection of two of Türkiye’s largest fault zones and had been given an operating license for a health tourism project.

IGNIS ENERGY’S Turkish subsidiary has been granted three geothermal exploration permits in Bingöl, Türkiye.

Transferring its vast experience in the Oil and Gas industry to the geothermal energy sector to develop and evaluate different technologies for sustainable energy production, Ignis Energy expanded its geothermal portfolio in Turkiye with these exploration licenses.

These new licenses fit well in the context of Ignis’ approach of building up a risk balanced portfolio of geothermal opportunities. The overall approach provides a wide selection of geothermal development opportunities that all advance on separate timelines.

Ignis approaches each geothermal project with the awareness of evaluating it within the unique structure of the project and its own context. Ignis CEO Richard Calleri said, “We understand the need for an expedient line of sight to production to make projects financially viable,” and underlined their goal to achieve a portfolio that identifies 1GW of renewable energy production capacity by 2030, utilizing mainly traditional technology for exploitation of geothermal resources but also the ability to tap into emerging technologies where this technology fits. Ignis has done selective technology investments with leading providers that allow the company to utilize these as needed.

Ignis has geothermal licenses with a wide range of energy production potential ranging from mainly traditional hydrothermal systems to some opportunities that may require engineered solutions like EGS and Closed Loop designs " Overall our portfolio is aimed to be technology agnostic and it supports the needed scalability in geothermal by providing the opportunities that these engineered solutions need to prove their abilities." said Chief Operating Officer Marcus Oesterberg.

The push into Turkiye is clear as Turkiye still uses only a small part of its geothermal potential. There is incredible energy potential waiting to be discovered in the East. "We are working to reveal this and turn it into long term value for the Turkish people and the region." said Country Managing Director Cannur Bozkurt.

The region where Ignis obtained geothermal exploration licenses is important as it falls within the intersection area of the North Anatolian Fault Zone (NAF) and the East Anatolian Fault Zone (EAF). The region, where intense tectonism is observed, hosts many natural outflows with temperatures ranging between 30⁰C and 68⁰C, as well as rich geothermal manifestations indicating the existence of a strong geothermal energy source.

We are delighted to introduce Merve Uytun, whose geotechnical services and groundwater career began in 2014 at the State Hydraulic Works Regional Directorate (DSI). Over the years, Merve has demonstrated her dedication and expertise in various facets of geology engineering and geothermal energy.

During her tenure at DSI, Merve took on various responsibilities related to geotechnical services and shallow groundwater projects, showcasing her commitment to advancing the field. Additionally, she gained valuable insights into oil reservoir properties while interning at the Reservoir Geology Unit during her undergraduate education.

Merve's proficiency extends to Geographic Information Systems (GIS), groundwater, and geothermal issues, making her a versatile asset to any team. She actively contributed to project management, press publications, congresses, and training activities organized by the Izmir Chamber of Geological Engineers and various non-governmental organizations, further solidifying her role as a knowledgeable and engaged professional in the industry.

Since 2021, Merve has been serving as the editor and country manager of "Jeotermal Haberler," the Turkish language platform of ThinkGeoEnergy. This role reflects her commitment to sharing geothermal energy insights and fostering dialogue within the community.

Merve holds a Bachelor of Science in Geology Engineering from Dokuz Eylül University and is currently pursuing her M.Sc. degree at the Dokuz Eylül University Institute of Science, focusing on CO2 storage possibilities for Geothermal Power Plants in Western Anatolia. Her dedication to furthering our understanding of geothermal energy and its potential for a sustainable future is truly commendable.

GeoAlaska collecting geophysical data for geothermal, huge step forward

Following approval of the South Augustine Island Geophysical Exploration and Land Use Permit to collect geophysical data between July 15 and Sept. 30, GeoAlaska LLC mobilized its geophysical survey team from Homer to Augustine Island on the morning of July 26. Mobilization involved three landing craft boatloads of supplies and equipment, a geophysical crew and a helicopter.

On March 1, Ignis H2 Energy Inc., a global leader in connecting advanced technologies to establish reliable baseload energy from geothermal resources, and GeoAlaska LLC, a geothermal focused exploration and development company based in Anchorage, announced a new partnership to explore for and produce reliable baseload energy from geothermal resources in Alaska.

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Cannur Bozkurt as the new Vice President for Business Development at our company. With over 12 years of experience in the geothermal industry, Cannur brings a great knowledge and expertise to our team.

Cannur's career began in the Oil & Gas Industry, where she worked for 10 years in both onshore and offshore G & G Departments as an exploration and wellsite geologist and petrophysicist. In 2011, she began her geothermal journey with Transmark Turkey as country manager. Since then, she has been involved in developing geothermal sources and providing project management services to the geothermal market, including EU project involvements.

In addition to her work in the geothermal industry, Cannur has also served as the Manager of TAQA's Geothermal Center of Excellence and was most recently the Managing Director for Enerchange Turkiye. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Geology/Hydrogeology Engineering from Hacettepe University and has completed IFP's Geoscience Graduate Diploma Program.

As the new VP for Business Development, Cannur will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and expanding our company's presence in the geothermal industry. We are confident that her extensive experience and expertise will help us achieve our goals and continue to grow as a company.

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Ignis Energy, a leading renewable energy company, has announced the appointment of Sam Abraham to its board of directors. With over 30 years of experience in the oil and gas and geothermal industry, Sam brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the company.

Sam has worked for both operators and major oilfield service companies in South East Asia, New Zealand, East Africa, and North America. He has managed remote start-up projects and worked on regulations for the geothermal drilling industry in Africa. Sam also consults for the World Bank as a subject matter expert in geothermal project management and drilling.

Sam holds a M.Sc. degree in Petroleum Technology from Pune University, India, and an M.S. in Engineering Management from National University, California. He is currently a Ph.D. candidate in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Oklahoma.

We are thrilled to announce that Marcus Oesterberg has joined our team as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Ignis Energy. With over 32 years of experience in the energy industry and holding over 16 patents, Marcus brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our company.

Marcus began his career in 1995 at Baker Hughes in Celle, Germany, and later relocated to the United States in 1997. During his tenure at Baker Hughes, he held various roles in Technical Services, Deepwater Project Management, Repair & Maintenance, Global Marketing, Off- and Onshore Operations, and as the Global Product Management Executive for Directional Drilling.

Prior to joining Ignis Energy, Marcus served as the President of Evolution Engineering, a leading downhole MWD tools provider, which he successfully sold to Baker Hughes in 2021. His extensive experience in the energy industry and his proven track record of success make him an invaluable addition to our team.

As COO, Oesterberg will oversee the day-to-day operations of Ignis Energy, including project management, engineering, and procurement. His extensive experience in the energy industry will be instrumental in helping the company achieve its goals and continue to grow.