Source:ThinkGeoEnergy – Geothermal Energy News
Original URL:https://www.thinkgeoenergy.com/iceland-and-italy-strengthen-geothermal-cooperation/
A cooperation agreement has been signed between Iceland and Italy, stipulating increased cooperation in the field of geothermal issues, both bilaterally and within the network of international organizations. The agreement was signed by Guðlaugur Þór Þórðarson, Minister of the Environment, Energy and Climate, and Stefano Nicoletti , Italy’s ambassador to Iceland, on behalf of Italy’s Minister of Energy.
Guðlaugur Þór said at the signing that it was appropriate and timely that the two countries with the longest history and most knowledge in the field of using geothermal energy in Europe signed an agreement on cooperation in that field.
Nicoletti said there are many similarities in the use of geothermal energy in the two states. The Italians had built their first geothermal plant in 1905 and had a lot of experience and knowledge. They also shared their knowledge with other countries like Iceland. The agreement that has now been signed is a new beginning of closer cooperation, where it is important to bring experts and the private sector to the table.
Geothermal energy is an underutilized renewable resource in Europe and globally, and there are sometimes unnecessary regulatory barriers to its use, often due to ignorance. In the fight against climate change, the use of geothermal energy should be welcomed, but no thresholds should be set. The relationship between Iceland and Italy would be good, and cooperation in geothermal matters would improve it even more.
Source: Government of Iceland
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