Prof. Jon Gluyas presented with Lifetime Achievement Award at UK Geothermal Conference
The National Geothermal Centre is delighted that Professor Jon Gluyas, NGC founder member and one of the UK’s leading figures in geoenergy, was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award at REA’s UK Geothermal Conference, Galvanising Geothermal – Delivering Demand, in London on Tuesday 13 October. The award recognises a remarkable career spanning industry, academia, research, innovation […]
New homes need new heat: Geothermal must be part of the council housebuilding revival
The UK Government’s announcement of nearly £10 billion to support more than 70,000 new council, social and affordable homes represent a major opportunity not only to tackle the housing crisis, but also to provide residents with secure, affordable and low-carbon heating. As councils and housing associations around the country begin planning this new generation of […]
New NGC podcast to heat up geothermal conversation
The National Geothermal Centre (NGC), the UK’s trusted and independent geothermal expert body, has launched a new podcast to further spread the word about the vast potential of geothermal energy in the UK. ‘Strictly Geothermal’ will offer a deep dive into geothermal energy, focusing on its progress in the UK while also paying attention to […]
The National Geothermal Centre launches search for industry champions to help build a UK geothermal nation
The National Geothermal Centre (NGC) has launched a nationwide call for industry leaders and emerging experts to become official NGC Champions, supporting its mission to accelerate the deployment of geothermal energy across the UK. Geothermal energy is a proven, low-carbon technology with significant untapped potential. With the right support, this clean energy system could deliver up to […]
NGC comment as UK’s first geothermal power plant turns on
This week, the UK’s first geothermal power plant was officially turned on in what is a major advancement for the growing renewable energy sector. The Geothermal Engineering Ltd (GEL) plant, located in Cornwall, England, will provide reliable electricity and heat to homes and businesses, harnessing the natural heat stored in deep granite beneath the United […]
The UK National Geothermal Centre appoints Dr Matthew Killeya as strategic adviser
The UK National Geothermal Centre (NGC) has appointed experienced campaigner and investor Dr Matthew Killeya as strategic adviser as the organisation looks to strengthen its support for the country’s geothermal sector and expand its impact. The NGC is the UK’s trusted, independent expert bringing longstanding technical knowledge and real-world experience to accelerate geothermal deployment. From feasibility to delivery, the not-for-profit works hands-on with government, industry and communities to turn geothermal opportunities into operational […]
Why geothermal energy is ready to play a bigger role in the UK’s net zero future
As we begin a new year and look ahead towards what’s to come in 2026, it is hard not to feel that UK geothermal energy is approaching a turning point. The case for geothermal is compelling and increasingly well understood – it is inexhaustible, near zero carbon, secure and available everywhere. Geothermal can strengthen energy […]