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The Geothermal Energy Association (GEA) announced on Friday the finalists for the GEA Honors, which recognize companies and individuals that have made significant contributions during the past year to advancing technology, spurring economic development or protecting the environment.
Calpine, which operates plants in The Geysers geothermal steamfield on Cobb, is among the finalists.
The awards program, which is in its second year, also gives special recognition to companies and individuals who have otherwise made notable advancements and achievements for geothermal energy.
Winners will be announced at a special awards dinner at the second annual GEA National Geothermal Summit Awards Dinner in Sacramento, Calif. On Aug. 7.
“The companies and individuals that were nominated and passed screening demonstrate the significant progress being made in the U.S. geothermal industry,” commented Karl Gawell, GEA’s Executive Director. “We are proud to recognize those companies and individuals that are leading the way towards a successful future for expanded geothermal energy production. It is through the hard work and diligence of these honorees that geothermal continues to meet the increasing energy needs of our country and provide a clean alternative to coal and other non-renewable energy sources.”
GEA has named the finalists for GEA Honors in the following categories: Technological advancement, economic development and environmental stewardship. In these three categories a final “winner” will be announced in August.
Also announced were special recognition awards open to both GEA members and non-member companies making significant contributions to the geothermal industry.
The Calpine Geysers Visitors Center, located at 15500 Central Park Road in Middletown, is among the those named for the special recognition awards.
The center has been providing public education of geothermal energy since 2010 and has welcomed more than 75,000 visitors from 79 countries.
Others in the special recognition category are AltaRock Energy, Dr. Desikan Bharathan and Dr. Leland (Roy) Mink.
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MIDDLETOWN, Calif. – The California Department of Conservation recently presented the Outstanding Lease and Facility Maintenance Award to Calpine’s operations at The Geysers.
The presentation marked Calpine’s 11th consecutive year to receive the award, which recognizes safety and environmental responsibility in management of state-owned leases.
The nation’s largest renewable geothermal power producer, Calpine operates 15 power plants at The Geysers that are capable of generating up to 750 megawatts of renewable energy around the clock.
For more information, visit www.calpine.com .
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CLEARLAKE OAKS, Calif. – Cache Creek Vineyards & Winery has won gold at the Orange County Fair Wine Competition.
The winery’s 2007 Petite Syrah was honored with a gold medal.
With the winery, the Van Pelt family is turning the dream and vision of their late Father “Poppo” into a reality.
“Our focus now is to not only keep providing grapes to other well known brands in Napa, but to get the Cache Creek Vineyard brand on the map and into the glasses of wine consumers,” said Tess James, marketing and sales director.
The brand is off to a good start, with winemaker Derek Holstein bringing 40 years of experience, paired with James’ enthusiasm.
To find out more information on Cache Creek Vineyards & Winery and the “Running Elk” Wine Club go to www.cachecreekvineyards.com or visit Lake County Wine Studio to taste and purchase the “Gold” Medal Winning 2007 Cache Creek Vineyards & Winery Petite Sirah.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – The second event in Lake County’s summertime tourism networking workshop series will be held on Thursday, June 28, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Moore Family Winery, located at 11990 Bottle Rock Road.
Presented in collaboration with the Lake County Marketing Program and Lake County Chamber of Commerce, this monthly summertime series is designed to give business owners and tourism professionals from around Lake County an opportunity to meet, network, and create ways to partner with each other to create an even more powerful visitor experience.
This second workshop will feature two informational segments for tourism businesses, one focused on using social media and another on the importance of Lake County’s local arts scene on the visitor experience.
Attendees will enjoy delicious appetizers presented by Chic Le Chef along with local wines from Langtry Estate and Moore Family Winery, and entertainment by bluegrass musician Don Coffin.
Tourism and hospitality professionals involved in all areas of Lake County’s tourism industry – lodging, events, dining, attractions, tasting rooms, galleries, shops, activities, tours, and more – are encouraged to attend.
Please RSVP to the Lake County Chamber of Commerce by calling 707-263-5092.