The International Geothermal Standard Committee (IGSC) was established last month in Beijing, marking a major milestone in global geothermal standardisation.
Initiated by the International Geothermal Association (IGA), the IGSC will bring together 30 leading experts from 15 countries as its initial committee members. The committee will lead the development and promotion of unified international geothermal standards, while accelerating technology deployment and ensuring the sustainable growth of the global geothermal industry chain.
Niu Shuanwen, Senior Vice President of Sinopec, which hosts the permanent Secretariat of the IGSC, said, “As the world undergoes a profound energy transition, geothermal energy – abundant, stable, clean and low-carbon – is emerging as a strategic cornerstone of the future energy mix. Unified and mutually recognised standards are the foundation for lowering international corporation barriers, speeding up technology transfer, and securing a resilient global geothermal supply chain.
“Sinopec will spare no effort in supporting the IGSC and translating global consensus into actionable standards that drive real impact.”
Going forward, the committee will systematically advance a comprehensive geothermal standard system covering the full industry chain, from resource exploration and evaluation to district heating and power generation.
Bjarni Palsson, President of the IGA, commented, “With geothermal energy playing an increasingly vital role in the global energy landscape, the industry is experiencing unprecedented growth momentum. The establishment of the IGSC transforms a long-standing industry consensus into urgent action. By pooling worldwide expertise in an open and inclusive manner, we will deliver authoritative international standards and guidelines, laying a solid foundation for large-scale, efficient geothermal development and contributing meaningfully to global climate goals.”