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Comparative Analysis of Approaches to Geothermal Resource Risk Mitigation: A Global Survey

This report presents a comparative assessment of an array of approaches that have been applied around the world, with varying degrees of success, to mitigate resource risks and catalyze investments in developing the geothermal sector.

It provides a framework that can help decision makers identify suitable approaches that align with development goals, funding capacity, implementation capabilities, and other country-specific contexts. The report is based on the World Bank’s own extensive global experience in geothermal development and drawing upon international expertise from leading specialists and practitioners.

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Análisis Comparativo de Estrategias para la Mitigación del Riesgo Asociado a los Recursos Geotérmicos-Estudio Global

Análisis Comparativo de Estrategias para la Mitigación del Riesgo Asociado a los Recursos Geotérmicos-Estudio Global

Este estudio presenta un análisis comparativo de un conjunto de estrategias que se han aplicado en todo el mundo, con diversos grados de éxito, para mitigar los riesgos de los recursos geotérmicos y catalizar las inversiones para el desarrollo del sector geotérmico.

El estudio proporciona un marco que puede ayudar a las autoridades a identificar estrategias adecuadas que alineena los objetivos de desarrollo, capacidades de financiación y de ejecución, y otras circunstancias específicas de cada país. El estudio se basa en la extensa experiencia global del Banco Mundial en el desarrollo geotérmico y se apoya en la experiencia internacional de especialistas y profesionales líderes en la materia.

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Otras noticias:  World Bank Describes Geothermal as an Attractive Energy Option for Latin America

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World Bank Group. 2016. Comparative Analysis of Approaches to Geothermal Resource Risk Mitigation: A Global Survey. ESMAP Knowledge Series; 024/16. World Bank, Washington, DC. © World Bank. License: CC BY 3.0 IGO. https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/handle/10986/24277

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