[LINK] Aussie green power

[stephen at melbpc.org.au]

Seems Australia's first geothermal power plant will generate in April.

Ok 1MW .. pity re Sabina problems .. imho, efforts need fast-tracking:

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ASX ANNOUNCEMENT 25 FEBRUARY 2009:   Geodynamics   ABN 55 095 006 090 


Cooper Basin Project Update 
 
 Closed Loop Flow Test Update

Geodynamics  is  pleased  to  announce  that  the  closed  loop  test
has  now  been completed.  Circulation  of  50,000  tonnes  of  brine
under  test  conditions marked the conclusion of the closed loop test.

The  test  results  are  currently  being  analysed  at  research
laboratories  across  the globe and the results of this analysis will
be subject to external review and validation by Geothermex Inc of the
USA.

This analysis and  review process is expected  to be completed by the
end of March 2009. A successful validation will mark  the  completion
of Stage  One of the Company's business plan i.e. 'Proof of Concept'.  
 
 
1 MW Pilot Plant Update 
 
The  construction  and  installation  of  the  above  ground  plant is 
continuing, with commissioning of the above ground plant due to commence
in March. 
 
The development approval for the power line to Innamincka has been
received, with mobilisation for the construction of the power line
currently underway. 
 
Ongoing  delays  in  the  manufacture  and  delivery  of  the  heat 
exchangers  from suppliers  has  meant  the  overall  commissioning  
program  has  been  delayed.

The Company  is aiming  to complete  the commissioning program  for 
the power plant by the end of April. 
 
 
Savina 1 Drilling Progress 
 
Geodynamics reports that the program of actions to recover the
remainder of the stuck drill pipe was unsuccessful.  Following 
detailed review and analysis by the Geodynamics Technical Committee, 
the decision was taken to abandon further drill pipe recovery actions. 
  
The Company has completed a program of action to secure the well
at  2,640m (100m above the top of the stuck drill pipe) by setting
a cement plug at this point. 
 
The Company and its joint venture partner Origin Energy are considering
the forward work program and in particular whether to drill an immediate
sidetrack at Savina 1 or to relocate the drilling rig for other
activities. 
 
The major factors influencing the decision are as follows: 
 
  Impending floodwaters forecast to arrive within the next 8 weeks. 

  Optimal deployment of the Company‟s drilling resources. 

  Confirmation of the extent and nature of the granite body and fracture
   system after the intersection of a highly pressured saturated fracture
   at Savina. 

  Desire  to  gain  additional  information  at  the  Jolokia  1  well 
   which  was previously suspended. 
 
Once a decision has been made in this regard it will be communicated to 
the market. 
 
For further information please check our website www.geodynamics.com.au
or contact Mr Gerry Grove-White or Mr Paul Frederiks on + 61 7 3721 7500. 
 
Gerry Grove-White 
Managing Director 
 
Participants in the Innamincka Joint Venture are: 
Geodynamics (Operator) – 70% 
Origin Energy Geothermal Pty Ltd* – 30% 
*A wholly owned subsidiary of Origin Energy Limited (ASX: ORG)
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Cheers, people
Stephen Loosley
Victoria Australia
(&, std disclaimer)