| Title | The Problem and Challenges to Development Lahendong Geothermal Education Park |
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| Authors | Henriette Jacoba ROEROE, Pri UTAMI, Khazani, Jefferson POLII |
| Year | 2015 |
| Conference | World Geothermal Congress |
| Keywords | geothermal, education, strategy |
| Abstract | Development of Lahendong Geothermal Education Park as an area for tourist destination and study about geothermal has been repeatedly presented in various national and international scientific forums, or even in informal discussions and exhibitions on geothermal. It is known that the Lahendong geothermal field is located in the city of Tomohon North Sulawesi Province. Today has a a production capacity of approximately 80 MW, capable of supplying approximately 40 percent of the electrical energy in the province. The problem faced by geothermal development in North Sulawesi or even in Indonesia is deficiency of skilled employers capable to work professionally. Many parties have been committed to build the park, but the fact implement the commitment that has been made is not enough just to give a statement, but it is a start and working on is a really difficult thing. Geothermal Potential in Tomohon has been proven, supported by convenient location, so the area is ideal for a Park and or become a geothermal educational and information centers, in Indonesia, but unfortunately this dream is far from reality to come true. Therefore the purpose of this research is to study for learning and to know the specific details problems and obstacles as well as to make a recommendation for development this park. Study shows that it is not easy to realize the dream without a clear statergy and the support of all stakeholders and anyone who concerned about the development of geothermal in Indonesia, even though the stakeholders have expressed willingness to provide care in building the park. It is expected the in the today's conference can be obtained input from participants about a reliable strategy that will be pursued so dream of the establishment of Education and tourist park in Lahendong Geothermal can be realized. |