Geothermal exploration drilling rig on a high Andean plateau at dusk

What we do

Geothermal projects, from the first survey to the grid

We develop geothermal projects in Ecuador and represent the companies that make them possible — combining geoscience, commercial development and local knowledge.

Service 01

Geothermal project development

We take geothermal prospects through the stages that turn heat in the ground into a bankable project: data review, resource assessment, exploration programmes, well testing and feasibility studies.

  • Resource screening and prospect identification
  • Geological, geochemical and geophysical exploration
  • Conceptual reservoir models and capacity estimates
  • Feasibility, technical design options and development support

Service 02

Representation in Ecuador

We represent international companies of the geothermal and wider energy sector, giving them a credible commercial and technical presence in the country without the cost of building one from scratch.

  • Drilling services, wellfield equipment and power-plant technology
  • Engineering, consulting and geoscience providers
  • Commercial development, tendering and client relationships
  • Permitting, procurement and stakeholder navigation

Project lifecycle

Stage by stage, retiring risk

01

Reconnaissance

Regional screening of volcanic systems, existing data review and identification of prospects worth studying.

02

Exploration

Geological mapping, geochemistry of surface manifestations and geophysical surveys that build a conceptual reservoir model.

03

Feasibility

Slim-hole and well testing, resource capacity estimates, technical design options and the financial case for development.

04

Development

Permitting support, supplier selection, contracting and structuring alongside partners and investors.

05

Operation

Continuity on the ground: technical representation, supply of equipment and services, and long-term local support.

Who we work with

Partners across the energy chain

Industries and companies

Operations seeking energy efficiency and sustainability, including direct-use heat applications.

Communities and territories

Places that need reliable, responsible energy and a partner that engages honestly from day one.

Developers and investors

International players who need strategic, ethical allies with real presence in Ecuador.

Geothermal wellhead venting a steam plume in front of dark mountains

Beyond electricity

Direct use of geothermal heat

Not every geothermal resource is best used for power generation. Moderate temperature reservoirs can supply heat directly to agro-industry, drying processes, greenhouses, aquaculture, tourism and thermal facilities.

We assess these applications alongside power projects, because they often deliver local value faster and at lower cost.

Start a conversation

Tell us about your project, technology or investment thesis for Ecuador and we will tell you plainly whether we can help.

info@urko-energy.com
Engineers speaking with local community members at an Andean geothermal site