Financing geothermal in islands: structuring investment and unlocking capital

Financing remains a critical barrier to scaling geothermal development on islands, where high upfront costs and subsurface risk can limit investment. This session will explore how projects can be effectively structured to unlock capital, examining innovative financing models, risk mitigation instruments, and investment incentives. Drawing on real-world experience, speakers will highlight practical approaches to structuring bankable projects, leveraging public-private partnerships, and mobilising both public and private finance to accelerate geothermal deployment in island contexts.