"The
year was 1983... Geothermal energy
had come of age and the industry was enjoying
a long cycle of prosperity. At a small cafe
in Santa Rosa, CA, a handful of industry
leaders met for breakfast to discuss forming
an association of those companies and individuals
who worked at The
Geysers..."
By joining
forces the founders felt they could better address
issues of safety, permitting, and other common
issues specific to The Geysers.