Hungary builds capacity through the first Geothermal Short Course in BudapestParticipants at the Geothermal Short Course organized by SARA/SZTFH in Budapest, Hungary (source: Ábel Markó)Samerah Nicolas 15 Sep 2025Organized by SARA, a Geothermal Short Course in Budapest contributed to geothermal education while highlighting Hungary's geothermal expertise and history. With this course, SARA sought to share that national expertise, complemented by contributions from invited international specialists. Despite its compact format, the short course offered a comprehensive overview of subjects critical to the full lifecycle of geothermal development, blending theory, case studies, and practical application. Among the highlights were guest presentations from Sanjeev Kumar, Policy Director of the European Geothermal Energy Council (EGEC), and Miklós Antics, EGEC President. They discussed the history of geothermal energy in Europe and provided valuable insights into policy frameworks, market development, and strategies to support the growth of sustainable geothermal deployment across the region.