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Climate Transition Development Utilizing Terrapin Geothermics’ Geothermal Expertise to Co-Develop Green Snow Project in Japan

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3 years ago

February 11, 2024

Green infrastructure development firm to leverage Canadian geothermal developer to lead project development of sustainable project in Japan.

NEW YORK, Feb. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Climate Transition Development Corporation, a New York-based green infrastructure and renewable energy development firm, announced that Terrapin Geothermics Inc., a leading Canadian developer specializing in clean electricity, heating and cooling generation from industrial waste and geothermal resources, will spearhead the project development of the Heat-to-Value and renewable energy strategy for its Japan-wide green infrastructure and renewable energy project, Green Snow.

Terrapin is honored to bring its technical and engineering expertise in renewable energy infrastructure to the development of this incredible property in Japan to deliver sustainable heating solutions.

This marks a significant step in the development of a sustainability-inspired advanced entertainment and wellness destination community in Iwate Prefecture, Japan. The Green Snow Project encompasses development including a hotel, spa and sake distillery on 113 acres of land, with power, heating and cooling provided by renewable energy sources. The project is a groundbreaking joint collaboration between co-development partners, Climate Transition Development and Japanese real estate developer and landowner, Global Family. Pre-development of the project was completed in 2023 by green infrastructure development firm, TerraScale and Global Family.

Terrapin’s involvement in the Green Snow Project is further cemented via a recently announced merger in which Terrapin and TerraScale will merge into Climate Transition Development. Leveraging its unique project development model, Terrapin will orchestrate the identification, conceptualization, financing, design, construction, and operation of its Heat-to-Value projects in Japan.

“Terrapin is honored to bring its technical and engineering expertise in renewable energy infrastructure to the development of this incredible property in Japan to deliver sustainable heating solutions,” said Marc Colombina, Vice President of Operations and Director at Terrapin. “Terrapin will not only provide heat-to-value capabilities for power generation, but also to develop sustainable infrastructure heated and cooled by renewable energy. We are privileged to participate in the development of Green Snow’s innovative vision and will seek to uphold the tenets of sustainability and innovation.”

“Our company is proud to be part of this landmark sustainability-focused project and to contribute its expertise in project development and project financing,” said Danny Hayes, CEO of Climate Transition Development. “In tandem with the highly experienced team at Terrapin, we plan to deliver sustainable power, heating and cooling solutions to the project. Together with Terrapin, we will contribute to Global Family’s visionary project, where our commitment lies in seamlessly integrating sustainability principles and setting a new standard for green development.”

About Climate Transition Development Corporation

Climate Transition Development is a pioneering force in the realm of sustainable energy, finance and infrastructure, with a keen focus on accelerating the transition to a greener, more sustainable global economy. We are dedicated to investing in and developing projects that not only promise financial returns but also drive significant environmental benefits. Our portfolio encompasses a broad range of sustainable initiatives, including the integration of green buildings with solar rooftops and geothermal heating systems, the transformation of parking garages and commercial real estate into solar-powered facilities, and the conversion of downtown buildings and single-family residences into energy-efficient solar buildings complemented by geothermal energy solutions.

For more information, visit: https://ctdevelopment.co/

About Terrapin Geothermics Inc.

Terrapin is a emission-free energy developer specializing in generating clean, baseload electricity and heating/cooling from industrial waste heat and deep geothermal resources. Terrapin utilizes its unique project development model to bring together the key players to identify, conceptualize, finance, design, construct, and operate its Heat-to-Value projects. Founded in 2016, it is privately owned and based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Terrapin is the 100% owner Alberta #1 geothermal project which controls a CAD $25.42MM spend-and-reimburse Canadian government grant.

For more information, visit: https://www.terrapingeo.com/

Media Contact

Soheila Yalpani, Climate Transition Development Corporation, 1 (805) 262-7910, contact@ctdevelopment.co, ctdevelopment.co

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Why We Still Appreciate Bada Shanren’s Works Today

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1 minute ago

October 19, 2026

NANCHANG, China, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A report from Jiangxi International Communication Center (JXICC): The year 2026 marks the 400th anniversary of the birth of Bada Shanren. He was an outstanding master of Chinese calligraphy and painting. His works are treasures of traditional Chinese calligraphy and painting, embodying profound Chinese aesthetics and humanistic heritage, and exerting a far-reaching influence on international art.

Recently, the Event for the 400th Birth Anniversary of Bada Shanren “The Cosmos as Inner Heart: International Youth Step Into Bada Shanren’s World of Art” was held in Qingyunpu District, Nanchang City, Jiangxi Province— the hometown of Bada Shanren. Chinese and foreign youth representatives and guests from 19 countries and regions including the United States, Russia, Morocco, Turkmenistan and the Republic of Korea participated.

Brushstrokes Without Borders: A Cross-Cultural Art Dialogue

Four hundred years of ink transcends borders. Even with different cultural backgrounds and languages, people can transcend cultural differences and feel the resonance brought by art. Khollii, a Tajik student studying in Jiangxi, was captivated by the distinctive charm of Bada Shanren’s artworks and shared her story about brushstrokes, “This powerful personal expression aligns closely with the pursuit of individuality in Western modern art.”

Bada Shanren’s 400-Year-Old Inner Story Unfolds to Twin Students

Mexican twin international students Luis and Erick are studying in Jiangxi. At first, they were confused by Bada Shanren’s paintings, depicting fish and birds with upturned eyes amid expansive blank spaces. After learning about the artist’s life, they sensed the unyielding emotion in his brushwork. They hope to act as a cultural bridge, sharing the timeless charm of this Jiangxi master’s art with global audiences.

Why We Still Appreciate Bada Shanren’s Works Today

Why do we still appreciate Bada Shanren’s works today? As a foreigner, Mickie from Panama has her answer. To understand Bada Shanren’s works do not need mastery of classical Chinese, thorough knowledge of the complex history of the Ming Dynasty, or deep research into every detail of his life. “Simply feeling the emotions conveyed in his paintings can spark a spiritual dialogue across hundreds of years.”

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SOURCE Jiangxi International Communication Center(JXICC)