NGP announces the Appointment of David Punch, Corporate Communications

NGP announces the Appointment of David Punch, Corporate Communications
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada January 13, 2010

Nevada Geothermal Power Inc. (NGP) (TSX-V: NGP, OTC-BB: NGLPF) today announced that it has appointed Mr. David Punch to the position of Manager, Corporate and Investor Relations. Mr. Punch has over 15 years experience in business development, sales, advertising and investor relations. Mr. Punch holds a BA from the University of British Columbia with a background in Economics.

"NGP is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Punch. With his expertise in business development along with his broad experience in investor relations, advertising and finance, Mr. Punch will play an integral role in NGP's continued growth," stated Mr. Brian Fairbank, President & CEO.

Mr. Punch's diverse career includes working in investor relations, investment advisement and in 2001, he co-founded and served as Vice President of Business Development at an internet advertising network and technology provider until the company was acquired by an industry leading company.

"I'm a firm believer in geothermal energy and NGP's growth potential," stated Mr. Punch. "We have a great story to tell at NGP and I look forward to communicating NGP's future growth plans with the investment community and potential partners."

Nevada Geothermal Power Inc. is an emerging renewable energy producer and developer focused on producing clean, efficient and sustainable geothermal electric power from high temperature geothermal resources, in the United States. NGP currently owns a 100% leasehold interest in four properties: Blue Mountain, Pumpernickel, Black Warrior, all of which are ideally situated in Nevada and Crump Geyser in Oregon. These properties are at different levels of exploration and development. NGP estimates a potential of over 200 MW from the current leaseholds.

NGP's phase 1 development at Blue Mountain 'Faulkner 1' geothermal power plant is Generating Revenue and the Power is On!

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