Thu Jan 3, 2013
Nevada Geothermal Power Inc. Announces Markus Christen Stepping Down as Director

Vancouver, B.C. (January 3, 2013), Nevada Geothermal Power Inc. ("NGP" or "the Company") (TSX.V: NGP) has accepted the resignation of Markus Christen from the Board of Directors as of January 1, 2013. The Company would like to thank Mr. Christen for his significant contributions and expert advice over the past ten years. We wish him success in his future endeavors.

About Nevada Geothermal Power Inc.:Nevada Geothermal Power Inc. is an experienced renewable energy producer focusing on the development of CLEAN electrical power from high temperature geothermal resources in the United States. NGP currently owns a 100% leasehold interest in several properties in Nevada and California, and a 50% interest in Crump Geyser, in Oregon. These properties are at different levels of exploration and development.

Nevada Geothermal Power Inc.
Brian D. Fairbank, P. Eng. President & CEO
Telephone: 604-688-1553
Toll Free: 866-688-0808
Email: bfairbank@nevadageothermal.com

Investor Inquiries:
Telephone: 604-688-1553
Toll Free: 866-688-0808
Email: info@nevadageothermal.com

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