Short Course 2
Short course 2 – 27 October
Geothermal Energy Systems and Their Role in Energy Transition
Level: Intermediate
This one-day intermediate-level course on Geothermal Energy provides a comprehensive overview of the different types of geothermal energy utilization, including shallow ground-source heat pumps, direct use of geothermal heat (hydrothermal systems), high-temperature power generation, and heat storage technologies. The course covers both exploration techniques and engineering solutions required for their successful implementation.
Date
27 October
Time
TBC
Location
WTC Rotterdam
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Course objectives
- Understand the fundamentals of shallow, deep, and heat storage geothermal technologies.
- Learn about key exploration methods (geophysical, geological, and geochemical).
- Gain insights into engineering solutions for geothermal system implementation.
- Develop knowledge of geothermal potential assessment and calculation methods.
- Discuss case studies and real-world applications of geothermal projects.
Course outline
- Introduction to Geothermal Energy
- Overview of geothermal energy as a renewable resource
- Classification of geothermal systems:
- Shallow geothermal (ground-source heat pumps – GSHP)
- Direct-use hydrothermal systems
- High-temperature geothermal for power generation
- Geothermal heat storage (Aquifer Thermal Energy Storage – ATES & Borehole Thermal Energy Storage – BTES)
- Global potential and key projects
2. Shallow Geothermal Energy & Heat Pump Systems
- Principles of ground-source heat pumps (GSHP)
- Subsurface heat transfer and seasonal variations
- Design and engineering aspects of shallow geothermal installations
- Case studies on heat pump applications in residential and commercial
buildings
3. Geothermal Heat Storage Technologies
- Aquifer Thermal Energy Storage (ATES) and its applications
- Borehole Thermal Energy Storage (BTES) and system design
- Challenges and opportunities in large-scale heat storage projects
- Case studies on geothermal heat storage for district heating
4. Direct Use of Geothermal Heat (Hydrothermal Systems)
- Overview of low-to-medium temperature hydrothermal resources
- Industrial, agricultural, and district heating applications
- Exploration techniques: geological, geophysical, and hydrogeological surveys
- Well drilling and reservoir management
5. High-Temperature Geothermal Energy & Power Generation
- Key concepts of high-enthalpy geothermal systems
- Flash steam, binary cycle, and dry steam power plants
- Reservoir exploration and assessment (geochemical, geophysical, and
structural approaches) - Well design and production technology
6. Exploration & Engineering Implementation
- Geothermal resource mapping and assessment methods
- Drilling and well completion techniques for different geothermal applications
- Reservoir management and sustainability considerations
- Key challenges in scaling, corrosion, and reinjection strategies
7. Geothermal Energy Potential Calculation Fundamentals
- Heat in place estimation: Methods to evaluate geothermal resource potential
- Volumetric approach for geothermal reservoir assessment
- Energy extraction efficiency and sustainability considerations
- Comparison of geothermal potential with other renewable energy sources
- Case studies on geothermal energy assessments
8. Case Studies and Future Trends
- Successful geothermal projects worldwide
- Advances in Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS)
- Opportunities and challenges for geothermal expansion
- Q&A and open discussion
Participant Profile
Engineers, geologists, environmental scientists, energy
professionals, and policymakers interested in geothermal energy exploration and
implementation.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Participants will leave the course with a stronger technical foundation in geothermal energy exploration, heat storage, and implementation.
