Geothermal Energy

Participants (of mixed backgrounds) will approach the exercises in groups to determine a notional geothermal field development plan including well spacing, heat flow rates, resource estimation and the influence of natural fractures on the system. The hands -on evaluation employs paper -based exercises explore the impacts of the geology and reservoir flow processes on the geothermal resource in closed loop and open reinjection developments. At the end of the training, participants will appreciate the array of risks and uncertainties that impact the assessed project. Required skill levels will range from basic understanding to intermediate knowledge, and this will be reflected in the makeup of the teams.