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Geothermal Frontier – Beta

This is an integrated knowledge and data sharing platform that aggregates global datasets on institutional research capacity and country-level geothermal profiles. It is designed to support cross-sector collaboration and the advancement of next-generation geothermal technologies. The platform facilitates access to structured data, technical insights, and networked expertise to accelerate the development of higher-enthalpy resources and drive cost-competitive deployment at scale.

Middle East Technical University

Geothermal Research Group

Institution Type: Academia

Institution Website

Ankara, Turkey

Contact

Serhat Akın
Professor
serhat@metu.edu.tr

Areas of Expertise

  • Resource Characterization & Modeling
  • Monitoring & Instrumentation
  • Reservoir Creation & Management

Resource Characterization & Modeling

This area focuses on identifying, assessing, and modeling geothermal resources to understand their size, temperature, and viability. It supports better decision-making by improving predictions of subsurface conditions and resource potential.

  • Exploration, Appraisal, Site Selection Active
  • Geological Modeling Active
  • Geophysical Modeling Active
  • Reservoir Modeling Active
  • Coupled Process Modeling Active
  • Crustal Stress, Geomechanics/Rock Mechanics Planned
  • Water/Rock Geochemistry Active
  • Seismic Risk & Mitigation Planned
  • Water Resource Management Active
  • High-Performance Computing (HPC) for Coupled or Multiphysics Simulations Active
  • Environmental Risk Assessment Planned
Tough React, Tough, Petrel, CMG simulation software
Max Temperature (°C) 350
Max Pressure (MPa) 22
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously Yes

Monitoring & Instrumentation

This area enables real-time measurement and analysis of geothermal systems through advanced sensors and data tools. It supports performance optimization, risk reduction, and improved understanding of subsurface behavior over time.

  • Downhole Sensors Planned
  • Real-Time Telemetry & Data Acquisition Systems Planned
  • Environmental Monitoring Active
Portable CO2 soil flux measurement device Licor
Max Temperature (°C) 50
Pressure Note Ambient
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously No

Reservoir Creation & Management

This area focuses on developing and sustaining productive geothermal systems, including enhanced and closed-loop systems. It involves techniques to develop the geothermal reservoir, manage the system, and optimize fluid flow and heat extraction over the project’s life.

  • Closed-Loop Systems Active
  • EGS (Hydraulic Stimulation, Zonal Isolation, High-Temp Proppants) Active
  • Thermal Stimulation or Heat Management Active
Modeling tools, experimental continuously stirred reactor
Max Temperature (°C) 350
Max Pressure (MPa) 22
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously Yes

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