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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.

National Taiwan University

Taiwan Geothermal Exploration

Institution Type: Academia

Taipei, Taiwan

Contact

Sheng-Rong Song
Professor
srsong@ntu.edu.tw

Areas of Expertise

  • Resource Characterization & Modeling
  • Drilling & Well Design
  • Monitoring & Instrumentation
  • Engineering & Power Generation

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 Planned
  • Geophysical Modeling Planned
  • Reservoir Modeling Planned
  • Coupled Process Modeling Planned
  • Crustal Stress, Geomechanics/Rock Mechanics Planned
  • Water/Rock Geochemistry Active
  • Seismic Risk & Mitigation Planned
  • Water Resource Management Planned
  • High-Performance Computing (HPC) for Coupled or Multiphysics Simulations Planned
  • Environmental Risk Assessment Planned
Fluid-rock interaction experiments
Max Temperature (°C) 400
Max Pressure (MPa) 250
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously Yes

Drilling & Well Design

This area covers technologies and expertise needed to safely and efficiently access geothermal resources at depth. It includes innovations in drilling methods, materials, and well design and construction to reduce costs and effectively reach higher-enthalpy systems in more geologic regions.

  • Conventional Rotary Drilling Active
  • Energy Drilling Planned
  • Hybrid Systems Planned
  • Well Completion (Cements, Liners, Flow Control) Planned
  • Casing Materials (Thermal Stresses, Corrosion, Abrasion) Planned
  • Advanced Materials for Drilling & Well Integrity Planned

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.

  • Fiber Optic Sensing Systems (DTS, DAS, DSS) Planned
  • Real-Time Telemetry & Data Acquisition Systems Planned
  • Acoustic Emission Monitoring Planned
  • High-Temperature Electronics for Sensors & Data Systems Planned
  • Borehole Imaging Technologies Planned
  • Environmental Monitoring Planned
  • Permanent Surface Passive Seismic Array Planned

Engineering & Power Generation

This area addresses the conversion of geothermal heat into usable energy through plant design and system integration. It includes advancements in power cycles, efficiency improvements, and technologies for reliable, cost-competitive electricity generation.

  • Surface Engineering (Piping, Turbines, Power Plant Components) Planned
  • Power Production (Grid Connection/Integration) Planned
  • Heat Exchange & Thermal Management Technologies Planned
  • Opportunities for Co-Production Planned
  • Integration with Hydrogen or Thermal Energy Storage Systems Planned
  • Alternative Working Fluids Planned

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