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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.

New Zealand Institute of Earth Sciences (formerly GNS Science)

The Experimental Geochemistry Laboratory

Institution Type: Research Center or National Laboratory

Institution Website

Taupo, New Zealand

Contact

Bruce Mountain
Lead Scientist, Experimental Geochemistry Laboratory
b.mountain@gns.cri.nz

Areas of Expertise

  • Resource Characterization & Modeling

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 Planned
  • Geological Modeling Active
  • Geophysical Modeling Active
  • Reservoir Modeling Planned
  • Coupled Process Modeling Active
  • Water/Rock Geochemistry Active
  • Environmental Risk Assessment Planned
Experimental geochemistry laboratory including four continuous flow hydrothermal simulators, complete analytical and isotope laboratories
Max Temperature (°C) 700
Max Pressure (MPa) 50
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously Yes
Supercritical fluid-rock interaction, supercritical thermochemistry measurement
Max Temperature (°C) 700
Max Pressure (MPa) 50
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously Yes
High-temperature materials testing, scaling and corrosion testing
Max Temperature (°C) 600
Max Pressure (MPa) 50
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously Yes

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