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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.

Scientific Web Services LLC

GEOPHIRES

Institution Type: Industry

Institution Website

Seattle, USA

Contact

Jonathan Pezzino
Principal & Owner
jonathan@scientificwebservices.com

Areas of Expertise

  • Resource Characterization & Modeling
  • Drilling & Well Design
  • Reservoir Creation & Management
  • 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
  • Geophysical Modeling Planned
  • Reservoir Modeling Active
  • Coupled Process Modeling Planned
  • Water/Rock Geochemistry Planned
  • Seismic Risk & Mitigation Planned
  • Water Resource Management Active
  • High-Performance Computing (HPC) for Coupled or Multiphysics Simulations Active
GEOPHIRES SHR Support: open-source geothermal techno-economic simulator.
Max Temperature (°C) 600
Max Pressure (MPa) 147
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) Active
  • Casing Materials (Thermal Stresses, Corrosion, Abrasion) Planned
  • Advanced Materials for Drilling & Well Integrity Planned
GEOPHIRES GeoDT Design Adapter, custom modeling options
Temperature Note Temperature depends on GeoDT support
Pressure Note Pressure depends on GeoDT support
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
GEOPHIRES - TOUGH reservoir modeling support
Temperature Note Temperature depends on TOUGH support
Pressure Note Pressure depends on TOUHG suppport
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously No

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) Active
  • Power Production (Grid Connection/Integration) Active
  • Heat Exchange & Thermal Management Technologies Active
  • Opportunities for Co-Production Active
  • Alternative Working Fluids Active
GEOPHIRES Multiple Parallel Fracture (Gringarten) reservoir model supports
Max Temperature (°C) 600
Max Pressure (MPa) 147
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously Yes

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