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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.

Technical University of Leoben

Subsurface Engineering

Institution Type: Academia

Institution Website Parent Institution Profile

Leoben, Austria

Contact

Marlène Villeneuve
Associate Professor
marlene.villeneuve@unileoben.ac.at

Areas of Expertise

  • Resource Characterization & Modeling
  • Drilling & Well Design

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.

  • Geological Modeling Active
  • Crustal Stress, Geomechanics/Rock Mechanics Active
Rock mechanics and rock physics laboratory
Temperature Note Ambient
Max Pressure (MPa) 40
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously No
Long-term uniaxial compression capability in climate-controlled chamber (up to 100% humidity)
Max Temperature (°C) 50
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously No
Geophysical wireline data analysis via Techlog and Python
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously No

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
Pressure vessel for testing drill bits fitted with high-pressure nozzles
Temperature Note Ambient
Max Pressure (MPa) 10
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously No

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