THC-Prognos

Enhancing Geothermal Resources through Predictive Hydrochemical Modelling

The Thermal-Hydraulic-Chemical (THC) Prognostic Modelling project is focused on improving comprehension and control of geothermal resources. THC-Prognos aims to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of geothermal energy extraction by utilizing sophisticated modeling techniques using extensive hydrochemical data from all over Germany to guarantee a dependable and eco-friendly energy supply for the future. The anticipated results of the THC-Prognos project are diverse, encompassing refined prognostic models for geothermal systems, more data availability via GeotIS, and more informed decision-making about geothermal energy production. The project is a cooperative endeavor that involves multiple partners, each providing their specialized knowledge to different facets of the project.

Project Lead

GFZ Helmholtz-Zentrum für Geoforschung
Telegrafenberg
14473 Potsdam

Project Lead

PD Dr.-Ing. Guido Blöcher

GFZ Helmholtz-Zentrum für Geoforschung
guido.bloecher@gfz.de

 

Project Cordinator

Dr. Pham Hung

TU Darmstadt
pham@geo.tu-darmstadt.de

Duration and Support

The THC Project started in December 2023 and has a duration of 3 years funded by the 7th Energy research framework program of Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection of the Federal Republic of Germany (BMWK).