FIRST Geo-RIN Conference

The Geothermal Decade is Here!

This is a pivotal moment for geothermal energy worldwide. Join us in helping to shape the future of this sustainable energy source.

The FIRST Geo-RIN Conference brings together experts, researchers, and industry leaders from Portugal and Spain to advance geothermal energy. Held in Benasque, amidst the stunning Aragonese Pyrenees, this event offers a platform for collaboration, innovation, and knowledge exchange. Join us to delve into cutting-edge research, discuss public policies, and discover market trends while networking with professionals from academia and industry.

General Topics and Scientific Contents

• Geological Settings and Locations. Exploration and Geothermal Potential in the Iberian Countries:
  • Mapping, geothermal databases, subsurface modeling, and resource characterization.
  • Exploration techniques to define geothermal plays and their potential use.
  • Heat flow, geothermal gradient, geothermal plays, and petrophysical properties.
  • Favourable locations, ongoing research projects, and existing developments.
  • Deep and shallow geothermal applications and their potential.

• Well Technologies, Drilling, and Innovative Designs:
  • Existing technologies and suppliers for drilling, well developments, and thermal testing.
  • Innovative designs to improve efficiency and sustainability.

• Heating and Cooling Systems:
  • Heat pumps in geothermal climatization.
  • Heating and cooling networks.
  • Direct use of geothermal energy for various applications.

• Case Studies and Best Practices:
  • Presentations of existing projects, achievements, drawbacks, and opportunities.
  • Collaboration and synergies among government organizations, academia, NGOs, the private sector, and suppliers.

• Geothermal EU and National Policies (Iberian countries):
  • Regulatory Requirements, Permits, and Licensing processes.
  • Energy and Climate Change Resilience Plans.
  • Regulations, Laws, and Incentives.

• Sustainable Financing & Risk Assessments:
  • Cost analysis and constraints, business models, and economic considerations.
  • Physical and social risks, funding opportunities, and feasibility studies.

Beyond the Talks, complementary activities

In addition to the conference sessions, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in several activities including Workshops, Short Courses, Roundtable Discussions, Technical Visits, Field Trips, Demonstrations and Social Events.

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