Informatietype:
Event
Thema:
Sustainable subsurface
Geo-energy research
Unit:
Energy & Materials Transition

Novel drilling technology to accelerate the heat transition

Unlocking geothermal energy’s potential requires cutting-edge drilling technology to overcome high costs and productivity challenges. Learn how innovative drilling technologies can drive the heat transition forward. Watch the webinar from 2 December 2024 on demand.

Startdatum:
Time:
16:00 - (CET)
Location:
Online webinar
Costs:
Free of charge

The role of geothermal energy in the energy transition

A cornerstone of the energy transition for a sustainable future is the ability to harness geothermal energy, one of the most reliable and untapped sources of clean power. In Europe, domestic and industrial heat consumption is responsible for about 25% of carbon emissions, highlighting the urgent need for decarbonisation of heat. However, a significant barrier lies in the ability to economically access geothermal resources due to high up-front drilling costs and risks of low productivity.

Advanced drilling technology

To unlock the potential, advanced drilling technology is needed to access deep, high-temperature reservoirs or enable cost-efficient production from more marginal reservoirs. Traditional technology development cycles are often slow, delaying breakthroughs. By adopting a phased approach that progresses from medium to full-scale testing in real-world conditions, challenges can be identified and performance can be optimized early on. A well-structured, staged development approach ensures de-risking of innovative drilling technology, robust field deployment and rapid market uptake.

Join us in our upcoming webinar to explore how advanced drilling technologies can overcome these challenges and accelerate the heat transition.

What to expect:

  • Gain insights into two advanced technology developments and their pathways to market.
  • Understand the urgent need for low-carbon heat and emphasize the pivotal role of advanced drilling technology in achieving this goal.
  • Discover the potential of accelerated development cycles and explore emerging drilling solutions for geothermal energy provision.
  • Learn how innovative drilling technologies can drive the heat transition forward.

Programme webinar

The heat transition in Europe and The Netherlands

Need for low carbon heating from geothermal sources, need for innovation, need for acceleration.

Frank van Bergen, Program Manager RCSG - TNO

Frank van Bergen

Overview of emerging drilling technologies

Overview of emerging drilling technologies for geothermal energy provision addressing shallow, deep and ultra-deep resources.

Andreas Reinicke, Scientific Lead Well Technology - TNO

Andreas Reinicke

Presenting emerging drilling technologies

Two of the most promising emerging drilling technologies will be presented by guest speakers.

  • Directional steel shot drilling, a gamechanger for shallow to ultradeep geothermal.

Jan Jette Blangé, CEO - Canopus

Jan Jette Blangé

  • Making geothermal anywhere a reality. Innovative downhole anchoring and drive system for drilling hard rock wells faster, further, deeper and hotter.

Liam Lines, Snr Director - Engineering and Technology GA Drilling

Andreas Reinicke (1)

Q&A to panel

Ask your questions.

Interesting for:

  • Oil and gas industry
  • Geothermal industry
  • Suppliers and contractors
  • Policy makers
  • Sustainability experts
  • Renewable energy enthusiasts

Sign up for our free webinar

  • The webinar took place on December 2, 2024 - 16:00 CET.
  • The language of the webinar is English.
  • After registration, the webinar can be watched on demand.

Drilling technology in the RCSG facility

Read more about developing and testing drilling technology in the Rijswijk Centre for Sustainable Geo-energy (RCSG).

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