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Presence Meeting in Schifferstadt

On August 29, the GeoWaermeWende project met in Schifferstadt. Beyond digital meetings, this face-to-face meeting enabled direct exchange and presentation of current results. Thanks to all participants for the dedicated meeting and the constructive discussions. Another step for a successful project progress!

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First digital meeting of the project advisory board

On June 13, experts met at the digital meeting of the GeoWaermeWende project. Goal: To consult and further develop the project from different perspectives. With lively discussions and detailed presentations, the exchange was intense. Thanks to all participants, including the German Heat Pump Association (Bundesverband Wärmepumpe, BWP).

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Work packages

Work package 5:
Modeling, simulation and computational approaches

In work package 5, the focus is on the development of advanced modeling, simulation, and computational approaches that enable precise mapping of various aspects of the geothermally fed cold KNWN. The goal is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the system dynamics and to develop optimized solutions for planning, dimensioning and operation.

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Work package 4:
System configurator as a planning aid

In this work package, the focus is on the development of a powerful system configurator that serves as a valuable tool for dimensioning heat grids, heat pumps, and near-surface geothermal systems. This tool supports the preparation of feasibility studies by enabling economic considerations, ecological analyses as well as the consideration of different system variants.

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Work package 3:
Development of the geodata infrastructure and the geothermal grid information system with a web-based geoportal

This work package focuses on the development of a comprehensive geodata infrastructure, including a geothermal network information system that acts as a web-based geoportal. This system enables the visualization and integration of various relevant data to support the planning, dimensioning and operation of cold local heating networks (CLHN).

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Successful kick-off meeting of the research project GeoWaermeWende

Stadtwerke Schifferstadt invited to the kick-off of the "GeoWaermeWende" project. With the participation of experts, RWTH and Dr. Loll from PtJ, central topics and work packages were discussed. An exciting project is on the horizon and the participants are looking forward to upcoming challenges and synergies in the cooperation.

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Start of the research project GeoWaermeWende

The GeoWaermeWende research project was launched in May 2022. The focus is on geothermally fed cold local heating networks (KNWN), which represent a promising alternative for the sustainable heat supply of buildings and neighborhoods.

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