New Zealand has complex geology with extensive volcanic systems and seismicity as well as being among the world leaders (6th) in geothermal energy production. To the north of New Zealand and beneath the eastern North Island, the Pacific Plate subducts beneath the Australian Plate. Within the South Island, the transform […]
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There are multiple software solutions suitable for the necessary technical modelling and simulation. The following description utilises some of these software solutions. A detailed 3D numerical conceptual simulation model in LEAPFROG is a static representation that can be calibrated as a natural state model.
Exploration and development wells are a major cost component of geothermal energy projects. In the exploration phase, when wells are being used to derisk geothermal prospects, it is important to be as economic as possible, so slimhole wells have been increasingly utilised to reduce costs.
After geological and geophysical field work has identified and investigated potential hydrothermal reservoirs, the associated derisking of this potential resource could support the decision to move to exploration drilling.
Volcanic geothermal prospects with surface manifestations can be very striking with hot ground temperatures, steam releases from the ground itself, and fumaroles continuously expelling gases and fluids. Ground surface temperature measurements have exceeded 100°C in some locations.
