Geothermal Energy
Consulting experts for shallow and deep geothermal energy solutions
AFRY offers comprehensive services in geothermal energy technology from research and development activities to tendering and licensing support as well as technical due diligence. We render these services for stand-alone geothermal projects as well as those in combination with power plants of other renewable energy sources – independent of manufacturers and suppliers.
Our specialists of all related disciplines will support you, from geophysicists, geologists and hydrogeologists up to experts in power plant design. With our knowledge of geothermal specific questions, for example thermal water evaluation or selection of the best cooling system, we will find the most efficient system and plant design. Our expertise and long-time experience in the business enable us to perform the complete project management and project controlling for your geothermal project.
We provide services to the owners and developers, EPC contractors, manufacturers and lenders
- Geothermal resource evaluation
- Project development
- Power plant implementation
- Operation & maintenance (O&M)
Geothermal resource evaluation encompasses comprehensive methods to assess the potential and viability of geothermal energy sources.
- Commercial, research and development activities
- Evaluation of geothermal potential
- Reservoir characterization and siting analysis
- Test interpretation and evaluation of geophysical exploration data
- Thermal, hydraulic and geochemical simulations
- Planning, supervision and monitoring of geothermal well tests
- PVT analysis
- Analysis of short- and long-term production and injection tests
- Numerical analysis of fluid logging tests
Our energy project development activities are tailored to successful completion and sustainable operation while achieving a balance between technological innovation, economic viability and environmental responsibility.
- Country development projects
- Site-specific development support
- Project identification and project development support
- Adapted plant and system design
- Project management and quality assurance
- Technical studies, due diligence and project appraisal
- Consulting on energy efficiency and environmental aspects
- Integration in and combination with other (renewable) power plants
- Balance of plant
- Planning district heating and power connection
AFRY has the consulting experience and engineering expertise for adhering to rigorous schedules and controlling costs, both essential to keeping your project within budget and on time.
- Conceptual planning and basic design
- Integration in and combination with other (renewable) power plants
- Well path design
- Drafting and evaluation of tender and contract documents (EPC and O&M)
- Supervisory services incl. site management during construction and staff training
- Balance of plant
- Technical due diligence of geothermal power plants with a focus on subsurface components
- Schedule and cost control
We provide a complete range of dedicated services that contribute to the longevity and profitability of geothermal installations, making them a reliable source of renewable energy.
- Dimensioning and operational monitoring of geothermal facilities
- Geothermal reservoir management & optimisation
- Analysis and projection of production rates and temperatures
- Operational optimisation
- Documentation management
- Support in maintenance management
- Supervision and monitoring during operation
- Quality management
