Project implementation
WP1: Identification of key parameters for the effective use of the CO2-EGS systems and selection of appropriate locations
M1.1
status: completed
Indication of parameters important for localisation of the CO2-EGS system
M1.1
D1.1
status: completed
The list of parameters assumed as the most important for CO2-EGS system location, designing and exploitation – based on expert survey and opinion
M1.2
status: completed
Indication of one geological structure suitable for CO2-EGS in Poland and one in Norway
M1.2
M1.3
status: completed
Pointing out the CO2 sources. Indication of methods used for obtaining, purifying and transporting CO2
M1.3
D1.2
status: completed
Technical report - Specification of EnerGizerS scenarios for evaluation; 3-4 case definitions representing realistic and effective combinations of reservoir conditions and local energy demand profiles
WP2: Characteristics of the geothermal reservoir based on the results of comprehensive laboratory tests of rocks
M2.1
status: completed
Collection of the archival data
M2.1
D2.1
status: completed
Database containing archival petrophysical and mechanical data
M2.2
status: completed
Mineral composition and pore space analysis tests performed
M2.2
M2.3
status: completed
Thermal laboratory tests performed
M2.3
D2.2
status: completed
Database with results of new laboratory measurements of rocks
M2.4
status: completed
Mechanical laboratory tests performed
M2.4
D2.3
status: completed
Technical report containing an analysis of the results
D2.4
status: completed
Submitted scientific journal manuscript or conference paper with working title "Characteristics of the geothermal reservoir for CO2-EGS system in Poland based on the results of comprehensive laboratory tests of rocks"
WP3: Experimental determination of properties and behaviour of CO2-EGS working fluids
M3.1
status: completed
Measurement plan complete
M3.1
D3.1
status: completed
Prioritized measurement plan
M3.2
status: completed
Calibration of equipment complete
M3.2
M3.3
status: completed
First data point generated
M3.3
M3.4
status: completed
Experimental campaign completed according to measurement plan
M3.4
D3.2
status: completed
Submitted scientific journal manuscript: "New and accurate thermodynamic property data of CO2-EGS relevant working fluids with data fitted to existing thermodynamic models"
WP4: Mathematical modelling of geological reservoir for CO2-EGS exploitation
M4.1
status: completed
Structural models for selected EGS fields completed
M4.1
D4.1
status: completed
Digital structural models for selected EGS fields
D4.2
status: competed
Conceptual models for selected EGS fields
M4.2
status: completed
Simulations of hydraulic fracturing process completed
M4.2
D4.3
status: completed
Permeability distribution models in fractured zone for selected EGS fields
M4.3
status: completed
Full 3D numerical models upscaled with data characterizing fractured zones
M4.3
M4.4
status: completed
Production models analysis completed
M4.4
D4.4
status: completed
Technical report from the EGS modelling with CO2 as a working fluid
D4.5
status: completed
Two scientific papers on assessment of potential CO2-EGS reservoirs in Poland and Norway, submitted for review to renowned open access journals:
Working title of 1st paper: "Numerical modeling of potential CO2-fed enhanced geothermal system (CO2-EGS) in Poland";
Working title of 2nd paper: "Preliminary assessment of potential CO2-fed enhanced geothermal system (CO2-EGS) in Norway"
WP5: Mathematical modeling of CO2-based topside systems for heat and power production
D5.1
status: completed
Technical Report - Topside systems specifications - performance requirements, demand specifications, system design and process components
M5.1
status: completed
Specify topside system requirements and performance evaluation KPIs
M5.1
M5.2
status: completed
Component and system modeling framework completed
M5.2
D5.2
status: completed
Presentation - Topside system modeling - Description of modeling framework of components, processes and thermodynamics, including examples of simulation outputs
D5.3
status: completed
Technical Report - Proposed topside system designs and predicted performance, and comparison of alternative modeling methodologies
M5.3
status: completed
Topside system evaluations and specifications completed, basis for WP6
M5.3
D5.4
status: completed
Two scientific papers on analysis and optimization of topside systems for heat and power production, submitted for review to renowned open access journals:
Working title paper 1: Combined heat and power plants based on CO2-EGS concept - energy optimization results
Working title paper 2: Evaluation of topside system concepts for CO2-EGS
WP6: Techno-economic and environmental assessment
M6.1
status: completed
Techno-economic assessment framework developed and reviewed
M6.1
M6.2
status: completed
Environmental assessment methodology developed and reviewed
M6.2
M6.3
status: completed
Results of energy analysis of case studies gathered, reviewed and ready for techno-economic and
environmental assessment
M6.3
D6.1
status: completed
Guidelines for techno-economic and environmental assessment of CO2-EGS systems
D6.2
status: completed
Report on case studies results of techno-economic and environmental assessment of CO2-EGS systems, regulatory framework and policy impact
D6.3
status: completed
Scientific publication on techno-economic and environmental assessment guidelines and case studies