Key benefits:
By the end of the course, participants will have a better understanding of:
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The key technologies and engineering strategies required to design and successfully execute geothermal projects
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The different types of geothermal development and how project type, depth, temperature and technology influence technical risk, environmental considerations and the appropriate level of regulatory and planning oversight
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The metallurgy, well integrity and well control considerations specific to geothermal wells
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The relationship between geothermal drilling and established oil and gas drilling technologies, including where practices can be transferred and where geothermal requires a different approach
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The specialist tools, equipment and drilling techniques required for efficient geothermal well construction
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The specific drilling and subsurface challenges associated with geothermal developments
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How technical well design and drilling decisions can influence surface impact, environmental risk, induced seismicity, water management and long-term project performance
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How regulators, local authorities, planning bodies and other stakeholders can better distinguish between different geothermal project types and their associated risk profiles
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The technical information required to support informed discussions between developers, regulators, local government, communities and other stakeholders
Who should attend:
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Geothermal developers and operators
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Oil and gas companies venturing into or already active in geothermal drilling, including:
• Drilling engineers
• Wellsite supervisors
• Rig managers
• Geoscientists and reservoir engineers seeking to better understand their interaction with drilling and well construction teams -
Geothermal drilling and engineering companies, contractors and service companies
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Local government and planning authorities involved in assessing or supporting geothermal developments
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Regulators and public-sector organisations responsible for energy, subsurface resources, environment, water, planning or infrastructure
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Environmental organisations and NGOs seeking a stronger technical understanding of geothermal development, its potential impacts and the engineering measures used to manage them
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Energy generation, utilities and energy management organisations
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Civil engineering and infrastructure organisations
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Investors, venture capital and project finance organisations seeking to better understand geothermal technology, project risk and development requirements
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Community and regional development organisations involved in local energy and decarbonisation initiatives
Course Overview
The course will introduce the key technologies and engineering strategies required to plan and execute a successful geothermal project. It focuses on drilling technology, equipment and principles used in successful geothermal wells. Specific attention is given to metallurgy and well control issues for geothermal wells. Throughout the whole course, the critical areas of difference of geothermal drilling to conventional O&G well drilling will be highlighted. Overall, the course provides a holistic perspective to geothermal drilling from a point of view of geothermal developer.
More Than a Training Course
The programme combines world-class technical training with exclusive access to one of the UK's flagship geothermal developments.
Delegates will enjoy:
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Internationally recognised geothermal drilling training delivered by Black Reiver Consulting, combining practical drilling and well engineering expertise with a broader understanding of the technical, regulatory, planning and stakeholder considerations surrounding geothermal development.
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A hosted networking dinner on Wednesday evening within one of the spectacular Eden Project Biomes, providing an informal opportunity to meet and exchange ideas with fellow delegates, industry specialists and members of the Eden Geothermal team.
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A guided tour of the Eden Project, including exclusive access to the Eden Geothermal well site, providing first-hand insight into the development, drilling and delivery of one of the UK’s most significant geothermal projects.
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An informal “Quiz the Experts” session on Thursday evening, giving delegates the opportunity to discuss real-world geothermal challenges over a drink with Kevin Gray, Tony Pink and members of the Eden Geothermal team.
Eden Geothermal Industry Sponsorship
To support the development of technical competency across the UK geothermal sector, Eden Geothermal has sponsored a limited number of places for delegates from the public sector and non-governmental organisations (NGOs).
Commercial delegate fee: £2,650 + VAT
Sponsored public sector & NGO delegate fee: £1,475 + VAT
The sponsored programme is identical in content, duration and certification to the full commercial course. Sponsored places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
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“I was looking to participate in a training where we could compare oil and gas versus geothermal. Geothermal Drilling course provided exactly this; now I have a better understanding of the geothermal world and how important is the experience from the oil and gas industry for this type of projects. Kevin did a great job sharing his knowledge!”
Anna Ortin, Geological Operations Advisor,
Repsol, Canada