This paper presents the results of investigation into mapping of potential geothermal energy resource in the southern Netherlands. The objective was to identify and characterize the distribution of geothermal energy reservoirs of the Triassic Detfurth and Volpriehausen Formations within the Delft City and its environs for the purpose of generation of electricity. To this effect, integrated seismic and well data were analyzed and interpreted. Then, petrophysical analysis was carried out in order to investigate the spatial variations of the reservoir properties such as thickness, net/gross, porosity, permeability. On the basis of the interpreted seismic sections, structural maps and velocity models were generated from which prospective areas for geothermal exploitation occurring in structural lows are deduced. Results of the analyses show that the Triassic Detfurth and Volpriehausen Formations of the West Netherlands Basin with the reservoirs at the deepest depths are established to be potentially good reservoirs for geothermal energy development. The zone in and around Wells MON-03, P18-A-02, P15-01 and P15-14 show the best reservoir intervals based on average porosity and N/G values. Thus, the central part of the study area at the depth of 3000 m and above and temperatures in excess of 140°C is recommended for further geothermal energy development project.
Presentation Date: Monday, October 12, 2020
Session Start Time: 1:50 PM
Presentation Time: 2:15 PM
Location: 362C
Presentation Type: Oral
