| Title | 3D Geological Modelling of Potential Geothermal Energy Reservoirs in the Flinders Ranges, Australia |
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| Authors | Guillaume Backé, David Giles, Graham Baines, and Kathryn Amos |
| Year | 2010 |
| Conference | World Geothermal Congress |
| Keywords | South Australian Heat Flow Anomaly, 3D modelling, thermal modelling, potential field data |
| Abstract | The Flinders Ranges in Australia are located within the well defined South Australian Heat Flow Anomaly. Anomalously high heat flow is recorded in this area, offering world-class opportunities for the development of significant and economically viable Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS). Here, we show how a combination of potential field data interpretation and modelling with surface and sub-surface geological constraints in addition to finite element thermal models, enable us to to best delineate potential geothermal reserves. This study could be used as a benchmark for any EGS exploration in the world. |