We consider geothermal energy as a very suitable type of renewable energy. It is stable, available everywhere, and practically independent of the time of day, season and the weather.
Using energy from the Earth’s core
Reducing the carbon footprint
A renewable energy source for the future
We are examining the potential for using our exhausted wells for geothermal energy, including the influence of the geological and technical parameters and their equipment on the possibilities for obtaining thermal energy. We are mapping new areas of deep and shallow wells that we could reuse in the future.
OUR CHALLENGES
Similar to the construction of wind and photovoltaic farms, geothermal energy is a low-emissions source that will make it possible to reduce the quantities of CO2 in the atmosphere in the future.
This type of energy comes from obtaining heat from underground water, soil and rock using new geothermal wells or existing exhausted wells.
The relatively shallow depths of our existing wells and thus the low temperatures of the surrounding rock mean we will need to use heat pumps. Deeper wells can however be used directly or under specific circumstances for heat and electricity cogeneration.
Our Hrušky Z40 pilot geothermal testing well measured a temperature of 51°C at a depth of 1 300 metres
The usable length of the well shaft is 1 019 metres with current technology
The average geothermal gradient in the area
Our first goal is to map out the actual geothermal energy potential and to breathe new life into unused oil wells. We are currently verifying the correct design and legislative preparation procedures, and implementing a pilot project to test the geothermal parameters of the wells.
Pilot project
2021 to 2022
The number of additional wells for use.
We are searching for options to meaningfully use wells after the exhaustion of oil and gas deposits.
