Neu-Ulm relies on geothermal energy for decarbonization
21.03.2024
Source: Energy & Management Powernews
SWU Stadtwerke Ulm/Neu-Ulm GmbH has launched a geothermal project that aims to decarbonize the heating requirements in Neu-Ulm and Senden.
In a first step, the use of deep geothermal energy in Neu-Ulm and Senden is being geologically and technically investigated. This exploration phase has been underway since January and will initially run for a period of three years. SWU has chosen Düsseldorf-based Eavor GmbH as its project partner. The Canadian-based technology company specializes in deep geothermal energy.
Neu-Ulm aims to be climate-neutral by 2040. To achieve this, the heating sector is now also to be tackled. Mayor Katrin Albsteiger supports the project: "The endeavor to test the safe use of deep geothermal energy in our region marks a significant step towards a sustainable and climate-friendly energy future for Neu-Ulm. We particularly appreciate the fact that SWU is giving top priority to environmental and safety aspects."
SWU Managing Director Klaus Eder is also convinced of the benefits of deep geothermal energy: "There will now be numerous investigations to ensure that nothing is left to chance. Only once this phase has been successfully completed will we make a further investment decision." There will be information, transparency and direct dialog with citizens all along the way. "This project is crucial for a sustainable energy supply for the city and therefore concerns everyone."
Daniel Mölk, Managing Director of Eavor GmbH, announced that the advanced Close Loop 2.0 technology would be used once the preliminary investigations had been completed. It is considered to be particularly safe because it works with a closed loop system. The Eavor loop system helps to minimize environmental impact and at the same time enables safe and reliable geothermal energy use.
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