Geothermal and hydrocarbon esploration: the double play synergy

There is a clear synergy possible in geothermal and hydrocarbon exploration if wells are targeted in a double play concept. In the Netherlands, clastic aquifers which have been explored extensively by the hydrocarbon industry and are now targeted for geothermal energy qualify well for a double play. Through a simple example we demonstrate...

Geomechanical modelling of the induced seismicity for a gas field

Gas production from a reservoir may lead to reactivation of nearby faults, which is likely to cause local seismic events. This paper is focusing on the calculations of stress evolution during depletion of a gas reservoir in order to investigate the possibilities for the reactivation and slip on normal faults, thrust faults and bedding planes at...

Integrated geomechanical modelling at TNO for assessement of deep subsurface risks

Public authorities, E & P and the mining industry increasingly demand fundamental insight and accurate predictions on subsurface and surface deformation and damage due to exploitation of subsurface natural resources, and subsurface storage of energy residues (e.g. CO2). At this moment deformation is difficult to asses and prove, although...