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Geothermal energy: clean and inexhaustible
Geothermal energy is a renewable energy source that does not depend on seasonal variations, weather conditions or the day-night cycle. It is entirely in line with the energy strategies of the Confederation and the canton of Vaud.
Geothermal energy has a small environmental print throughout its value chain, and a geothermal power plant footprint is negligible since the energy valorisation occurs underground.
GeoCogen Eclépens project: 4 steps
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Mapping geological structures
To obtain an accurate map of the region’s subsurface
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Drilling an exploration well
Verify the geothermal reservoirs’ flow rate and heat content match the operational needs.
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Second well and construction of the power plant
Drilling of the second well and construction of the geothermal power plant
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Operation
Thermal supply to the Cadcime district heating network and production of renewable and local electricity
News & press release
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Advanced techniques in 3D seismic data processing: From acquisition to preliminary imaging
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PRESS RELEASE – Geothermal, Lithium, and Hydrogen: the State of Vaud grants Swiss Geo Energy an exploration permit in the Payerne-Avenches region
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