DGE-Rollout: supporting increased use of deep geothermal energy in Europe

Our demand for energy is steadily increasing. More than half of it is used to generate heat, primarily from sources that harm the climate, such as gas, coal or oil. To reduce CO2 emissions, we need energy sources which are environmentally friendly and readily available. Natural heated great depth, deep geothermal energy, or DGE, can play a central role in this. The aim of the DGE roll-out network is to promote this clean and safe energy technology in Northwest Europe. Decision makers and investors are being supported in 3 ways. All available data is gathered into an information system. This reduces and simplifies initial planning steps. Standardized methods for planning and investigation lower the risks and provide assistance in decision making for investors and operators. Pilot plans are being established and will supply energy in existing district heating networks. They are using new combinations of heat pumps and underground storage. Thermal water welds would supply heat and green electricity for several thousand households. And existing facilities and heat networks that are being optimized and further developed. The experience gained from these projects will enable commercial plants to be planned and optimized in a much better way. Local reliable heat production lower land requirements and environmental acceptability make DGE a key technology for the energy transition. Thanks to the DGE rollout network, investors and decision makers can use these advantages with less risks and greater planning certainty. Would you like to know more about the uses of these natural sources of energy? You can find more information and your local contact at www.nweurope.eu/dge-rollout.