What is the Aberdeen Geothermal Feasibility Pilot project?

The Aberdeen Geothermal Feasibility Pilot is a project led by researchers from the University of Aberdeen aiming to find new ways to bring in low-carbon heating using the Earth's natural underground heat.

How are researchers mapping Aberdeen's geothermal potential?

Researchers are installing 100 seismic sensors underground across the city to record natural and manmade vibrations, which will be used to create a 3D subsurface map.

What is the role of the borehole in the geothermal project?

A 500-meter-deep borehole will be drilled on the university's campus to monitor temperature, geology, and hydrology, providing crucial data for the geothermal feasibility study.

Home / Science / Aberdeen Taps Earth's Heat: Geothermal Sensors Deployed

Aberdeen Taps Earth's Heat: Geothermal Sensors Deployed

13 Feb

•

Summary

100 seismic nodes are being installed across Aberdeen for geothermal mapping.
Sensors will record natural and manmade vibrations for one to two months.
A 500-meter borehole will monitor temperature, geology, and hydrology.

Aberdeen Taps Earth's Heat: Geothermal Sensors Deployed

Aberdeen is embarking on an ambitious project to harness geothermal heating potential, a sustainable energy source utilizing the Earth's natural underground warmth. Researchers from the University of Aberdeen are leading the Aberdeen Geothermal Feasibility Pilot, funded by a £1 million UK Research and Innovation grant.

Over one to two months, 100 seismic nodes, approximately 10cm x 10cm x 30cm each, are being installed across public and private green spaces. These sensors will record natural and manmade vibrations to generate a detailed 3D subsurface map of the city's geology, extending from the Bridge of Don to Nigg and inland to Hazlehead.