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oa The conceptual model of the Theistareykir high temperature system in N-Iceland
- Publisher: European Association of Geoscientists & Engineers
- Source: Conference Proceedings, 71st EAGE Conference and Exhibition - Workshops and Fieldtrips, Jun 2009, cp-129-00077
- ISBN: 978-94-6282-103-3
Abstract
Geothermal energy is a major energy source for both electricity generation and for space heating in Iceland. In other countries it is emerging as alternative energy. A comprehensive geothermal research program in the Theistareykir high temperature area has been ongoing since 1972. Exploration drilling started in the year 2002 and at the end of 2008 six wells had been completed and tested. Our recent magnetotelluric (MT) survey in Theistareykir area has both characterized known geothermal reservoirs and identified new drilling opportunities.