MSc-project: Geochemical monitoring

Geochemical monitoring for geothermal heat production

Introduction

Geothermal heat use is a relative new technology in the Netherlands. So far, wells were drilled in Bleijswijk, The Hague and in Pijnacker. The TU Delft has its own ‘vrijenban area’ concession for geothermal energy. On this concession, three geothermal doublets will be realized from which two are being realized by greenhouse companies in Pijnacker (Ammerlaan and Duijvenstijn) and one will be realized to supply heat to the campus of the university.

A geochemical monitoring program will concentrate on regularly controlling the chemistry of the fluid, focusing on clogging and corrosion issues. It will also provide data to understand the geochemistry of the geothermal systems and its evolution. The main objectives are 1) To control directly if clogging or corrosion is impairing the system; 2) To acquire data in order to assess if clogging or corrosion is likely to create problems in the future. This will permit to plan prevention and maintenance strategies if needed; and 3) To control the evolution of the fluid chemistry. In particular, to monitor the changes due to the chemical breakthrough, which gives important information regarding the cooling of the geothermal system. 

The monitoring data will be analyzed at the TU Delft which may lead to an optimization of the production techniques and a better risk mitigation of geothermal exploitations in the Netherlands. It may also participate the improvement of the life-time estimation of the systems, assessing the interferences between the different doublets; and the possibilities for multi-use of the reservoirs (i.e. CCS).

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Llowlab 2012

Llowlab 2012 is recruiting sustainable engineers!!

 

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NDASSIE

ABOUT NDASSIE

Ndassienergy (or Ndassie in short) is an award-winning young Dutch social enterprise which designs, produces and commercializes innovative solar lighting systems for remote areas lacking access to electricity. Ndassienergy stands for “Heavenly Gift Energy” fulfilling the People, Planet and Profit principle.

We began our journey in 2010 as a self-funded start-up and have been developing a range of products today ready for commercialization. As a small, independent company our employees and interns have a direct impact on company direction and results. We are located in the heart of The Hague, just a few steps from the train Station.

We only hire social passionate talent, so those who join us will find themselves a part of multicultural and most innovative teams in renewable energy  industry.

Come join us on our mission and make a difference. At the moment we are looking for:

   An Electrical Electronic Engineer
   An Assistent Designer / Product Design & Development
   An Web/graphic Designer

Send us a note sharing why you fit the requirements above and ideas on how you would improve Ndassie! email to hr@ndassie.com . For more information please call Jean Séraphin at +31(0)650860300

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MicroDOT

Project announcement:
Transport and installation planning of fluid-power
transmission for MicroDOT

What is MicroDOT?
The MicroDOT is part of the DOT (Delft Offshore Turbine) research project at TU
Delft. A defining characteristic of the DOT is the fluid power transmission from the
individual turbines to one generator station. The goal of the MicroDOT project is
to demonstrate the functionality of this fluid power drive train concept by
developing a 10 kW prototype. The MicroDOT is a fully functioning lab system and
waiting for the next stage of testing in the field.

 

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MIT Portugal partnership

The MIT Portugal partnership is a long-term collaboration in Engineering Systems among Portuguese universities and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the areas of Bioengineering, Engineering Design and Advanced Manufacturing, Sustainable Energy Systems, and Transportation Systems.

The educational programs offer a unique opportunity to advance your students’ and graduates’ careers as researchers and professionals. They are given by consortia of Portuguese universities with lecturing by MIT faculty, and are available in the following subjects:

            Bio Engineering Systems: PhD and Executive Masters

            Sustainable Energy Systems: PhD and Executive Masters

            Engineering Design and Advanced Manufacturing: PhD and Executive Masters

            Transportation Systems: MSc and PhD

 

Please find more information on the application procedure at our brochure.

 

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Climate-KIC

 

Climate-KIC organizes a 5-week summer school (theJourney) in June- August 2012. Topics covered during this summer school are climate change assessments, low carbon societies and adaptive water management. During the summer school, you travel to 3 European cities and write your own business plan in the process. By meeting top-scientists and entrepreneurs in this field, you are coached in merging the fields of business and climate change. This summer school is free of charge for students doing their masters in one of the partner universities! Accommodation and transport between the different locations of theJourney is also provided by Climate-KIC.

More information about Climate KIC and the application procedure can be found in the attached leaflet and on the website http://www.climate-kic.org/education/.

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UfD-EBN Geo Energy Master Award

Is your innovative Master thesis applicable to the exploration or exploitation of the (Dutch) deep subsurface? Are you interested in participating to win up to € 6.500,-? Hand in your Master thesis and compete for the Geo Energy Master Award 2012!

Deadline: February 15th, 2012

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Wanted: Innovative solutions for FACT!

FACT Foundation invites all practitioners in biofuels and bioenergy to submit innovative ideas  for the FACT Innovation Award!

The aim of the FACT Innovation Award is to stimulate and accelerate innovations that contribute to affordable and reliable energy for local communities in developing countries.


Interested?

Here are the FACTS:

  • A professional jury
  • A presentation to potential financial investors
  • 10.000 euro for the winning concept
  • Deadline for submission: February 23, 2012
  • Award event takes place on April 13, 2012 in Amersfoort, The Netherlands


See all conditions for participation.

We are looking forward to receiving your innovative ideas!

Check the website for more information about the FACT Innovation Award!

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Sharetech Renewable Energy Platform

One of the main motors of economic development today is information technology and interconnectivity. While the ability to search information and interact locally and globally is available and taken for granted in the developed world, the absence of these resources is a serious handicap in large parts of the underdeveloped world. Access to information technology and interconnectivity could provide the means for rural communities in Asia, Africa, South America and Eastern Europe to improve their quality of life and enhance economic development.

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