At GeoZS, we are carefully monitoring and assessing the environmental impact of geothermal energy use and developing methodologies to more accurately predict their cumulative impact on the environment. We are working to expand the use of shallow GHP and higher temperature geothermal sources to replace the use of fossil fuels in heating and cooling as far as possible. We are working to integrate and transfer scientific knowledge into applied projects to test innovative solutions.
With our experience, credibility and knowledge, we are at the heart of the comprehensive assessment of the potential and optimal use of the geological energy potential in Slovenia. We are working towards making GeoZS an undisputed expert authority and a central expert and advisory service for key decision-makers and investors in the selection of geothermal energy sources. We are focused on developing a long-term national strategic vision for a green energy transition and the use of carbon-free resources.
Strategic objectives
1. Developing of new methods for geothermal measurements, potential assessment and evaluation of the impact of geothermal energy (GTE) use.
2. Co-creating the green energy transition and decarbonisation strategy based on geological energy potential and renewable energy sources.
3. Becoming a demonstration model for the implementation of environmentally and climate resilient measures.
Activities
To achieve our strategic objectives, we are implementing the following activities:
- We are developing methods to perform geothermal measurements to reduce uncertainties in the estimation of geothermal potential in a 4D environment.
- Strengthening research to identifying and reducing the environmental impact of geoenergy use and planning sustainable use.
- We are actively involved in the preparation of strategic documents on research into the potential and use of geoenergy for new uses or substitution from existing (fossil) energy sources.
- We advise municipalities and industry on planning the use of GTEs in energy infrastructure installations.
- We carry out research related to the siting, construction and operation of underground and above-ground energy facilities.
Projects
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Events
Second Consultation on the preparation of the National Research Programme on Critical Mineral Resources, 8 April 2025
The GeoZS is responsible for the preparation of the Proposal for a National Programme for the General Exploration of Critical Raw Materials and Critical Raw Materials Carrier Minerals (hereinafter referred to as the "NRP"), which all Member States are required to prepare by May 2025 in accordance with the provisions of the Regulation establishing a framework for ensuring a secure and sustainable supply of...
14th International Conference of the Association for the Study of Marble and Other Rocks in Antiquity, Ljubljana, 15-20 September 2025
The 14th International Conference of the Association for the Study of Marble and Other Rocks in Antiquity will take place in Ljubljana from 15 to 20 September. More about the conference: https://asmosia14.si/domov/
27th Slovenian Geologists' Consultation, 4 April 2025
A consultation of Slovenian geologists will take place in Ljubljana on 4 April.More information: https://sites.google.com/geo.ntf.uni-lj.si/27-posvet-slovenskih-geologov
International Conference IRTC25: From Raw Material Policies to Practice, 19-21 February 2025
The International Round Table on Materials Criticality (IRTC), an international expert conference on the exchange of knowledge on critical raw materials, will take place in Ljubljana from 19 to 21 February. The conference will present the latest research in this field, industry representatives will present examples of different practices in companies,...