Geo-Energy and the Global Energy System
Consultant/Trainer: Jurgen Grotsch
The Petrogenium (in collaboration with EPTS) Geo-Energy and the Global Energy System course: participants will gain a thorough understanding of the global energy system and its transition toward net-zero emissions and energy security, with a strong focus on geo-energy and subsurface resources such as hydrocarbons, geothermal, hydrogen, and carbon sequestration. They will learn the workflows for exploring and developing both conventional and new energy resources, as well as how to transfer expertise from hydrocarbon to new energy projects, which is vital for a successful energy transition.
Participants
This course is designed for geoscientists and other professionals who plan to work in energy exploration and development as well as underground storage and sequestration projects. Recommended for graduate students, staff from the energy industry as well as employees of the public sector and from regulators as an introduction to the global energy system and its’ inherent challenges. It is of particular interest for decision makers who need to set directions and priorities in the energy transition.
Prerequisites: Basic understanding of geosciences is beneficial. Previous exposure to or involvement in the energy industry can be helpful but is not required.
Learning Objectives
The learning objectives of this course include understanding the current global energy system and its transition towards net-zero emissions and energy security, with a focus on geo-energy and subsurface resources. Participants will learn the workflows and methodologies for exploring and developing conventional, unconventional, and new energy resources, and how expertise from hydrocarbon developments can be transferred to new energy projects. They will also gain insights into trends, requirements, and opportunities in the energy transition, and develop the strategic skills needed to lead change and support their organizations in achieving sustainable energy goals.
- Provide introduction to global energy system
- Present global overview of current energy production and consumption
- Introduce all main energy resources used globally
- Discuss role of global carbon cycle and climate change
- Understand workflow of hydrocarbon exploration (Play-Based Exploration)
- Provide insights into subsurface reservoir characterization
- Receive introduction to field development planning (FDP)
- Present landmark hydrocarbon and geothermal projects
- Introduce subsurface and surface development concepts for Geo-Energy
- Highlight role of uncertainties in the subsurface
- Illustrate potential and additional benefits of geothermal energy
- Introduce hydrogen exploration
- Provide outlook for trends
- Understand present-day global LNG market
- Discuss main challenges and risks in energy transition
- Address role of geosciences in energy transition