GeoUS – Geothermal Energy in Special Underground Structures

Energy Harvesting

Twinning project supporting research excellence in geothermal energy through cooperation with Fraunhofer Institute and University of Vaasa.

Timeline

2020 - 2022

Status

Completed

Project code

856670

Funding provider

European Union

Budget

796 000 EUR

GeoUS supports increased research excellence in geothermal energy at VSB-Technical University of Ostrava through close cooperation with Fraunhofer Institute, Germany and University of Vaasa, Finland. The ultimate goal is the development of multi-disciplinary research and innovation skills in the Czech Republic, focused on the fundamental and practical aspects of developing geothermal as a sustainable energy source. The results are widely shared with City Authority of Ostrava, Moravian-Silesian Regional Authority and authorities at national level.

Contact Persons

prof. Ing. Jiří Koziorek, Ph.D.

Lab Leader