Geothermal field development optimization under geomechanical constraints and geological uncertainty: Application to a reservoir with stacked formations
S.P. Szklarz , E.G.D. Barros , N. Khoshnevis Gargar , S.H.J. Peeters , J.D. van Wees , V. van Pul-Verboom
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Abstract
In this work, numerical optimization based on stochastic gradient methods is used to assist geothermal operators in finding improved field development strategies that are robust to accounted geological uncertainties. Well types, production rate targets and well locations are optimized to maximize the economics of low-enthalpy heat recovery in a real-life case with stacked reservoir formations. Significant improvements are obtained with respect to the strategy designed by engineers. Imposing fault stability constraints impacts significantly the optimal configurations, with coordinated well rates and placement playing a key role to boost efficiency of geothermal production while keeping stress change effects to acceptable limits.
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Geothermics is an international journal devoted to the research and development of geothermal energy. The International Board of Editors of Geothermics, which comprises specialists in the various aspects of geothermal resources, exploration and development, guarantees the balanced, comprehensive view of scientific and technological developments in this promising energy field.
It promulgates the state of the art and science of geothermal energy, its exploration and exploitation through a regular exchange of information from all parts of the world. The journal publishes articles dealing with the theory, exploration techniques and all aspects of the utilization of geothermal resources. Geothermics serves as the scientific house, or exchange medium, through which the growing community of geothermal specialists can provide and receive information.
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