Geothermal Project in Münster-Bispingen Moves Forward with LBEG Approval
After years of planning, the geothermal energy project in Münster-Bispingen has taken a significant step forward. The State Office for Mining, Energy and Geology (LBEG) has approved the main operating plan, paving the way for deep drilling to commence. The project aims to supply the military with thermal energy, with each borehole costing over 20 million euros.
The approval allows Heide-Geo, a subsidiary of Münster-Bispingen City Works, to deepen the borehole by about 40 meters and expand it by 150 meters. This expansion will enable the project to reach its full potential. The project's roots trace back to 2008 when it was first proposed as a way to reuse an existing borehole by Exxon-Mobil.
The project has received a substantial boost with over seven million euros in funding. City Works CEO Jan Niemann expressed his delight at the LBEG's decision, describing it as a 'knighting' and a 'Christmas gift'. The first borehole is expected to start in the near future, with the second one slated for 2026.
Preparations are underway for the drilling process. The tender for the drilling tower is planned for the spring of next year, with work expected to start in late summer. Before that, the drilling site needs to be waterproofed, and adjustments may be required for the foundations of the drilling tower and cellar.
With the main operating plan approved, the geothermal energy project in Münster-Bispingen is poised to move forward. The project, set to supply the military with thermal energy, has received significant funding and support. The next steps involve tendering for the drilling tower and preparing the site for deep drilling to commence. The project's success will not only provide clean energy but also create jobs and stimulate the local economy.
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