DLP Webinar on Sketch-based geological modelling and flow diagnostics: Geothermal and subsurface storage applications

Webinar details
Instructor:  Dr. Carl Jacquemyn
Duration:   30 minutes include Q&A
Main topics:  Passive Seismology & Geological modelling; Fluid flow
Language:   English

Next Delivery: 16  October 2023, 13:00 CEST


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Description

Most subsurface geoenergy applications (e.g. CCS; H 2 & gas storage; geothermal…) use geomodelling to calculate volumetrics, plan for production/injection of fluids, and/or minimise and mitigate risk due to geological uncertainty. Modelling workflows are often too time-consuming and computationally expensive to capture the full extent of the uncertainty space and scale. Sketch-based modelling with flow diagnostics provides a prototyping approach to quickly build geomodels and generate quantitative results to evaluate volumetrics and flow behaviour. This approach allows users to rapidly test the sensitivity of model outputs to different geological concepts and uncertain parameters, and informs selection of geological concepts, scales and resolutions to be investigated in more detailed models. Rapid Reservoir Modelling (RRM) is a sketch-based modelling tool with an intuitive interface that allows users to rapidly sketch geological models in 3D. Geological models that capture the essence of heterogeneity of interest and related uncertainty can be created within minutes. Flow diagnostics then instantly computes key indicators of predicted flow and storage behaviour within seconds, using simple, geologically intuitive workflows that do not require prior geomodelling expertise.

Participant's Profile

Anyone who needs a fast approach to geological modelling and fluid flow. Anyone who is making models of the subsurface or running flow simulations will find something in there that could upgrade their approach. The webinar is accessible to first year undergraduate students to experienced geological modelers and engineers

About the Lecturer

Dr. Carl Jacquemyn is a research fellow of geological modelling at the Earth Science and Engineering department in Imperial College London. Carl has 10+ years of experience creating methods for geological modelling (surface-based modelling; sketch-based modelling; …) across different scales and applications. He holds a PhD in Geology and a MSc in Geotechnical Engineering both from KU Leuven. His current research revolves around the interaction of geology, heterogeneity and fluid flow. Practical research applications comprise subsurface storage of energy, CO 2 and hydrogen and transport of metals. Further research questions include how flow patterns drive diagenesis (e.g. dolomitization) or driver behind black smoker distribution.