莫纳什大学地质力学系教授、地球能源实验室的创始人P.G.Ranjith教授学术讲座

The Power Beneath: Geothermal Energy for a Greener Future

主讲人 : Prof. RanjithPG

In our quest for a net-zero future, geothermal energy stands out as a formidable and sustainable energy source. In this talk, Prof. Ranjith PG will explore the vast potential of geothermal energy, emphasizing its ability to provide a consistent and renewable energy supply. However, geothermal energy also presents a set of challenges that need to be addressed to unlock its full potential.

Prof. Ranjith PG will highlight the Australian geothermal project as a key example, discussing both the opportunities it presents and the specific challenges it faces, including geological complexities and regulatory issues. This case study will provide valuable insights into the real-world application of geothermal technology and the hurdles that must be overcome. Furthermore, Prof. Ranjith PG will explore into the latest advancements in modelling and experimental techniques for the stimulation of Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS), with a particular focus on the pioneering work done at the 3G Deep Earth Energy Laboratory. These cutting-edge approaches aim to significantly enhance the recovery of heat from geothermal reservoirs, making geothermal energy more efficient and viable. Through detailed analysis and examples, Prof. Ranjith PG will demonstrate how these advanced techniques are crucial for overcoming existing limitations and positioning geothermal energy as a cornerstone in our transition to net-zero emissions.

主讲人简介：

P.G.Ranjith，莫纳什大学地质力学系教授、地球能源实验室的创始人、主任，其研究领域涵盖二氧化碳地质封存、非常规油气开采、石油地质、深部地热资源开采、矿山地质、岩土力学等。发表550多项学术成果，包括专著1部、国际期刊论文474篇、国际会议论文70篇，Scopus的H指数为79，Google的H指数为87。目前在多个学术期刊任职，如Geomechanics and Geophysics for GeoEnergy and GeoResource杂志主编，Journal of Unconventional Oil and GasResources杂志副主编，Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering杂志和EngineeringGeology杂志编委等，由于其在应对气候变化等领域做出的杰出贡献，2009年获得“ARC Future奖”，2012年获澳大利亚领导奖，2019年当选澳大利亚科技与工程院院士，2021年当选为欧洲科学与艺术学院院士，2022年当选为印度国家工程院外籍院士，2023年当选中国工程院外籍院士。