GeotIS News

New data for near-surface geothermal energy

31 Jan 2024 18:00:00 +0200

A new overview map for Mecklenburg-Vorpommern shows where borehole heat exchangers are feasible under legislation. By clicking on the map, you can find out more details and get links to the relevant authorities. The structure of the map layers and the design have also been revised.

Underground temperature maps

13 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0200

As a new function, the underground temperature up to a depth of 5000 m can now be displayed directly in Geotis. The depth is selected in steps of 200m.

New data

10 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0200

The energy statistics for 2021 have been published. Please note that the calculated production data of geothermal spas might be affected by the pandemic.

Datenaktualisierung

12 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0200

The data for the 3D subsurface temperature model are now available for download: https://www.geotis.de/homepage/sitecontent/geotis/geotis_data/2022_T_DATA_LIAG.zip.

New data

07 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0200

In northern Germany, the GeoPower model was replaced by the Glückstadtgraben model developed in the StörTief project. The model for north-eastern Germany was supplemented by the Toarc on the state area of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania.

New data

07 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0200

The 3d temperature model was updated. The calculation method was also changed. Instead of using poorer quality temperature measurements only at low data density, they are now considered also at higher data density, but with a lower weighting according to their quality. Furthermore, the Upper Rhine Graben, northern Germany and south-eastern Germany were geostatistically modelled separately in order to be able to determine the predictive uncertainty (Kriging standard deviation) better than before. These improvements were achieved by using a new geostatistical software (ISATIS.NEO®).

New data

19 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +0200

The energy statistics for 2020 have been published. Please note that the calculated production data of geothermal spas might be affected by the pandemic.

New data

17 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +0200

The energy statistics for 2019 have been published.

New data: Franconian Basin

16 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +0200

The 3D model of the Molasse Basin was extended to include the Franconian Basin in northern Bavaria and has been renamed the Southeast Model. For the Franconian Basin, the Keuper and the Buntsandstein were modelled as geothermal horizons, for which maps of hydraulic conductivity were also integrated.

New data: NW Germany

16 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +0200

In Northwest Germany a couple of sandstone aquifers (e.g. Valanginian) in the lower cretaceous have been included. Since those aquifers cover different stages, by default they are colored differently.

Geofaces final reports completed

12 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +0200

The final reports on the Geofaces project have been finalised and are available on the GeotIS website by clicking on Info > Publications > Final Reports. The start of a new project to expand GeotIS with the application of machine learning is planned for October 2020 together with the TU Darmstadt and the University of Göttingen.

E-Learning online

26 May 2020 12:00:00 +0200

Deep geothermal energy could become much more important for the heat transition in Germany. The new e-learning portal on the GeotIS website offers an easy-to-understand introduction to the geoscientific basics and utilization concepts in an interactive learning environment.

Data update

18 Mar 2019 12:00:00 +0200

There is a new 3d model in the Muensterlaender Kreidebecken, whilst the model area in northwestern germany has been expanded to the west. Data of the "Geothermal atlas" has been amended and can now be found at "Areas with potential for geothermal use". The sandstone facies maps have been extended by the Schilfsandstein. The concession areas of additional federal states have been integrated.

Data update

27 Sep 2018 12:00:00 +0200

The energy statistics for 2017 have been published. The temperature model has been revised as well.

10 years of GeotIS

25 Oct 2017 13:00:00 +0200

For the 10th anniversary of the geothermal information system the LIAG hosted a celebratory colloquium. Besides talks regarding the history, present and future of geothermal energy use and the information system, the technical and visual redesign of the website was introduced to the public.

Data update

29 Jun 2017 12:00:00 +0200

The energy statistics for 2016 have been published. The 3d model of the molasse basin has been extended by parts of upper austria and includes the muschelkalk in the western part.

Data update

1 Aug 2016 12:00:00 +0200

The energy statistics for 2015 have been published. The statistics now also show the capacity currently known. With the GeoPower model from Schleswig-Holstein another 3d model area is available. There is a new map layer containing fault zones that can be queried to obtain the corresponding bibliography.

Standardisation of total depth values

9 Sep 2015 12:00:00 +0200

Some parts of GeotIS accidentally displayed measured depths (along hole) as total depth of a well. To avoid misconceptions all values have been set to true vertical depth.

Updated operational data and 3D-temperature model

17 Jun 2015 12:00:00 +0200

The energy statistics have been expanded by the 2014 data on hand. The 3D-temperature model has been updated as well. It reflects the state of December 2014.

3D seismics

10 Jun 2015 12:00:00 +0200

Map layers and metadata about seismics now include 3D surveys.

The new GeotIS is online

26 Jan 2015 12:00:00 +0200

The announced user interface of GeotIS’ map application is now online. A mobile version for smaller devices is in development. If you miss a function or encounter a problem, we would appreciate a report.

New web interface

20 Nov 2014 12:00:00 +0200

GeotIS’ map application gets a new user interface in January 2015. In this context the separate moduls Geothermal Potentials and Geothermal Installation get unified.

Energy statistics

15 Jul 2014 12:00:00 +0200

The statistics have been enhanced, i.e. they provide additional functionality whilst having a larger base of data.

Geothermal atlas

15 Jul 2014 11:00:00 +0200

The maps deriving from the project "Geothermal atlas" can be displayed in the application.

Updated temperatur model

18 Feb 2014 12:00:00 +0200

The model of underground temperatures has been updated and now represents data as of december 2013.

Update of geothermal installations

18 Feb 2014 12:00:00 +0200

Including Duerrnhaar, Kirchstockach and Sauerlach another three electricity generation plants joined GeotIS. Operational data of other installations have been updated as well.

New 3D-models

28 Jun 2013 12:00:00 +0200

There are new 3d-models for parts of Northwestern Germany and Hesse providing a total of five aquifers. GeotIS also comes with an optically and technically refurbished user interface for the sections and temperature distribution maps.

Installation update and a new map-layer

28 Jun 2013 11:00:00 +0200

There are a few new and updated installations in the GeotIS database. GeotIS also provides information about concession areas in Northwestern Germany (mainly Lower Saxony).

Data of geothermal installations now updated

13 Dec 2012 16:00:00 +0200

Data on deep geothermal energy uses is now available within the module geothermal installations in an updated version. Information on projects and developments has been provided by operators of geothermal power or heating plants. With Ismaning, Taufkirchen, Traunreut, and Heubach several new projects have been added to the database. Newly commissioned in 2012 were the heating plants in Poing and Waldkraiburg, the borehole heat exchanger in Arnsberg, and the Insheim power plant. With the recently updated information of about 40 projects and existing data of numerous thermal spas, GeotIS presents an up-to-date overview of deep geothermal energy uses in Germany.

New formation permeability maps

26 Sep 2012 11:00:00 +0200

New maps of formation permeability (T/H - Lower Cretaceous, Dogger, Lias-Rhaetian complex, Schilfsandstein, Middle Bunter) for Northeastern Germany are available now.
They are selectable in the map application, window "Layer", "Thematic data - Formation permeability".

GeotIS is unavailable between 2012-08-23 and 2012-08-27

16 Aug 2012 11:21:00 +0200

Due to maintenance work in the computer center, www.geotis.de is unavailable between 2012-08-23 and 2012-08-27.

Internationalization of GeotIS

14 May 2012 17:56:00 +0200

Besides the large amount of new data, GeotIS finally speaks english. Some parts, mainly publications, are still available in german only.

Stock update

14 May 2012 18:56:00 +0200

The 3d-model in Northeast Germany from now on covers Berlin and major parts of Brandenburg. There are another six static vertical sections in Hesse and its adjacent states.
Additionally there are two new map layers: The BGR provides a map of salt structures in northern Germany. For the south german molasse basin we offer a map showing the hydraulic conductivities of the Upper Jurassic aquifer.