Unpublished conference/Abstract (Scientific congresses and symposiums)
Unlocking the Geothermal Potential of Abandoned Flooded Mines: A Path to Renewable Energy and Regional Revitalization in Wallonia, Belgium – Methodology and Modeling Approaches
[en] Geothermal energy from mine water can transform former mining regions into
renewable energy hubs, supporting 5th generation heat networks. Wallonia, with
its rich coal mining history, is well-suited for this approach. A 2019 study identified
strong geothermal potential in the Couchant de Mons, Charleroi, and Liège basins,
leading to three feasibility studies. These highlighted both opportunities and
limitations of geothermal mine water projects, depending on demand and subsurface
conditions. The most promising site in the Liège basin was selected for a pilot project
to showcase how abandoned flooded mines can drive the energy transition, offering
sustainable energy and storage while revitalizing post-mining areas in Wallonia.
Disciplines :
Geological, petroleum & mining engineering
Author, co-author :
Harcouët-Menou, Virginie ; Université de Liège - ULiège > Département ArGEnCo > Groundwater resources engineering
Dupont, Nicolas
Kaufmann, Olivier
Hernandez, Edgar
Orban, Philippe ; Université de Liège - ULiège > Urban and Environmental Engineering ; Université de Liège - ULiège > Département ArGEnCo > Géologie de l'ingénieur
De Paoli, Caroline ; Université de Liège - ULiège > Département ArGEnCo > Hydrogéologie & Géologie de l'environnement
N'Depo, Yannick
Martin, Thierry
Moermans, Geert
Neven, thomas
Schelings, Clémentine ; Université de Liège - ULiège > Département ArGEnCo > Composition architecturale ; Université de Liège - ULiège > Urban and Environmental Engineering
Teller, Jacques ; Université de Liège - ULiège > Département ArGEnCo > LEMA (Local environment management and analysis) ; Université de Liège - ULiège > Département ArGEnCo > Urbanisme et aménagement du territoire ; Université de Liège - ULiège > Urban and Environmental Engineering
Unlocking the Geothermal Potential of Abandoned Flooded Mines: A Path to Renewable Energy and Regional Revitalization in Wallonia, Belgium – Methodology and Modeling Approaches
Publication date :
2025
Number of pages :
6
Event name :
2025 International Mine Water Association Conference
