Energy Group Geothermal Symposium 11-13 November 2024

Unlocking the Earth’s Heat: ERCE at the 11th UK Geothermal Symposium

ERCE is proud to be a sponsor and active participant in the 11th UK Geothermal Symposium, taking place from 11-13 November 2024, both in person at Burlington House and virtually via Zoom. This year’s event, organised by the Geological Society’s Energy Group, promises to be a key gathering for those involved in the rapidly evolving geothermal energy sector.

Holly-Marie Owen, ERCE’s Staff Geoscientist, will be attending and convening the symposium, bringing together experts to explore the latest developments in geothermal energy. Glyn Pugh, ERCE’s Head of Geoscience, will also present an exciting update on our ongoing collaboration with Durham University, focusing on the geothermal potential of Kent through the innovative use of coal mine water heat.

Geothermal energy is advancing at an unprecedented pace, with new projects emerging and increasing levels of investment. This symposium will highlight the technical and scientific progress across the geothermal spectrum, from shallow geothermal and minewater heat to subsurface geological studies and power generation from granites. The event will also feature case studies from the UK and abroad, providing a comprehensive overview of the sector’s growth and potential.

In a new addition to this year’s format, the third day of the conference will feature workshops that tackle some of the most pressing challenges in the geothermal industry, such as high initial costs, regulatory hurdles, and drilling complexities. These sessions will offer valuable insights and innovative strategies to overcome these obstacles, setting the stage for future growth in the industry.

Don’t miss this opportunity to network with industry leaders, gain insights into cutting-edge research, and explore the future of sustainable energy. Register to attend the event here.

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Glyn Pugh has been with ERCE since its inception and is the Head of Geoscience. Glyn brings extensive experience in the fields of seismic interpretation, velocity modelling, depth conversion and volumetric evaluation. Since joining the industry in 1995, he has worked at Badley Ashton and Lasmo, Equipoise Solutions and ERCE.

Glyn is widely known in the industry for his knowledge of velocity modelling, and lectures on depth conversion at Imperial College London and industry courses. He is well versed in the assessment of structural and reservoir model uncertainty using both multi-deterministic and geostatistical methods honed through exploration, development, audit and equity support/submission/expert roles. Glyn also works with several operators, representing their geophysical interests at partner group meetings through to the international government level.

Glyn holds a Bachelor of Science in Geology and Applied Geology (Geophysics) from the University of Glasgow (also awarded the Joseph Black Medal). He also gained a Master’s Degree in Petroleum Geology from Aberdeen University and is a Fellow of the Geological Society of London.

Holly-Marie Owen has been a key member of ERCE since 2012, bringing over twelve years of experience in geoscience to a wide array of energy projects. Her work includes field evaluations, development and exploration projects, and regional geological studies, with expertise in static modelling, regional basin reviews, block prospectivity assessments, and probabilistic volumetric analysis. Her project experience spans Europe, West and East Africa, Southeast Asia, New Zealand, Mexico, and the North Sea.

In recent years, Holly-Marie has expanded her focus to include energy transition services, such as carbon capture and storage (CCS), helium exploration, and coal mine water geothermal projects. She plays a key role in ERCE’s Future of Energy Services, driving efforts to leverage the company’s expertise in supporting clients through the energy transition.

Holly-Marie’s technical skills include well-log interpretation, seismic and sequence stratigraphy, depth conversion, and probabilistic volumetric estimation, developed through global audits, M&A due diligence, and Expert Witness work. As an active member of ERCE’s Static Modelling Group, she has significant experience in modelling complex fields worldwide and auditing static models for challenging reservoirs.

Outside of her work at ERCE, Holly-Marie is widely involved in the geoscience community. She serves on the Energy Group Committee at the Geological Society of London, is a member of the London Petrophysical Society, and has been an active member of the GESGB, where she previously held the role of Young Professionals Director.