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Official start of the exploration work for the "Ostvogtland Wärme" project

Auerbach 06. March 2025 17:07 Uhr 2 Min
Official start of the exploration work for the "Ostvogtland Wärme" project
With spade and measuring device: Sébastien Delannoy from the geothermal company TLS Geothermics and Gitta Wahl from Bestec in Rhineland-Palatinate show how the special instruments are inserted into the ground. This underground investigation has the great advantage that it is neither perceptible nor audible and that it does not entail any restrictions or consequences for the population or the environment. (Image: Ostvogtland Wärme)
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Future-oriented energy supply through geothermal energy

The sustainable use of geothermal energy plays a decisive role in the future energy supply. The "Ostvogtland Wärme" project aims to establish long-term, price-stable and climate-friendly heat generation in the region. The first exploration work has now begun in Auerbach to investigate the geothermal potential and develop new energy sources.

Project managers initiate the start of the investigations

On March 6, 2025, the official start of the exploration work was celebrated with a symbolic ground-breaking ceremony. Among those involved were representatives from geothermal specialists TLS Geothermics and Bestec, who are coordinating the project. The aim of the investigations is to obtain a detailed geological analysis by taking measurements at around 250 locations in the region.

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Measurements over 850 square kilometers

The investigation area covers around 850 square kilometers in the Vogtland district and parts of the Erzgebirgskreis and Zwickau districts. The "silent measurements" used have the advantage that they are not harmful to people or the environment. By recording ground vibrations as well as electrical and magnetic fields, the aim is to gain important insights into the geothermal potential of the region.


Auerbach's Lord Mayor supports the project

Jens Scharff, Lord Mayor of Auerbach, sees great opportunities in the use of regional geothermal energy: "The project offers an excellent opportunity to tap into existing energy resources for the heat supply of the future."

Mathieu Auxietre, CEO of TLS Geothermics, emphasizes the importance of the technology for CO2 reduction and regional development: "Our goal is to create energy security, promote economic development and generate local jobs."

Modern measurement methods in use

The investigations rely on state-of-the-art geophysical techniques that provide precise data on geothermal potential. "Saxony offers promising geological conditions for the use of geothermal energy," explains Nicolas Dall'asta, geologist at TLS Geothermics. It will take several months to evaluate the data and decide on the next steps of the project.

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