Interactive map developed for geothermal resources in Wyoming
Geothermal features in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming/ U.S. (source: flickr/ Eric Vaughn, creative commons)
Carlo Cariaga
1 Jun 2022
An interactive, free-to-use map created by the Wyoming State Geological Survey shows the geothermal resources in Wyoming using data from USGS, NREL, and SMU Geothermal Lab.
The Wyoming State Geological Survey (WSGS) have come up with an interactive online map that shows data on the geothermal resources of Wyoming. Among the data represented are the location of thermal springs, temperatures and locations of boreholes, the location and extent of anomalous geothermal gradients, and modeled estimates of groundwater temperature and geothermal potential.
The interactive map can be accessed via this link. It is free to use and publicly available.
The data used in the map came from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Southern Methodist University Geothermal Laboratory (SMU Geothermal Lab), and WSGS. The data obtained from other agencies are presented in the map without alternations. The map will also be updated as new data becomes available.
“This map, which compiles extensive existing data, will assist researchers, consultants, and government agencies to better understand the distribution of our geothermal resources both at the surface and in the subsurface.” said WGC Director and State Geologist Dr. Erin Campbell.
Earlier this year, we reported on the efforts of the Wyoming Energy Authority to do a state-wide assessment of geothermal resources. Petrolern LLC was contracted to conduct the detailed analysis of the potential of geothermal in Wyoming for power production, heat pump applications, and direct use.
Source: Local News 8
