Geothermal Site Investigation
Geothermal resource indicators, surface findings, hot water springs and regional geological data are examined to identify potential areas for further investigation.
Ongoing Projects
Niğde Geothermal and Hydroelectric R&D Projects
Technical scope of R&D and drilling activities focused on geothermal and hydroelectric energy potential in the Niğde region.
Contact UsEnergy R&D Project
Investigating Niğde’s natural energy potential through scientific data.
The Niğde Geothermal and Hydroelectric R&D Projects encompass research, measurement and drilling activities aimed at determining the energy potential of the region’s underground heat, rivers and water resources.
Through studies ranging from geological and geophysical investigations and hydrological analyses to drilling programmes and resource data assessment, the projects aim to establish a reliable technical knowledge base for potential renewable energy investments.
Technical Project Scope
Multidisciplinary research into underground heat and water resources
Niğde’s geological structure and hydrological characteristics are evaluated alongside field data obtained from various engineering disciplines to investigate the quality and development potential of its energy resources.
Geological and Geophysical Surveys
Rock structures, fault systems and underground formations are investigated, while geophysical measurements are used to assess the location and depth of potential geothermal reservoirs.
Exploration and Research Drilling
Drilling locations and programmes are developed based on findings obtained through field investigations, enabling the collection of data on underground temperatures, fluid properties and reservoir conditions.
Hydrological Measurement and Analysis
River flow rates, seasonal flow variations, catchment characteristics and potential hydraulic head values are examined to assess the resource potential for hydroelectric energy generation.
Resource Characterisation
Data obtained from drilling, measurements and sample analyses are used to determine the temperature, flow rate, chemical composition, continuity and potential uses of the resources.
Technical Development Potential Analysis
Research findings undergo preliminary assessment in terms of potential energy generation models, technical infrastructure requirements, environmental conditions and investment options.
Niğde region where R&D and resource exploration activities are conducted
2 renewable energy resources investigated together
Geothermal surveys and drilling activities focused on underground heat resources
Hydroelectric measurements and potential analyses focused on water resources
R&D Approach
From field data to viable energy models
The effective development of geothermal and hydroelectric energy investments depends on investigating and measuring resource characteristics using appropriate methods and evaluating them through long-term data.
In its activities in the Niğde region, KTM Group brings together geology, geophysics, hydrogeology, hydrology and energy engineering within a unified research model. The collected data help reduce technical uncertainties and establish a reliable foundation for decision-making on potential future projects.
- Reviewing existing geological and hydrological data
- Conducting field observations and surface investigations
- Geological mapping and assessment of fault systems
- Conducting geophysical surveys and underground modelling studies
- Planning exploration and research drilling
- Analysing the temperature, flow rate and chemical properties of geothermal fluids
- Measuring river flow rates and seasonal flow variations
- Calculating hydraulic head and hydroelectric generation potential
- Preparing preliminary technical, environmental and economic assessments