IN THE NEWS: GH2’s GEOTHERMAL PROJECT

The energy transition is also taking place underground. In Treviso, GH2 – an operating company of DBA Group – has launched a pilot project to harness the Earth’s natural heat and turn it into clean, stable, and low-emission energy.

The investigation begins with the analysis of historical studies conducted by Eni and Agip since the 1950s, which mapped the geology and underground water tables. The goal is to identify reservoirs located more than 4,000 meters deep, where water maintains a constant temperature of around 140°C — the ideal condition for developing a geothermal plant. After this initial research phase, GH2 will conduct a second, non-invasive survey using sensors that send pulses into the ground to accurately map the subsoil and confirm the presence of hot water.

The project, carried out in collaboration with local scientific, institutional, and industrial partners, aims to create a model that can be replicated in other Italian cities, helping to reduce emissions and strengthen the country’s energy independence.

Thanks to multidisciplinary expertise in engineering and ICT, GH2 is developing an advanced digital model to simulate and optimize the entire lifecycle of the plant: from drilling to continuous performance monitoring. This approach combines technological innovation with tangible sustainability, opening new prospects for renewable energy in Italy.