Development of technical documentation for the use of geothermal energy in the area of Veliko Korenovo - Veliko Korenovo GT-1
City of Bjelovar ·Croatia
About this project
<p>The project aims to increase the production of energy from renewable sources, reduce CO2 emissions and increase the security of supply. These goals will be achieved through the preparation of technical documentation for the use of geothermal energy, which is a prerequisite for the construction of wells and geothermal energy production, with the planned conjoined usage of geothermal energy (district heating and commercial use).</p> <p><br> Geothermal energy obtained from the Korenovo GT - 1 well, will be used for heating purposes to supply the planned pool complex in Veliko Korenovo with thermal energy, Korenovo Business Zone, and greenhouse agricultural production in the Veliko Korenovo area. The city of Bjelovar as the applicant, and Terme Bjelovar d.o.o. and Elfa hf. from Iceland as project partners are the main target groups. Predicted end users are users of the pool complex, entrepreneurs in the Korenovo Business Zone, farmers who will be utilizing geothermal energy for production activities, residents from the local area where the project is being implemented while increasing the air quality due to reduced CO2 emissions and economic development on the benefit of an entire community.</p> <p><br> There are three activities through which the project will be implemented under Project Call 1, point 3.7.1.): 1. development of technical documentation for geothermal energy; 2. project management and administration, and 3. information and communication.<br> </p>
Bilateral cooperation results
The Icelandic partner, EFLA Consulting Engineers, provided invaluable expertise in geothermal energy, enhancing the technical quality of project documentation and ensuring alignment with international best practices. EFLA facilitated knowledge transfer through workshops and a study trip to Iceland, where Croatian stakeholders learned about advanced geothermal systems and their implementation. This collaboration not only improved the project’s outcomes but also fostered a productive exchange of knowledge and experience. Bilateral cooperation yielded significant results, including enhanced local expertise and practical insights into geothermal energy exploitation. The study trip to Iceland and bilateral workshops allowed Croatian stakeholders to observe operational geothermal projects and engage directly with experienced professionals. This partnership also inspired discussions about establishing a geothermal energy excellence center in Bjelovar, highlighting the potential for continued collaboration beyond the project. The City of Bjelovar and EFLA Consulting Engineers have expressed interest in further joint initiatives, including the development of geothermal infrastructure and knowledge-sharing programs. Future collaborations could focus on scaling geothermal energy applications and fostering innovation in renewable energy solutions.
Project partners
- EFLA h.f. Donor project partner· Iceland
- Therme Bjelovar d.o.o. Project partner· Croatia