Forschungskolloquium PG: Heat Transfer in Soils: Main pedological parameters and Applications in Shallow Geothermal Energy and Underground Cable Systems. – Mi. 26.11.2025
Physisch-geographisches Kolloquium (PG):
Heat Transfer in Soils: Main pedological parameters and Applications in Shallow Geothermal Energy and Underground Cable Systems
Dr. David Bertermann (GeoZentrum Nordbayern, Lehrstuhl für Geologie, FAU Erlangen)
Moderation: PD. Dr. Kim Vanselow
Understanding heat transfer processes in soils is fundamental for a wide range of geotechnical and energy-related applications for a sustainable energy transition. The thermal behaviour of soils is strongly governed by pedological parameters such as soil texture/grain size, bulk density and water content. These properties control heat transfer and storage, and therefore determine the efficiency and sustainability of sustainable subsurface energy systems.
The presentation will provide an overview of the main pedological parameters influencing soil thermal properties and discuss how they can be quantified and visualized. Building on this foundation, practical applications will be explored in two key fields: very shallow geothermal energy systems coupled with cold district heating networks and the thermal assessment of underground high-voltage cables, with a focus on major German infrastructure projects such as SuedLink and SuedOstLink.
The aim is to highlight the importance of pedological knowledge in supporting the sustainable energy transition and ensuring the safe and efficient use of soils for heat transfer applications.
Wann: Mittwoch, 26.11.2025 von 12:30 bis 14:00 Uhr
Wo: Präsenz, Seminarraum Tennenlohe, Wetterkreuz 15, 91058 Erlangen.
Vortragsübersicht für das Institutskolloquium im Wintersemester 2025/26.
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Organisation: Dr. des. Lena Schlegel (KG) und Dr. Sebastian Feick (PG)