Geo-data infrastructure and analysis (Task 1.4)

Relevant geothermal data from the environment of the SCCER-SoE shall be collected and stored on a swisstopo IT infrastructure for public interest. The database is developed in the project “GeoTherm” from swisstopo. The following raw data will be described and recorded: borehole log files, 2D / 3D active seismic surveys and passive seismic measurement for geothermal applications.

GeoTherm is an internet-based information platform. It is designed for supplying easy access to data and information relevant for geothermal energy related projects. Target groups are project planners and administrative bodies for the federal and cantonal level.

The Swiss Geology Data Model Suite (SGDMS) defines the structure of data of various spatial dimensions, e.g. points (boreholes), lines (geol. cross sections), 2D surfaces (geol. vector and raster maps), 3D surfaces and volumes (geological 3D-models) as well as purely semantic data (harmonised stratigraphy). The SGDMS is a work in progress, existing data models are continuously updated and new models added.

3D structural model of the Swiss Molasse Basin with 12 geological horizons and simplified major fault zones. The model is based on subsurface data (seismics and wells) as well as surface geology.