Stephan Matthai , our SAC member (Scientific Advisory Commitee) who came for the CSSR annual conference , took the opportunity to visit NORCE prior to the conference. He is based in Australia from the University of Melbourne . Our researchers David Landa Marbán and Tor Harald Sandve met with him and discuss several technical topics related to subsurface engineering and simulation:
SPE11 Benchmark: They explored the SPE11 Comparative Solution Project, a benchmark used to evaluate simulation tools’ accuracy in subsurface flow modeling, particularly in CO2 storage scenarios. This ensures that the simulators effectively model complex reservoir behaviors.
CSP3D3.0 Simulator: Stephan highlighted updates to CSP3D3.0, his advanced simulation platform. This tool is instrumental in simulating fluid flow through complex, fractured subsurface environments.
OPM Flow: They discussed the features and future roadmap of OPM Flow, an open-source simulator used for various reservoir simulations, including CO2 storage and geothermal energy applications. OPM Flow is valued for its flexibility, supporting a wide range of geological and fluid systems.
CO2 Geothermal Applications: The conversation included potential innovations in using CO2 for geothermal energy extraction. This approach leverages CO2’s dual purpose—carbon storage and energy transfer, contributing to both climate goals and energy production(OPM Project).
This meeting marked an important step in their collaborative work, advancing simulation capabilities for energy and environmental projects.
Read more about Stephan Matthai’s work here .