Outputs from a Feasibility Study
At the end of the feasibility stage, clients receive a comprehensive package of technical, planning, and commercial outputs that support confident decision-making. Technically, the study will confirm whether a viable geothermal resource is present at the site and what the expected thermal performance would be. It will detail the location, depth and extent of the geothermal horizon and provide a conceptual well design tailored to the site’s geology. The associated surface infrastructure, such as the energy centre, pipework, and connection to the client’s existing heat system, is also outlined with early engineering design considerations included.
From a regulatory and planning perspective, the feasibility study will clarify the likely consenting pathway. It will include findings from pre-application discussions with planning authorities and environmental regulators, highlight any expected requirements such as ecological or heritage surveys, and outline a clear roadmap to secure permissions for drilling, construction and operation. On the commercial side, the study will provide an indicative offer for the supply of geothermal heat under a long-term Thermal Purchase Agreement. This offer will include the expected cost of heat, the structure of the agreement, and any dependencies, such as grant funding or infrastructure upgrades. The economic analysis will include sensitivity modelling to account for uncertainties in drilling depth, flow rate and temperature, giving the client a realistic view of risk and value.
Finally, the study will set out a recommended plan for the next phase of the project, including timescales, resource requirements, and decision points. This enables the client to make an informed board-level decision on whether to proceed to detailed design and permitting.
