GEAR - Geoenergy and Applied Research Lecture Series
Wintersemester 2026/27
Erdwissenschaftliches Kolloquium

Erdwissenschaftliches Kolloquium
In Kooperation mit der Univeristät Wien und der Österreichischen Geologischen Gesellschaft widmet GEAR (Geoenergy & Applied Research) das erdwissenschaftliche Kolloquium im WS 2026/27 dem Thema Geoenergie.
Geozentrum, UZA II, Eduard Suess Hörsaal, HS II (wenn nicht anders angegeben)
Donnerstag, 17:00 c.t.
- Do, 29.10.2026 • Giada Franceschi (TU Wien)
An atomic-scale view into the reactivity of minerals: implications for the environment
Eduard Suess-Saal (HS 2), UZA II
Abstract - Do, 05.11.2026 • Peter Weinberger (TU Wien)
Thermochemical energy storage as a gamechanger for more sustainable energy consumption
Eduard Suess-Saal (HS 2), UZA II
Abstract - Do, 12.11.2026 • Michael Wagreich & Kurt Decker Symposium
On the retirement of two leading researchers and faculty members at the Department of Geology
With talks by Monika Hölzel, Erik Wolfgring, Diana Hatzenbühler, Philipp Strauss, Esther Hintersberger, Ralf Hinsch, Helene Bauer, Theresa Schröckenfuchs - and of course Michael Wagreich & Kurt Decker -please save the date!
Eduard Suess-Saal (HS 2), UZA II
- Do, 19.11.2026 • Robert Holnsteiner (Bundesministerium für Finanzen)
Security of supply of critical rawmaterials
Eduard Suess-Saal (HS 2), UZA II - Do, 26.11.2026 • Philipp Blum (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology)
Cooling and heating with geothermal energy
Eberhard Clar Saal (2B204), UZA II (Hybrid) - Do, 03.12.2026 • Anna Fehleisen (RHI-Magnesita)
Advancing decarbonisation in the refractory industry through CCUS technologies
Eduard Suess-Saal (HS 2), UZA II - Do, 10.12.2026 • Andreas Stohl (University of Vienna)
Atmospheric CO2 budgets and how we can constrain CO2 sources and sinks using atmospheric measurements
Eduard Suess-Saal (HS 2), UZA II
Abstract - Do, 17.12.2026 • Gerhard Schubert (GeoSphere Austria)
Nutzung und Schutz von Tiefengrundwasser in Österreich aus hydrogeologischer Sicht
Eduard Suess-Saal (HS 2), UZA II
Abstract - Do, 14.01.2027 • Annemarie Lechte (University of Vienna) & Michaela Trippl (University of Vienna)
The uneven geographies of industrial decarbonisation
Eduard Suess-Saal (HS 2), UZA II
Abstract - Do, 21.01.2027 • Podiumsdiskussion oder Geo-Energy Hackathon
Eduard Suess-Saal (HS 2), UZA II - Do, 28.01.2027 • Andreas Töchterle (Brenner Basistunnel)
Die Geologie des Brenner Basistunnels - von der Vorerkundung bis zum Durchschlag
Eberhard Clar Saal (2B204), UZA II
Panel Discussion Geoscience Frontiers - Shaping the Future of Geoenergy - programme will follow soon
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GEAR - Geoenergy and Applied Research Lecture Series
Wintersemester 2025/26
- Do, 09.10.2025 • Wolfgang Schollnberger
How today's geology students from Austria can shape the future energy mix for humankind - Do, 16.10.2025 • Leopold Weber (Geologie-Weber)
Evaluierung von Versorgungsrisiken bei mineralischen Rohstoffen am Beispiel Grafit - Do, 23.10.2025 • Nicola Levi (University of Vienna, NiMBUC)
Technical challenges of deep geothermal exploration with a focus on geomechanics, structural geology and borehole data - Do, 30.10.2025 • Georg Brasseur (Graz University of Technology)
Die Bedeutung von Wasserstoff für die Energiewende - Do, 06.11.2025 • Adrian Brunner (TU Wien)
Shallow Geothermal Energy in the Built Environment: The Role of Energy Geostructures - Do, 13.11.2025 • Holger Paulick (GeoSphere Austria)
Kritische und strategische Rohstoffe in Europa für E-Mobilität und Energiespeicherung - Do, 20.11.2025 • Erika Faigen & Diana Morales (University of Vienna)
Energy and Resources from a perspective of economic geography - Do, 27.11.2025 • Michael Kettermann (Fraunhofer IEG)
Geothermal Energy in Germany: Challenges in Green and Brownfield Exploration - Do, 04.12.2025 • Vincent Roche (Le Mans University)
Following the Trail of Natural Hydrogen Seeps - Do, 11.12.2025 • Peter Keglovic (deeep Tiefengeothermie GmbH)
Tiefengeothermie für die Dekarbonisierung der Fernwärme Wien
GEAR - Geoenergy and Applied Research Lecture Series
Wintersemester 2024/25
- Do, 10.10.2024 • Gabor Tari (OMV)
Natural hydrogen exploration: Where do we stand?
Abstract - Do, 17.10.2024 • Peter Krois (deeep Tiefengeothermie GmbH)
Heat for Vienna - deep geothermal energy in an urban environment
Abstract - Do, 24.10.2024 • Chi Zhang (University of Vienna)
Using geophysics in carbon dioxide removal technologies: innovative approaches and emerging technologies
Abstract - Do, 31.10.2024 • Kurt Decker (University of Vienna) & Helene Bauer (Wiener Wasser)
Structural characterisation of fractured reservoirs
Abstract - Do, 07.11.2024 • Jakob Kulich (GeoSphere Austria)
CO2 Storage potential in Austria and its competitive subsurface usage
Abstract - Do, 14.11.2024 • Clement Esteve (University of Vienna)
Passive seismics: a cost-effective approach for geothermal exploration
Abstract - Do, 21.11.2024 • David Misch (Montanuniversität Leoben)
Seal rock investigations for geological storage
Abstract - Do, 28.11.2024 • Stefan Hoyer (GeoSphere Austria)
Numerische Modellierung als Thermalwasser-Managementtool
Abstract - Do, 16.01.2025 • Martin Schöpfer (University of Vienna / NiMBUC Geoscience)
Fluid injection-induced reactivation of corrugate faults
Abstract - Do, 23.01.2025 • Alessandro Musu (University of Vienna)
Quantifying the chemical evolution of magmatic systems using mineral chemistry: a combined experimental and statistical approach
Abstract - Do, 30.01.2025 • Rainer Abart (University of Vienna)
Green hydrogen from solar thermal water splitting: a hot topic in (geo)materials research
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