The GeoLaB research infrastructure serves to develop innovative and sustainable geothermal technologies 
on a scientific basis. Following extensive exploration a site decision will be made based on which construction 
will start ultimately enabling scientific on-site experiments.
GeoLaB is adressing fundamental as well as applied research topics such as:

• Coupled thermal-hydraulic-mechanical-(bio)chemical processes (THMC) with state-of-the-art visualisation and a ‘digital twin’
• Flow experiments under controlled conditions (CHFE - Controlled High-Flow Experiments) as the basis for efficient and sustainable management of fractured reservoirs
• Development of efficient construction and utilisation strategies for underground facilities
• Development of technology and assessment criteria for the integrity of deep wells
• Development of novel stimulation technologies including engineered THMC measures
• Development of strategies for transparent interaction between research and society in the context of research infrastructures