ADI independently assessed engineered geothermal system economics using expert elicitation and lifecycle cost modeling. Drilling depth, well productivity, stimulation costs, and surface plant design were treated explicitly to capture uncertainty ranges in LCOE outcomes. Results highlighted where cost reduction efforts would have the greatest impact on commercial viability.
The client
U.S. Department of Energy
The situation
High cost uncertainty hindered EGS commercialization.
ADI’s contributions
Expert cost elicitations
Gathered drilling and reservoir cost ranges.
Proprietary LCOE modeling
Applied GETEM‑based lifecycle models.
Uncertainty analysis
Modeled cost distributions and sensitivities.
Technology benchmarking
Benchmarked EGS against other power options.
Key outcomes
- Quantified cost drivers and uncertainty bands to guide R&D focus.
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