As clean energy developers scale up subsurface thermal projects, accurately predicting how heat extraction and injection alter surrounding aquifers is critical for long-term environmental stewardship. At GSA Connects 2026, Neptune specialist Lauren will present the team’s latest technical research on evaluating the hydrothermal footprint of geothermal energy development using MODFLOW 6 Groundwater Energy (GWE). Featured during the Hydrogeology of Geothermal Resources technical session, the presentation demonstrates how next-generation numerical modeling captures coupled fluid flow and heat transport dynamics across complex geological formations.
By leveraging the modular capabilities of MODFLOW 6 GWE, Neptune provides developers, regulators, and stakeholders with high-resolution insights into thermal plume behavior, reservoir sustainability, and potential aquifer interactions before projects break ground. Conference attendees participating in the session can connect with Lauren to discuss model parameterization, regulatory permitting workflows, and practical applications for de-risking upcoming geothermal developments.
