Field Trip 5 Urban geology (geotechnics & geothermal energy)
Field Trip 5
Field Trip 5
Date
Friday 6 June 2025 | 09:00 – 16:00 CEST
Description
Two site visits in the Greater Toulouse area:
a. Deep geothermal energy (in English)
Blagnac heating network – a 1500m geothermal well – Production of water at 59°C raised to 70°C using a high-temperature heat pump – Biomass.
b. Geotechnics/Underground structures (in French)
Métro ligne C de Toulouse – Tunnel boring machine under construction since August 2024 for about 2 years.
Field Trip Leader
Nicolas GONTHIER – Project Leader (AVENIA)
Schedule
All time in CEST
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:00 | Departure from Toulouse |
| 09:00 - 11:45 | Visit to the 2 heating plants |
| 11:45 - 13:45 | Transport and Lunch |
| 13:45 | Arrival at the “Sept Deniers” station |
| 14:00 - 16:00 | “Sept Deniers” station visit |
| 16:00 | Departure back to Toulouse |
| 16:30 | End of field trip |
Health and Safety
Safety equipment is mandatory and provided by the company: helmets, goggles, gloves, waistcoats, shoes, etc.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Appropriate site clothing is mandatory: legs and arms covered (even if it is hot), and appropriate footwear.
Meeting Point
Depart from the conference venue at NOVA Spektrum. The meeting point is at the registration area close to the main entrance in front of hall D.
Kindly remember to:
- Bring your delegate badge.
- Be at the meeting point at least 20 mins before departure.
