Jacobs awarded consultancy for Indonesia geothermal projects
Dieng geothermal field, Indonesia (source: wawa-sisi.blogspot)
Carlo Cariaga
22 Feb 2022
Jacobs will be providing geoscientific consultancy services for the expansion of the Dieng and Patuha geothermal power projects of PT Geo Dipa Energi
In a release, Texas-based engineering firm Jacobs announced that they have been selected as Subsurface Project Management Consultant for the Dieng and Patuha geothermal power plants in Java, Indonesia by PT Geo Dipa Energi (Persero). The goal for this engagement is for Jacobs to conduct a geoscientific study of the resource to increase the capacity of the two fields from the current 110 MW to 220 MW.
We have previously reported on the Asian Development Bank requesting proposals from the five shortlisted companies for the bidding of the consultancy services.
As part of the geoscientific study, Jacobs will conduct a review of the conceptual reservoir model and development strategy, well targeting, geological prognosis, well programming, and will develop the drilling strategy and drilling risk mitigation. Jacobs will also be providing technical knowledge on geothermal resource utilization.
“Jacobs has a proven history in successfully delivering geothermal development projects in Indonesia as well as across the globe over the last 40 years,” said Jacobs Senior Vice President and General Manager Keith Lawson. “This project is a great opportunity for us to continue to support GDE in harnessing Indonesia’s geothermal resources to meet a cleaner, more sustainable, and efficient energy future and help attract additional investment in the geothermal sector in Indonesia.”
“This is a strategic project that can help meet the people’s need for clean energy. It will have a positive impact on the social and economic aspects, especially for the surrounding areas,” said GDE President Director Riki Firmandha Ibrahim. “This is a good opportunity for Jacobs to play a big role in driving positive changes in Indonesia.”
Source: Jacobs
