The new geothermal greenhouse project in Usak is highlighted as a strategic step at supporting the region’s agricultural potential with geothermal energy and adds to the rapidly growing list of TDIOSB projects in Türkiye.
The geological structure and geothermal potential of the region are critically important for the success of this project. According to MTA’s studies, the foundation of the examination area is formed by the Upper Cretaceous-aged Vezirler Melange, encountered in drilling. This unit is overlain by the Middle Miocene-aged Yenikoy Formation. In the region, Quaternary deposits such as alluvium and travertine formations are also observed.
The main faults that cause the ascent of surface fluids in the Banaz-Hamambogazi field are normal faults extending in the NE-SW direction. Within this geological structure, the geothermal area of Banaz, characterized by high flow discharges, high CO2 content, and thermal sources with temperatures ranging from 19°C to 65°C, indicates that the region possesses significant geothermal potential. Additionally, the widespread presence of travertine domes in the field is also an important indicator supporting this potential.
The thermal waters in the region are classified by the International Association of Hydrogeologists as “fluoride and arsenic-containing, sodium-magnesium, carbonate-sulfate thermal water.” These characteristics reveal that the geothermal resources in the region have a wide range of usage potential in areas such as energy production and health tourism.
In this context, the new Geothermal OSB to be established in the Hamambogaz? region aims to efficiently utilize the geothermal resources in the area, thereby supporting both economic and environmental sustainability.
