Development and utilization of  geothermal energy in Turkey has rapidly increased over the last decade. Being relatively rich in geothermal resources the development of geothermal energy applications as a renewable energy solution has important potential in the country. In particular, low and medium enthalpy resources have yet to be thoroughly explored and evaluated.   The Biga Peninsula located in the west part of the city of �anakkale, NW Turkey has complex geochemical features, including active tectonics and high geothermal potential of low and medium enthalpy resources. Temperatures of thermal waters in the area are reported to be between 21-87 �C at the surface. Currently, these geothermal resources are used for bathing, heating, and balneological purposes. Although this area has great potential and is high on the list of priorities for economic evaluation, there are still several challenges to be met before successful exploitation and sustainable use of these resources can be achieved. Specifically, detailed geochemical and hydrogeological properties of the thermal waters are required and a comprehensive GIS database needs to be developed and successfully implemented.   This study demonstrates the geochemical characteristics and technical features of the peninsula's geothermal basins namely Tuzla, Hidirlar, Kestanbol, Uyuz, Kirkgecit, Bardakcilar, Karailica, Can, Kucukcetmi, Kulculer, Palamuoba, Kocabaslar, and Alibey. Additionally, a short guideline to creating a local Geothermal Database is provided to promote and serve as a preliminary design for the country's Geothermal Database.

Determining the geochemical characteristics of geothermal resources and generating a geothermal information system of thermal waters in Biga Peninsula, NW Turkey

245th National Meeting (2013)

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