GEOTHERMAL

Can Brenner Base Tunnels become CO2-neutral energy suppliers

Can deep underground rail tunnel become a source of carbon-neutral district heating

 The drainage water from the Brenner Base Tunnel could supply Innsbruck's city districts with energy in the future. A research association led by TU Graz is exploring the possibilities

The drainage water from the Brenner Base Tunnel could supply Innsbruck's city districts with energy in the future. A research association led by TU Graz is exploring the possibilities

After completion in about 10 years, the Brenner Base tunnel is expected to provide relief for transit traffic between Italy and Austria. The Brenner Base Tunnel Company (BBT SE) and Innsbrucker kommunalbetriebe...

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