Lfzg
Landesforschungszentrum Geothermie
Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
About
Founded in 2011, Lfzg is a government headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany specializing in Geothermal.
The Landesforschungszentrum Geothermie (State Research Center for Geothermics) is a scientifically independent institution of the State of Baden-Württemberg. It focuses on promoting research, teaching, training, and technology development for geothermal energy utilization. The center coordinates research activities across state institutions, provides public information on deep geothermal energy, and offers independent advice to citizens, authorities, and policymakers. Key activities include expert training and certification programs for geothermal specialists, quality assurance guidelines for geothermal boreholes (EWS), and the operation of information systems like ISONG for planning shallow geothermal systems. The center emphasizes adherence to current scientific standards and maintains partnerships with research institutions across Baden-Württemberg.
Headquarters
Karlsruhe, Germany
Founded
2011
Company Type
Government
Value Chain
Industry Memberships
Bundesverband Geothermie
Certifications & Awards
Certifications
Quality Assurance Guidelines for Geothermal Boreholes (LQS EWS)