The SGEM Vienna Green 2024 Scientific Conference focused on the latest developments in sustainability, environmental protection and the implementation of green technologies.

The main themes of the conference included energy transition, biodiversity conservation, sustainable cities, the circular economy and the use of artificial intelligence in environmental research. In the area of energy transition, special attention was given to the development of clean energy sources such as wind, solar and geothermal energy as well as energy storage technologies, including hydrogen-based systems.

Paulina Kopera from PGI-NRI presented the results of her research in a presentation entitled ‘The Impact of Geothermal Heating Plants on Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction and Air Quality Improvement’. In her presentation, she discussed the role of geothermal as a renewable energy source in the energy transition, its impact on reducing greenhouse gases such as CO2, and other pollutants including carbon monoxide (CO), particulate matter (PM10, PM2.5), sulphur dioxide (SO₂) nitrogen oxides (NOₓ) and benzo(a)pyrene. She also highlighted the environmental and health benefits of replacing fossil fuels with geothermal technologies.

The presentation was met with great interest, and subsequent discussions with participants included funding for geothermal projects, opportunities to support green energy investments at local and international levels, and technology transfer to regions with diverse geological conditions.

Paulina Kopera's speech took place during the session 'Air Quality, Pollution Control, and Climate Change Mitigation'.

The SGEM Vienna Green 2024 Scientific Conference was not only a platform for the presentation of research results, but also an opportunity for the global exchange of experiences and the identification of new research directions.

Text i photo: Paulina Kopera