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The University of Aberdeen is leading a geothermal energy project in Aberdeen, deploying 100 seismic nodes throughout the city to create a 3D subsurface map. The nodes, buried in various public and private areas, will record seismic vibrations for 1-2 months, helping to identify suitable locations for geothermal heating.

The project is funded by a £1 million grant from UKRI and involves plans for a borehole on King's College campus, which will provide critical data on subsurface conditions. The initiative, part of the Aberdeen Geothermal Feasibility Pilot, aims to support sustainable energy solutions and reduce carbon emissions.