Abstract

Dr. Emin Taner Elmas is known for his academic and applied projects, particularly focusing on geothermal energy and energy storage systems. His work revolves around the efficient use of renewable energy sources and sustainable energy technologies.

His main studies and projects include:

• Electricity Generation from Geothermal Energy: He conducted a comprehensive research project on generating electricity using geothermal hot water resources, which are renewable energy sources, in the Diyadin district of Ağrı. This study aims to guide the transformation of the region’s potential into an electricity generation plant.

• Energy Storage Systems (CAES): He investigated the possibility of using the “Salt Caves” (Salt Domes) in Tuzluca, Iğdır, for Compressed Air Energy Storage (CAES) systems. This method is a critical technology for ensuring the continuity of renewable energy.

• Energy Efficiency and Management: He conducted research on energy analyses, energy audits, and energy management within Iğdır University. • Industrial Energy Conservation: Academic research focuses on reducing energy costs and improving energy efficiency in electric arc furnaces used in steel production.

• Sustainable Engineering Solutions: Publications combine modern engineering approaches, smart manufacturing systems, and renewable energy technologies from a mechanical engineering perspective.

Electricity Generation from Geothermal Energy

This project, conducted under the supervision of Dr. Emin Taner Elmas, Assistant Professor at Iğdır University, is a comprehensive feasibility and research study aiming to transform the geothermal potential in Diyadin district of Ağrı into a concrete electricity generation investment.

The prominent technical details of the project are as follows:

• Focus Point (Mollakara Village): The studies are particularly concentrated in the Mollakara Village region, located 5 km from the Diyadin district center. Despite being at an altitude of 2090 meters and having harsh continental climate conditions, this region offers a very high energy capacity in terms of underground resources.

• Technological Approach (ORC): Depending on the temperature levels of the hot water sources in the region, the Organic

Rankine Cycle (ORC) technology, which uses organic fluids with lower boiling points instead of water, is emphasized. This method enables efficient electricity generation from medium-low temperature geothermal resources.

• New Discoveries: Drilling operations conducted as part of the project have identified new hot water sources with very high capacity suitable for electricity generation.