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Characterization of Geochemical and Isotopic Profiles in the Southern Zone Geothermal Systems of Mount Seulawah Agam, Aceh Province, Indonesia Lala, Andi; Yusuf, Muhammad; Suhendra, Rivansyah; Maulydia, Nur Balqis; Dharma, Dian Budi; Saiful, Saiful; Idroes, Rinaldi
Leuser Journal of Environmental Studies Vol. 2 No. 1 (2024): April 2024
Publisher : Heca Sentra Analitika

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60084/ljes.v2i1.172

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The Seulawah Agam geothermal area exhibits significant potential as a source of energy for power generation, with an estimated capacity of 130 MW. Geological and geochemical investigations indicate that the Seulawah Agam geothermal system is part of the extensive Sumatra Fault. Analysis of the geochemical composition of geothermal water at the South Zone manifestation location of Mount Seulawah Agam, Aceh Province-Indonesia, involves examining cation (K+, Na+, Ca2+, and Mg2+), anion (Cl-, HCO3-, and SO42-), and isotope (δD and δ18O) contents. This data aids in estimating reservoir temperatures using geothermometer equations. Surface characteristics of the South Zone manifestation reveal neutral to alkaline pH values (6.02 to 8.68), relative temperatures (29.97 to 42.57 ºC), conductivity (49.8 to 100.7 mV), and TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) ranging from 352.6 to 497.0 mg/L. The dominant water composition is sodium–calcium–bicarbonate (Ca–Na–HCO3), indicating a bicarbonate water type. Average temperature depths in the South Zone manifestation of Mount Seulawah Agam are estimated as follows: Alue Ie Seu’um around 288.84 ± 2.19 ºC, Alue Ie Masam around 304.17 ± 20.9 ºC, Alue PU around 290.02 ± 6.85ºC, and Alue Teungku around 265±11.39 ºC. Isotope data (δD and δ18O) suggest meteoric water as the source for this manifestation. Fluid geochemical analysis indicates the potential for utilizing the geothermal manifestations of the South Zone of Mount Seulawah Agam for geothermal development or the construction of a geothermal power plant, given its high enthalpy system with an average temperature exceeding 225 ºC. Further research, including data drilling, is essential to gather precise subsurface data. Additionally, the Aceh Provincial Government should formulate policies to identify strategic areas for geothermal development, leveraging the existing exploitable potential.
Optimizing Geothermal Power Plant Locations in Indonesia: A Multi-Objective Optimization on The Basis of Ratio Analysis Approach Rahman, Isra Farliadi; Misbullah, Alim; Irvanizam, Irvanizam; Yusuf, Muhammad; Maulana, Aga; Marwan, Marwan; Dharma, Dian Budi; Idroes, Rinaldi
Infolitika Journal of Data Science Vol. 2 No. 1 (2024): May 2024
Publisher : Heca Sentra Analitika

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60084/ijds.v2i1.184

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As the global energy landscape shifts towards sustainable sources, geothermal energy emerges as a pivotal renewable resource, particularly in regions with abundant geothermal potential like Indonesia. This study focuses on Mount Seulawah in Aceh Province, a region rich in geothermal resources, to optimize the selection of geothermal power plant (GPP) sites using the Multi-Objective Optimization on the Basis of Ratio Analysis (MOORA) method. Our approach integrates environmental, technical, and accessibility criteria, including distance to settlements, land slope, proximity to fault lines and heat sources, and road access. By employing a structured decision matrix and applying MOORA, we systematically evaluated and ranked potential sites based on their suitability for GPP development. The results highlight the site at Ie Brôuk as the most optimal due to its minimal environmental impact and superior geological and accessibility conditions. This study not only contributes to the strategic deployment of geothermal resources in Indonesia but also provides a replicable model for other regions with similar geothermal potentials, emphasizing the importance of a balanced and informed approach to renewable energy site selection.
Flux Analysis with the Application of Darcy’s Law Based on Borehole Data for Sustainable Groundwater Exploitation Fadhli, Zul; Khirnica, Khaira; Syukri, Muhammad; Miska, Layna; Marvita, Yurda; Marwan, Marwan; Dharma, Dian Budi
Jurnal Ilmu Lingkungan Vol 23, No 2 (2025): March 2025
Publisher : School of Postgraduate Studies, Diponegoro Univer

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14710/jil.23.2.410-417

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The potential for groundwater is very large and widely distributed in Aceh Besar District as indicated by the Groundwater Basin map. This potential is supported by the presence of sedimentary deposits consisting of materials such as gravel, sand and clay. This research was conducted to identify the type of aquifer and calculate the amount of groundwater discharge in the district of Aceh Besar. The discharge calculation is carried out using Darcy's Law where this equation can be used to describe the ability of the aquifer to flow through the rock. This study also compares the results of calculating the water discharge using Darcy's Law with the real Pumping Test data. The results showed that the coastal area of Aceh Besar was dominated by confined aquifers with average depth of 40-120 m and thickness of 3-30 m. The results of calculating the water discharge (flux) in the study area were obtained around 3414.61 m/day or equivalent to 39.51 liters/second. The results of comparison with the real Pumping Tes data in segment 2 found that the results of calculating discharge using Darcy's Law were 23.93 liters/second while the results of real Pumping Test were 25.5 liters/second so that the error value found is 6.1%, and in segment 3 the results of calculating discharge using Darcy's Law is 21.88 liters/second while the results of the real Pumping Test are 21 liters/second so that an error value of 4.2%.. From the results of these two comparisons, it can be seen that the calculation of water discharge using Darcy's Law is comparable and has significant results with the results obtained from the real Pumping Test, so that the calculation of water discharge using Darcy's Law can be used for a reference in the groundwater exploitation.
Characterization of a geothermal system in the shallow structure of Seulawah volcano, Indonesia, using transient electromagnetic methods Marwan, Marwan; Yanis, Muhammad; Abdullah, Faisal; Adhari, Muhammad Ridha; Nugraha, Gartika; Paembonan, Andri Yadi; Idroes, Rinaldi; Yusuf, Muhammad; Dharma, Dian Budi; Muzakir, Muzakir; Saputra, Deni; Ghani, Azman Abdul
International Journal of Renewable Energy Development Vol 14, No 3 (2025): May 2025
Publisher : Center of Biomass & Renewable Energy (CBIORE)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61435/ijred.2025.60766

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Seulawah volcano, located in Sumatra, Indonesia, is renowned for its geothermal potential, a crucial source of cleaner energy for Indonesia’s future growth and security. Available studies of Seulawah volcano primarily focus on its general geological, geochemical, and regional characteristics, with limited research on its shallow subsurface conditions. This study aimed to fill this research gap and enhance our understanding of the geothermal system of Seulawah volcano. There are two objectives of this study: (1) to conduct a transient electromagnetic (TEM) survey across the study area and (2) to better visualize and characterize the shallow subsurface conditions of the geothermal system of Seulawah volcano. The TEM method, which employed 60 stations (with distances between stations ranging from 0.5 to 1 km) and intersected several geothermal manifestations as well as local and regional faults, was used to achieve the objectives of this study. The Occam algorithm was applied for 1D inversion of TEM data, which was then validated using magnetotelluric data. The results of this study indicate that the geothermal system of Seulawah volcano has the potential to generate up to 230 Mwe of electrical energy. Moreover, the shallow depth (<200m) of Seulawah volcano is dominated by a resistive zone, which is interpreted to be related to the basaltic rocks of the Lamteuba Formation. The reservoir layer is located at depths of 200–500 m, exhibiting moderate resistivity values of >10 Ωm. At a depth of 500 m, a conductive layer with resistivity values <10 Ωm was observed, interpreted as a clay cap where fluids from the reservoir layer accumulate. Validation with magnetotelluric data shows results consistent with the TEM data, confirming that the findings of this study are reliable. These findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the geothermal system of Seulawah volcano and are expected to support the development of greener, renewable energy sources for Indonesia.