Tintina fault core analysis for potential geothermal development

A 500m exploratory well was drilled in the Ross River region in the Yukon to determine if the area warrants further geothermal research. The well is located along a laterally extensive dextral strike-slip fault, named the Tintina fault. Core analyses were conducted to evaluate the potential for development as a geothermal system. A geothermal gradient of 30.6 ºC/km was measured by a thermistor line. There is discussion of developing a greenhouse that can be heated by a direct use geothermal system, with the aim of reducing emissions from importing fresh produce, and to provide employment for the community.