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Professor Emeritus at ETH Zurich

Prof. Dr. Ladislaus Rybach is a globally renowned geophysicist, geothermal energy pioneer, and an influential figure in advancing sustainable energy solutions.

Highlights of His Illustrious Career:

• Professor Emeritus of Geophysics at ETH Zurich and former leader of the Geothermics and Radiometry research group
• Co-founder and Managing Director of GEOWATT AG Zurich (2002–2011), now serving as Scientific Advisor
• Founder and first President of the Swiss Federal Commission for Geothermal Energy
• Extensive expertise across Austria, China, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, Romania, Turkey, USA, and more
• Member of prestigious organizations like the Hungarian Academy of Sciences and International Heat Flow Commission
• Former President and Honorary Member of the International Geothermal Association (IGA)
• Author/editor of 500+ papers and major textbooks in geothermal energy (translated into Russian and Chinese)

Awards and Honors:

• Patricius Medal (German Geothermal Society)
• Japanese Government Research Award
• IGA International Summer School Award
• Unione Geotermica Italiana Honorary Award
• US GRC Henry Ramey Geothermal Reservoir Engineering Award

Prof. Rybach’s expertise spans geothermal heat pump systems, EGS/HDR modeling, and the intersection of geothermics with sustainability. His work has shaped the field of geothermal energy globally.

President of EGEC; Managing Director at GPC IP

Dr. Miklós Antics brings over 32 years of expertise in geothermal project development, spanning low to high enthalpy fields across Europe, Africa, Asia, and Central America.

Highlights of His Career:

• Managing Director and Associate Partner at GPC Instrumentation Process (GPC IP) and GEOFLUID France
• President of the European Geothermal Energy Council (EGEC) since 2018
• Developed sustainable reservoir concepts and innovative well architectures for geothermal fields worldwide
• Lecturer on geothermal reservoir simulation and sustainable development at esteemed institutions like the University of Neuchâtel
• Authored/co-authored 65+ technical papers and 4 textbooks
• Holds an MSc and PhD in Petroleum Engineering in Romania and a Diploma in Geothermal Energy Technology from the Geothermal Institute in New Zealand

Dr. Antics has been instrumental in advancing sustainable geothermal solutions and is a visionary leader in the global energy transition.

Chair of Section Geothermics and Information Systems at LIAG; Professor at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen

Prof. Dr. Inga Moeck is renowned for her groundbreaking work in the exploration, characterization, and development of deep geothermal systems. Her research bridges applied geology and geophysics, focusing on the role of fault zones in geothermal reservoirs.

Highlights of Her Illustrious Career:

• Chair of Section Geothermics and Information Systems at the Leibniz Institute for Applied Geophysics (LIAG)
• University Professor for Applied Geothermics and Geohydraulics at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen (joint position with LIAG)
• Former Professor at prestigious institutions, including Technical University München, University of Alberta, and Helmholtz Centre Potsdam GFZ
• Published numerous impactful studies on geothermal energy systems, with a focus on 3D modeling of carbonate reservoirs and fault zone dynamics

Professional Roles and Achievements:

• Editor-in-Chief of Geothermal Energy (SpringerOpen)
• Member of the advisory board of the German Geothermal Association (BVG)
• Honorary Professor in Geothermal Exploration at Hochschule Bochum
• Active contributor to international collaborations on geothermal energy, including the International Geothermal Association (IGA)

Prof. Moeck’s pioneering research and leadership at the LIAG Geothermal Information Systems (GeotIS) have significantly advanced geothermal exploration techniques. Her innovative work ensures the sustainable development of geothermal resources worldwide.

Chief Operations Officer of the District Heating Company of Szeged

Tamás Medgyes has been at the forefront of renewable energy development in Hungary, combining his expertise in project management with a passion for sustainable systems and social innovation.

Highlights of His Career:

• Chief Operations Officer leading the geothermal heating transformation in Szeged
• Managed major geothermal projects, including the Makó, Csongrád, and Mórahalom cascaded systems
• Focused on research and development at the intersection of social sciences and energetics
• Active in international collaborations addressing energy poverty, prosumer networks, and social acceptance of geothermal projects
• Holds a degree from the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Szeged

Tamas’ unique approach to renewable energy development emphasizes sustainability, community engagement, and innovation, making him a visionary leader in the transition to clean energy.