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Seismic Survey Open Day

Interactive activities, Open day

Join us in the Ron Cooke Hub atrium to learn more about the upcoming seismic survey taking place in late October, the next step in the University’s deep geothermal energy project.

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Event date
Friday 17 October 2025, 2pm to 6pm
Location
In-person only
Atrium, Ron Cooke Hub, Campus East, University of York (Map)
Admission
Free admission, booking not required

Event details

The University of York has launched a deep geothermal energy project as a transformative step in its journey to Net Zero.

Seismic survey works

As the next step in our Deep Geothermal Energy Project, a seismic survey will take place on Campus East and surrounding areas in late October 2025.

This important early-stage activity, delivered with our specialist contractor Echo Geo, will build a detailed 3D map of the ground and help us understand the size, shape and depth of the geothermal reservoir beneath our feet. Some parts of the reservoir may lie several kilometres below the surface and beneath the borehole on Campus East, so the survey provides a safe, non-intrusive way to collect data and build a clear picture of the project’s potential energy output.

Seismic Survey Open Day

Come along to our Open Day to find out more about our seismic survey, how it works, how it may affect your area, and opportunities to get involved in this part of the project.

Our team will be available to answer your questions, and you can take part in interactive activities that bring geothermal energy to life in a clear and engaging way.

The Hub Café at the venue will be open until 3:30pm, serving a range of food and drinks.

No booking required, come along on the day.

Getting to the event

Our Open Day is taking place in the Ron Cooke Hub atrium, located on Campus East (zone 8 on the Campus Map).

Cars and parking

The University is easily accessible from major road links such as the A64 or 1079. Car parking on campus is pay and display, and can be limited. You can find out more about the charges via the University’s webpage.

There are several car parks available on Campus East, including Field Lane (closest to Ron Cooke Hub), Kimberlow Layby, or Kimberlow Lane Car Park.

You can use PayByPhone in any of the pay and display car parks, please visit the PayByPhone website to find out how to register.