C.M. Hein

Prof. Carola M. Hein is a Professor of Architecture and Urban Planning at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft). Their research focuses on cultural heritage preservation through advanced 3D scanning and digital documentation, emphasizing applications for post-disaster reconstruction and educational purposes. They advocate for integrating geothermal energy with CO2 storage solutions to address climate challenges, contributing to projects like the CarbFix initiative in Iceland.

Key research areas include geothermal reservoir engineering, carbon sequestration in basaltic formations, and petrophysical characterization of tight sandstones. They lead interdisciplinary initiatives such as the CIRCEXTIN project promoting circular economy principles in mining education. Academic contributions span experimental studies on CO2-rock interactions, well impairment modeling, and fracture mechanics in geothermal systems.

Prof. Hein's work bridges historical urban studies with modern energy challenges, as seen in their 2019 media engagement advocating 3D heritage preservation. Their lab hosts the Delft Aardwarmte Project (DAP), exploring geothermal energy applications while advancing sustainable engineering practices.