2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2 From: Yan Lavallée <yan.lavallee@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> Dear Geo-colleagues, Over the last years I (or colleagues) have spoken to many of you about ongoing efforts to establish the first international magma observatory: the Krafla Magma Testbed (https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.kmt.is__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!ZRhwTbcxKOVK2Cw3qYMELQ2OEFdKWqZc_AQS5sC5pLqrurJOHkS-JXb02gD1bO-l93fQ-kGRRaeVvhNG$ <https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.kmt.is/__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!eLp_h-oI5FbZAouPMF0-2VF7A_ggENTf7J7QSAE_1mrzObz3qhLWF2byHI6MqKUd89jFk0hR1wCuA5JD$> ). In preparation for the resaerch activities associated with drilling which we hope to initiate in the coming years, we are organising a meeting at the LMU-Munich on 10-12 April 2024 (see below for more information and attached poster) and we would be pleased to welcome you and your colleagues (please share widely) to join this event, to present if your work (if related to krafla volcano-geotherm system or if associated with superhot/near-magma drilling or research) or simply to learn about this initiative to finds ways to get involved. Here is a little more information about the project, the meeting in Munich and the opportunity this offers to everyone (in geosciences, geoengineering, geography, social sciences, education, the industry and more etc). â?¦Please share it with members of your group and beyond!! *About KMT* Imagine just how radically our models of magma, volcanoes and geothermal systems would improve if we had the opportunity to safely sample, instrument and manipulate magma via drilling? Accessing magma represent the necessary next frontier in the exploration of our planet. This is what we wish to undertake at Krafla volcano, Northeast Iceland (near Myvatn), which has been site of extensive studies following the 1975-1984 Krafla fire, and construction of a geothermal powerplant operated by Landsvirkjun (the National power company of Iceland) since 1977. The Krafla Magma Testbed aims to establish a world-class, international, in-situ magma laboratory with access to the magma-rock-hydrothermal boundary through wells, available for advanced studies and experiments. The goals are multidimensional and require dedicated input from scientists and engineers in the coming decades. The infrastructure will include boreholes to access magma (and test new materials at extreme conditions), a research centre, classroom(s), as well as education and visitor centres. We are also looking to develop accommodations to enable on-site residence. KMT will offer an open platform for research on magmatism, geophysical modelling, next-generation (magma) energy, hazard mitigation strategy, risk perception, novel education methods, material science, engineering, etc *About the KMT meeting in Munich* We invite the academic community to a meeting in which we will introduce the Krafla Magma Testbed vision. The goal of this meeting is to present our plans to the community and authorities, and to gather interested parties to share the latest knowledge of the Krafla system so as to collectively discuss ideas to develop the best possible science for the years to come. The meeting will be held at the LMU-Munich (Theresienstrasse 41 <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.google.com/maps/search/Munich*(Theresienstrasse*41?entry=gmail&source=g__;Kys!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!eLp_h-oI5FbZAouPMF0-2VF7A_ggENTf7J7QSAE_1mrzObz3qhLWF2byHI6MqKUd89jFk0hR14ztKbF2$>; rooms C123 and C112) on the 10-12 April 2024 (starting on Wednesday at 13h and concluding on Friday at 13h; for those interested there will be lab tour in the afternoon). Wednesdayâ??s events will be attended by high-level authorities (including Secretary of the Minister of energy/climate from Iceland, Germany, Italy, and perhaps USA), funding bodies (NERC, and hopefully DFG), start-up companies and investors. The program will include i) an introduction of the KMT project, ii) a description of why a magma observatory is needed (for earth science observation, improve magma model, improve volcanic hazard monitoring/mitigation, and develop novel magma energy solutions), iii) a introduction of the krafla volcanic/geothermal system, and development in geoeducation. On Thursday/Friday, the program will include mostly presentation of research undertake at Krafla and work relevant to magma drilling or development of KMT You are most welcome to attend and present your work or simply to see what is being done to decide how you may develop your research around KMT in the future. Please share this event with colleagues or other interested parties you may know (local/regional/national authorities, start-up company, investors, philanthropists, etc) all are welcome! More information can be found at: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://kmt.is/the-krafla-magma-testbed-symposium/__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!ZRhwTbcxKOVK2Cw3qYMELQ2OEFdKWqZc_AQS5sC5pLqrurJOHkS-JXb02gD1bO-l93fQ-kGRRSkEHhXr$ <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://kmt.is/the-krafla-magma-testbed-symposium/__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!eLp_h-oI5FbZAouPMF0-2VF7A_ggENTf7J7QSAE_1mrzObz3qhLWF2byHI6MqKUd89jFk0hR14su8Z_g$> If you have more questions, please contact our office at info@xxxxxx or myself: yan.lavallee@xxxxxx *Abstract submission deadline*: 7 February *Registration* will open soon and will *close at the end of February*. We anticipate a cost of ~120 Euro for the meeting (lunch and coffee breaks will be provided). Separately, there will be a conference dinner at the spectacular Ratskeller (townhall) on Wednesday evening. I deeply hope most of you and members of your group can join us and help transform the future of Earth observations, natural hazard, sustainable energy solution, and adaptability. This project likely has the potential to impact most of us in academia and it will shape the career of generations to come. We very much look forward to seeing you there. Yan Lavallée and the KMT team 2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2 ------------------------------
