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Location: St. Gallen, Eastern Switzerland, Switzerland

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Bernd B. on Tour

August 17, 2022

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Be sure to note very interesting technology and possibly deepen your knowledge. 👍

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Werner 🚵‍♂️🚶‍♂️🚴‍♂️

April 11, 2021

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A drill that is reminiscent of the (failed) geothermal project in the city of St.Gallen. Drilling depth 4450 m, then discontinued due to a strongly noticeable earthquake of magnitude 3.5 (2013). Costs "raffled" 38 million CHF.
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Paul

January 11, 2026

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It's a real shame that the geothermal project didn't work out in 2013! It was an ambitious project by the city of St. Gallen, and it enjoyed very strong public support. It's good that a plaque has been erected here as a reminder.

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