The Institute for Mineral and Energy Resources
Answering Global Resource and Energy Challenges
The Institute for Mineral and Energy Resources (IMER) is an award winning interdisciplinary research institute of the University of Adelaide which addresses scientific, technological, environmental and social challenges. IMER's key fields of research are Earth Sciences, Energy Technology and Resource Engineering.
The University of Adelaide is unique within Australia for its strong research and teaching groups in geology and goephysics, petroleum engineering, mining engineering and energy technology, as well as renewable energy and energy efficiency. The Institute works to maximise these core strengths across three Centres:
- Centre for Energy Technology
- South Australian Centre for Geothermal Energy Research
- The Centre for Tectonics, Resources and Exploration
While maximising the core strengths of three substantial University Centres the Institute also supports the development of three complementary Research Programs: Resource Engineering; Socio-Economic Impact of Mineral and Energy Resource Development and Environmental Impact of Mineral and Energy Resource Developments.
The University also houses three Cooperative Research Centres (CRCs) relevant to IMER: The CRC for Greenhouse Gas Technologies; Deep Exploration Technologies CRC; and the Energy Pipelines.
Who does the Institute work with?
The institute works actively with government and industry on fundamental and applied research, offering innovative solutions for companies leading to improve performance, gain greater understanding of scientific principles and offer insights on reducing costs. Businesses can engage with IMER in a range of opportunities including specific project collaboration, consultancy, collaboration involving leveraging government funds and partnership. Find out more about our capabilities and expertise.
For more information or to get in contact with us on how we can assist your organisation email us at: imer@adelaide.edu.au or call +61 8 8313 1448
