A 2-D Resistivity Survey on the Investigation of the Low Enthalpy Geothermal Field of Kimolos Island, Greece

In this study we present the results of a 2-D electrical resistivity survey carried out on Kimolos Island (Greece) aiming to investigate the shallow conductivity structure of the north eastern part of the Island and therefore to assist In the evaluation of its geothermal potential. The collinear dipole-dipole resistivity technique was used in the field for the data set acquisition. The analysis of these observations determined the vertical and lateral extent of the electrical resistivity variation and allowed the detailed delineation of a E-SW trending tectonic structure, which Is the main carrier of the low enthalpy geothermal fluid. The results presented by means of cross sections are well correlated with drilling results, hot springs and other surface manifestations of the geothermal activity.