Airborne geophysical survey to map aquifers, geothermal and volcanic hazards

Airborne Subsurface "MRI": Mapping Aquifers, Volcanic Hazards & Clean Energy

Conduct a non-invasive Airborne Geophysical Survey (HeliTEM, Magnetics, and Gravity) using 2D regional transects and targeted 3D high-resolution grids to image Hawaiʻi's freshwater aquifers and deep geothermal reservoirs beneath the surface. Acting like an "MRI of the Earth," a helicopter-towed sensor images hundreds of meters to kilometers underground without touching the land, to protect water security during escalating droughts and safely map clean energy potential.

• Freshwater & Watershed Protection: Accurately maps high-level dike-impounded aquifers, perched water tables, and saltwater intrusion. This provides state water managers with empirical data to protect stressed watersheds and manage sustainable yields.

• Geothermal De-Risking: Pinpoints subsurface clay caps and thermal signatures. This allows the state, Hawaiian Homelands (DHHL), and researchers to site clean, firm renewable energy targets safely.

• Volcanic Hazard Mitigation: Identifies deep structural faults and magmatic plumbing pathways prone to instability.

Key Benefits:

• 100% Non-Invasive & High Readiness: Requires zero grading, zero road building, and no ground disturbance, avoiding environmental permitting bottlenecks for immediate execution.

• Shared Public Intelligence: Delivers critical 3D subsurface maps that protect groundwater ecosystems while saving millions in blind exploratory drilling for energy infrastructure.