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BETSEBA BR SIBARANI

Betseba br Sibarani, ST., MT

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR  | GEOTHERMAL RESEARCH GROUP
NIP/Nopeg: 19621205 198703 1 001
Scopus ID: 57192118448
Google Scholar: CWm2akcAAAAJ
SINTA: 6707374
Researchgate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Betseba-Sibarani

  • Sinta
  • SINTA Score Overall  :  116
  • SINTA Score 3 Years :  12

Master of Science in Geothermal Engineering
Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB), Indonesia
August 2014 – January 2017
GPA: 3.78/4.00
Thesis: Chemical Fluid Evolution of Montelago Geothermal Field, Philippines
Supervisors: Dr. Eng. Suryantini & Arif Susanto, ST., MT.

Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering
Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB), Indonesia
August 2009 – October 2013
GPA: 3.49/4.00
Thesis: Geology and Hydrothermal Alteration of Gunung Bujang Prospect Area, Jambi
Supervisors: Dr. Ir. Bambang Priadi & Dr. Eddy Sucipta

Water Geochemical Sampling
Gas Geochemical Sampling
Geological Field Mapping
Petrography Analysis
Mineragraphy Analysis
XRF and XRD Analysis

Master of Science in Geothermal Engineering Program, Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB)
August 2019 – Present

Lecturer for the following courses:

  • Geochemical Exploration in Geothermal

  • Geological Exploration in Geothermal

  • Hydrothermal Alteration

  • Geothermal Systems and Technology

  • Volcanology and Geothermal Systems

Master of Science in Geothermal Engineering Program, Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB)
January 2018 – July 2019

Academic Assistant for the following courses:

  • Geochemical Exploration in Geothermal

  • Geological Exploration in Geothermal

  • Geothermal Systems and Technology

  • Hydrothermal Alteration

  • Volcanology and Geothermal Systems

Gunung Sirung Power Plant (5 MW) Development
December 2021 – Present
Geothermal Geologist – Responsible for geoscience studies, well targeting, and conceptual design for exploration drilling.

Bittuang and Tampomas Geothermal Fields
June – December 2021
Geothermal Geologist – Conducted peer review of data acquisition results, integrated geoscience data, and performed well targeting.

Rajabasa Power Plant PPA Study
February – March 2021
Geothermal Geologist – Participated in the Cost and Benefit Analysis for the continuation of the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA).

Wapsalit Geothermal Prospect
July 2020 – Present
Geothermal Geologist – Performed detailed structural geology and hydrothermal alteration mapping for ORMAT Indonesia.

Geothermal Exploration on Flores Island
January 2020
Research Collaboration – Collaborated between ITB, KIT, and PLN on Generation II resource assessment at Tulehu and Ulumbu fields.

Ulumbu Geothermal Field
December 2019 – January 2020
Geothermal Geologist & Geochemist – Conducted comprehensive geoscience surveys.

Mataloko Geothermal Field
November – December 2019
Geothermal Geologist & Geochemist – Conducted comprehensive geoscience surveys.

Klabat-Wineru Geothermal Project
April – December 2019
Geothermal Geologist & Geochemist – Led geological and geochemical survey activities.

Hu’u Geothermal Resource Evaluation, Sumbawa
January 2019
Geochemical Field Sampling & Geologist – Performed intensive literature study and integrated field sampling.

Arjuno-Welirang Geothermal Prospect
November – December 2018
Hydrogeochemist & Geologist – Conducted geology and geochemistry surveys.

Practical Geochemical Training
October 2018
Geochemistry Instructor – Delivered “Practical Geochemical Sampling and Data Analysis” training for Star Energy and Geo Dipa Energi.

Ruwai Zn-Pb Skarn Deposit Study
July – October 2018
Petrography Analyst – Analyzed rock samples in collaboration with UGM and KPC.

Sibualbuali Environmental Assessment
August 2018
Surveyor – Conducted field surveys for environmental studies.

Ungaran Geothermal Area
April 2018
Geochemistry Surveyor – Performed fumarole gas sampling and analysis.

Pusuk Bukit & Simbolon-Samosir Geothermal Area
January – March 2018
Geochemical Field Sampling & Geologist – Conducted geological research and field sampling.

Muara Laboh Geothermal Field Project
November 2017 – March 2018
Geothermal Expert – Performed remote sensing and field mapping of structure, lithology, and alteration.

Ametis Institute Internship Program
May – November 2017
Geochemistry Intern – Intern in the Geothermal Department.

Montelago Geothermal Field, Philippines (Master’s Research)
*2016*
Conducted research on chemical fluid evolution and geology through petrography, XRF, XRD, SEM, fluid inclusion, and fluid chemistry analyses.

Patuha Geothermal Prospect
March – May 2014
Structural Geologist – Field project focused on structural geology.

Grahu Nyabu Geothermal Prospect
December 2013
Geochemist – Conducted geochemical surveys.

Batang Asai District, Jambi (Bachelor’s Thesis)
February – May 2013
Conducted geology and alteration studies at PT ANTAM.

PT ANTAM Internship
January 2013
Internship involving petrography, mineragraphy, and fluid inclusion analyses.

2020

  1. Assiddiqy, M.H., Gati, R., Sibarani, B., & Suryantini. (2020). Volcanostratigraphy Study of Slamet Volcano and the Implication to Its Early Stage of Geothermal Exploration. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, Volume 732, Bandung.

  2. Sibarani, B., Sianipar, J., Sibuea, D., Apriani, L., Danakusumah, G., & Suryantini. (2020). Geological Control on Thermal Manifestation Occurrences in Batu Gede and Batu Kapur, Subang Regency: A Preliminary Result. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, Volume 732, Bandung.

2018
3. Sibarani, B., Sianipar, J.Y., Musti’atin, & Suryantini. (2018). Predicting the Evolution of Ria-Ria Travertine Deposit in the Sipoholon Area, North Sumatra Using Geological and Geochemistry Analysis. New Zealand Geothermal Workshop.

  1. Sibarani, B., Hutami, R., Suryantini, Bronto, S., & Iskandar, I. (2018). Geological Control of Geothermal Surface Manifestation Occurrences in Pusuk Buhit and Simbolon-Samosir, North Sumatra; A Preliminary Result. Proceedings, 7th ITB International Geothermal Workshop, Bandung.

2017
5. Sianipar, J., Sibarani, B., Bronto, S., & Suryantini. (2017). Volcanostratigraphy of Tampomas Based on Remote Sensing. Poster presentation. 5th Indonesia International Geothermal Convention & Exhibition (IIGCE), Jakarta.

  1. Ladiba, A.F., Putiyana, L., Sibarani, B., & Soekarno, H. (2017). Review of Subduction and Its Association with Geothermal System in Sumatera-Java. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, Volume 103, Bandung.

  2. Deon, F., Barnhoorn, A., Lievens, C., Ryannugroho, R., Imaro, T., Bruhn, D., van der Meer, F.D., Hutami, R., Sibarani, B., Sule, R., Saptadji, N., Hecker, C.A., Appelt, O., & Wilke, F. (2017). Fluid-Rock Geochemical Interaction for Modelling Calibration in Geothermal Exploration in Indonesia. EGU General Assembly, Vienna, Austria.

2016
8. Afuar, W., Sibarani, B., Abdurrahman, G., & Hendrarsakti, J. (2016). Design of Tomato Drying System by Utilizing Brine Geothermal. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, Volume 42, No. 1, Bandung.

2021
Moderator – Geothermal Production Geochemistry: From Sampling, Analysis, and Interpretation Training by IIGW and Thermochem.

2020
Committee Member – Advancing the Prospecting and Utilization of National Geothermal Sector through Best Practice Management, Investment, and Technology (9th ITB International Geothermal Workshop).

2017
Participant – Moving Forward Under Current Challenges, Obstacles and Opportunities toward Achieving Geothermal Development 2025 Target Workshop by IIGCE.

2016
Committee Member – Reducing Geothermal Business Risks by Enhancing Technology Workshop by IGWTB.
Committee Member – The New Era: Initiatives, Strategies, Opportunities, and Challenges toward Geothermal Development in Indonesia by IIGW.
Participant – Innovative Breakthrough to Achieve 7000 MW Geothermal Development by 2025 Workshop by IIGCE.

2015
Participant – From Resources to Prosperity: Executing Indonesia’s Geothermal Strategy Workshop by IIGCE.
Committee Member – Encouraging Innovation and Creativity by Exploring Human Resources Potential and Skills to Gear-Up Geothermal Energy Development by IIGW.

2021
Trainer – Geothermal Geoscience Data Evaluation, Conceptual Model, Well Targeting, and Preliminary Resource Assessment Course.

2020
Trainer – Geothermal System for Geothermal Project Management Training (ITB – GEO DIPA ENERGI).
Participant – Scale Removal Non-Corrosive Webinar by LEMIGAS.
Participant – Deep Slim Hole Drilling Rig and Equipment in Geothermal Exploration Training (Collaboration of 9th IIGW and IAGI).

2019
Participant – Geothermal Well Drilling Design, Technology, Management, Regulation and Cost Training by IIGW (collaboration with Halliburton and KS ORKA).

2018
Geologist Assistant – Geothermal Project Management Training (ITB – GEO DIPA ENERGI).
Participant – Leapfrog Geothermal Workshop Training by IIGW.

2016
Participant – IIGW Geochemistry Field Camp in Tangkuban Perahu by Prof. Tobias Fischer (University of New Mexico, USA).

2014
Participant – Kamojang Power Plant Field Trip, ITB.

Pendanaan Riset & Beasiswa Akademik

  • 2021: Karlsruhe House of Young Scientists (KHYS) Aspirant Grant, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Jerman.

Prestasi & Beasiswa Akademik

  • 2016: Nilai Terbaik, Kursus Intensif Geokimia dan Geologi Panas Bumi 2-Minggu JICA, Jepang.

  • 2015: Beasiswa JASSO untuk Studi Jangka Pendek, Jepang.

  • 2014: Penghargaan Beasiswa USAID-Star Energy untuk Program Magister.

  • 2012/2013: Dean’s List untuk Prestasi Akademik, Program Sarjana, ITB.

  • 2010/2011: Dean’s List untuk Prestasi Akademik, Program Sarjana, ITB.

  • 2008: Penghargaan Akademik Chevron untuk Program Sarjana.

Penghargaan Konferensi & Presentasi

  • 2020: Presenter Terbaik, 9th ITB International Geothermal Workshop (IIGW).

  • 2016: Poster Terbaik, 5th ITB International Geothermal Workshop (IIGW) – “Design of Tomato Drying System By Utilizing Geothermal Brine”.