GEOTHERMAL ENERGY

What?

Geothermal energy is the heat from the Earth, harnessed through technologies that access hot water or steam reservoirs deep underground, utilize geothermal reservoirs near the surface, or tap into the relatively constant temperature of the shallow ground. This heat can be used for various applications such as bathing, heating buildings, generating electricity, and more.

How?

Geothermal energy works by harnessing heat from the Earth's interior through various technologies such as accessing hot water or steam reservoirs deep underground, utilizing geothermal reservoirs near the surface, or tapping into the relatively constant temperature of the shallow ground. This heat can be used for bathing, heating buildings, generating electricity, and other applications.

Why?

Geothermal energy is beneficial over nuclear energy for several reasons. It is renewable since the Earth continuously produces heat, unlike nuclear fuel which is finite and produces hazardous waste. Geothermal energy also has a lower environmental impact and can be used on both large and small scales for various purposes.

What can you do?

Advocating for geothermal energy involves promoting its sustainability, highlighting its diverse applications, and supporting research and development in geothermal technologies to make it more accessible and efficient. This can include raising awareness about the benefits of geothermal energy, advocating for policies that support its use, and encouraging investment in geothermal projects.