Can Geothermal Energy Play A More Prominent Role In Mitigating Global Warming?
Date
2014
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
Abstract
Energy supply that we use today causes not only global warming, but also environmental concerns such as air pollution, acid rain, and ecosystems degradation. As a result of progresses in technological performance and competitiveness, the markets for sustainable energy, more specifically geothermal energy has been expanding in the last decade. The Earth’s abundant thermal energy, which is accessible with present technology, can be used effectively for numerous geothermal applications. However, the limited government interest and support; and the high investment costs are the biggest limitations for geothermal energy development. This study will identify geothermal resources around the world and different technological options that are currently available. Important factors that can influence the development costs of the geothermal project will also be discussed. Environmental and social impacts of geothermal energy that also play an important role in the development of geothermal energy will also be analyzed. The study will be concluded by evaluating how much geothermal energy can play a more prominent role in combating global warming.
Description
Keywords
Citation
Boenjamin, J. M. (2014). Can Geothermal Energy Play A More Prominent Role In Mitigating Global Warming? (Unpublished report). University of Calgary, Calgary, AB.