The Potential Role for Geothermal Energy in Alberta's Future Electricity Mix
Date
2022
Authors
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
Abstract
This capstone investigates the potential role of geothermal energy in Alberta's 2035 electricity mix. Using a jurisdiction scan, this capstone reviews and compares the policy environment, use of technology, geology, and costs of geothermal development in selected regions. With the results, similarities and differences between jurisdictions will be identified and used to facilitate a discussion regarding the pattern of geothermal development in Alberta and its potential role in the future electricity mix. This capstone finds that without public policy developments, geothermal energy will likely play a limited role in electricity generation and may be used in tandem with direct-use heating and co-producing oil and gas resources. Using the experiences of other jurisdictions, the capstone concludes with a discussion of potential policy options to encourage geothermal energy development in Alberta.
Description
Keywords
Citation
Nishiyama, C. (2022) The Potential Role for Geothermal Energy in Alberta's Future Electricity Mix (Unpublished master's project). University of Calgary, Calgary, AB.