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Cost of geothermal?
The cost of geothermal energy depends on how far down you dig. When going for the hot rock deposits, the cost can be quite great because of repairs, etc. But when only going down a few hundred feet, the cost becomes much less. You are able to harvest your own geothermal energy for your house or business.
Is geothermal energy harmful?
Geothermal energy is considered a relatively clean and sustainable energy source. However, there can be environmental concerns if not managed properly, such as the release of greenhouse gases and harmful minerals. Overall, with proper monitoring and regulations, geothermal energy can be a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels.
Why isn't Canada using geothermal energy?
Canada has significant geothermal potential mainly in western provinces like British Columbia and Alberta, but so far it has not been widely developed due to high upfront costs, technical challenges, and competition with other well-established energy sources like hydroelectricity and natural gas. However, some projects are being explored, and with advancements in technology and increasing focus on renewable energy, geothermal energy may play a larger role in Canada's energy mix in the future.
Why is the development of geothermal energy not proceeding more rapidly?
Not everywhere is suitable for geothermal, as it needs suitable hot rocks not too far below the surface of the earth. It is also easier to keep buying and burning coal in existing power stations. Only when the old power stations have to be renewed do business and governments think of renewable energy.
Location of Russia's first geothermal power station?
Russia's first geothermal power station is located in the Kamchatka Peninsula in the Far East region of Russia. It was commissioned in 1966 and utilizes the region's volcanic activity to generate electricity through geothermal energy.
Can geothermal energy be obtained in your area?
Depends how far down you drill doesn't it.
Why is geothermal energy harmful?
Geothermal energy is not harmful. There are dangers in any power plant, of course, but the advantages of geothermal energy far outweigh the disadvantages. The advantages are that it is renewable and pollution free.
How is nuclear energy different from geothermal energy?
Geothermal energy comes from hot rock layers not far below the Earth's surface. Nuclear energy comes from changes in nuclei of certain elements. They are not related in any way
Cost of geothermal?
The cost of geothermal energy depends on how far down you dig. When going for the hot rock deposits, the cost can be quite great because of repairs, etc. But when only going down a few hundred feet, the cost becomes much less. You are able to harvest your own geothermal energy for your house or business.
How far down do people drill down for a geothermal system?
Some can be dug as far as 300 feet , if space is limited . If their is a lot of land available , pipes can be buried horizontally in shallow trenches 4 to 6 feet under ground , where the temperature remains almost the same year round .
Is geothermal energy harmful?
Geothermal energy is considered a relatively clean and sustainable energy source. However, there can be environmental concerns if not managed properly, such as the release of greenhouse gases and harmful minerals. Overall, with proper monitoring and regulations, geothermal energy can be a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels.
What are the benefits geothermal?
Using energy created from under the earths surface rather than man made energy which is far more expensive.
Why isn't Canada using geothermal energy?
Canada has significant geothermal potential mainly in western provinces like British Columbia and Alberta, but so far it has not been widely developed due to high upfront costs, technical challenges, and competition with other well-established energy sources like hydroelectricity and natural gas. However, some projects are being explored, and with advancements in technology and increasing focus on renewable energy, geothermal energy may play a larger role in Canada's energy mix in the future.
Why is the development of geothermal energy not proceeding more rapidly?
Not everywhere is suitable for geothermal, as it needs suitable hot rocks not too far below the surface of the earth. It is also easier to keep buying and burning coal in existing power stations. Only when the old power stations have to be renewed do business and governments think of renewable energy.
How can geothermal energy be converted to electrical energy?
The same way that burning fossil fuel is used to produce steam to turn an electrical generator. Geothermal heat from far beneath the ground is captured and used to turn a dynamo or turbine to generate electricity.
Location of Russia's first geothermal power station?
Russia's first geothermal power station is located in the Kamchatka Peninsula in the Far East region of Russia. It was commissioned in 1966 and utilizes the region's volcanic activity to generate electricity through geothermal energy.
Why geothermal energy and nuclear energy different in respect?
Geothermal energy comes from the Earth's core. As we can't examine this directly, scientists are uncertain just what produces this energy. Some will come from radioactive decay, and some is the residue from when the Earth was formed as a lump of hot matter, from some unknown supernova. As far as we know there is no nuclear fission process going on in the core, though I don't see why this should be discounted. Nuclear energy as produced by man is definitely a process of nuclear fission, so this is the difference.
