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We don't technically NEED it (there are other options), but geothermal energy is one of several good alternatives to the use of non-renewable energy resources.

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Does geothermal energy generate waste?

Geothermal energy does not produce any greenhouse gas emissions or air pollution. However, the process of extracting geothermal energy can produce some waste in the form of brine or other fluids that need to be properly managed and disposed of to prevent environmental harm.


What is the relationship between geothermal power and geothermal energy?

Geothermal power is the electricity generated from harnessing geothermal energy, which is the heat stored beneath the Earth's surface. Geothermal energy is a renewable and sustainable resource that can be used to produce electricity through technologies like geothermal power plants.


Why cannot all countries rely on geothermal energy?

countries cannot rely on geothermal energy because there are not many suitable places for building a geothermal energy station. This is because you need hot rocks of a certain type and depth. Also a geothermal power station must be built in volcanically active places such as Ireland and New Zealand.


install a geothermal system?

To install a geothermal system, you would need to first assess the feasibility of the system for your property, determine the type of geothermal system suitable for your needs (vertical or horizontal loop), and consult with a professional geothermal contractor to design and install the system. The installation process involves digging trenches or drilling wells for the loops, connecting the loops to the heat pump system, and completing the installation of the heat pump unit.


What are some questions about geothermal energy that you would like to explore further?

Some questions about geothermal energy that could be explored further include: How can we increase the efficiency of geothermal power plants? What are the environmental impacts of geothermal energy extraction? How can geothermal energy be integrated into existing energy grids? What are the potential economic benefits of expanding geothermal energy production? How can we improve the technology for harnessing geothermal energy from different types of geothermal resources?

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Does geothermal power leave a carbo footprint?

A small one yes. To harvest the geothermal energy you need to drill, build plant and infrastructure. This drilling, and construction has a carbon footprint (it needs energy to do). However the geothermal energy harvested has no carbon footprint.


Does Ireland use geothermal energy?

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What is good about geothermal?

what is bad about geothermal


Does geothermal energy generate waste?

Geothermal energy does not produce any greenhouse gas emissions or air pollution. However, the process of extracting geothermal energy can produce some waste in the form of brine or other fluids that need to be properly managed and disposed of to prevent environmental harm.


Is Geothermal the same as Solar. If it is not the same then what is Geothermal?

Geothermal energy is not the same as solar energy- geothermal refers to heat generated by the earth, not the sun.


What is the relationship between geothermal power and geothermal energy?

Geothermal power is the electricity generated from harnessing geothermal energy, which is the heat stored beneath the Earth's surface. Geothermal energy is a renewable and sustainable resource that can be used to produce electricity through technologies like geothermal power plants.


Why cannot all countries rely on geothermal energy?

countries cannot rely on geothermal energy because there are not many suitable places for building a geothermal energy station. This is because you need hot rocks of a certain type and depth. Also a geothermal power station must be built in volcanically active places such as Ireland and New Zealand.


Where is geothermal produced?

Where Has Geothermal Energy Produced????


What is the of geothermal?

Geothermal is the adverage of my temperature to kimchi


install a geothermal system?

To install a geothermal system, you would need to first assess the feasibility of the system for your property, determine the type of geothermal system suitable for your needs (vertical or horizontal loop), and consult with a professional geothermal contractor to design and install the system. The installation process involves digging trenches or drilling wells for the loops, connecting the loops to the heat pump system, and completing the installation of the heat pump unit.


Is there anything that uses geothermal energy to produce geothermal energy?

No. Geothermal energy comes from the earth's core!


Which renewable energy source uses the heat of earth interior to generate power?

geothermal