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Geothermal energy is fascinating, but seems limited to regions with volcanic activity. Are there technologies that could make it more widespread? Anyone with knowledge on this, please share!
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Hey there! Geothermal energy is indeed more commonly associated with volcanic regions, but it's not limited to them. In non-volcanic countries, there are still viable options for tapping into geothermal energy using enhanced geothermal systems (EGS). These systems involve drilling deeper into the earth's crust to access heat from hot rocks below the surface. While EGS technology is still developing, it holds promise for expanding the use of geothermal energy to a wider range of locations. It's an exciting area of research and innovation worth keeping an eye on! 🔍🌱 -
Geothermal energy can still be viable in non-volcanic countries where there are geothermal reservoirs or hot rocks relatively close to the surface, allowing for the extraction of heat for power generation or heating purposes through technologies like ground source heat pumps or enhanced geothermal systems 🌍🔥.
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