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Enhanced Geothermal Systems
EGS tries to mine heat from hot rock that does not already contain a commercial hydrothermal reservoir.
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Geothermal Energy
Heat beneath our feet can make electricity or warm buildings where geology cooperates.
8 min read
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Heat from the Earth's Core
Earth is composed of a crust, mantle, and core that is about 5000 °C hot. The edges of lithospheric plates are suitable for geothermal power plants.
3 min read
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Geothermal Phenomena
In places with high geothermal energy levels, geysers (springs that burst out water and steam), hot springs, fumaroles, and mud pots can be observed.
3 min read
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Mankind and the Energy from the Earth
Early geothermal energy utilization was in spas. The first electricity-producing geothermal power plant was built in Larderello, Italy, in 1911.
3 min read
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Geothermal Systems
To exploit various geological conditions, these geothermal systems can be used: Hot water, Water and steam, Hot dry rock, Pressurized liquid or Magma.
4 min read
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Geothermal Power Plant
Three types of geothermal power plants are Dry steam, Flash steam, and Binary cycle. The world's largest geothermal power plant is Cerro Prieto, Mexico.
5 min read
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Environmental Impact
Water and vapour released from geothermal power plant can contain impurities (e.g. carbon dioxide, ammonia, or mercury) that can pollute the environment.
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