Blog: Geothermal energy has huge potential to generate clean power – including from used oil and gas wells
… There are several ways to get energy from deep within the Earth. Hydrothermal systems tap into underground hot water and steam to generate electricity. These resources are concentrated in geologically active areas where heat, water and permeable rock naturally coincide. In the U.S., that’s generally California, Nevada and Utah. … Some geothermal fluids contain valuable minerals; lithium concentrations in the groundwater of California’s Salton Sea region could potentially supply battery manufacturers. … Despite its challenges, geothermal energy’s reliability, low emissions and scalability make it a vital complement to solar and wind.
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