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geothermal energy: see energy, sources of energy, sources of, origins of the power used for transportation, for heat and light in dwelling and working areas, and for the manufacture of goods of all kinds, among other applications. ..... Click the link for more information. . geothermal energyPower obtained by using heat from the Earth's interior. Most geothermal resources are in regions of active volcanism. Hot springs, geysers, pools of boiling mud, and fumaroles are the most easily exploited sources. The ancient Romans used hot springs to heat baths and homes, and similar uses are still found in Iceland, Turkey, and Japan. Geothermal energy's greatest potential lies in the generation of electricity. It was first used to produce electric power in Italy in 1904. Today geothermal power plants are in operation in New Zealand, Japan, Iceland, Mexico, the U.S., and elsewhere. geothermal energy [¦jē·ō‚thərm·əl ′en·ər·jē] (geophysics) Thermal energy contained in the earth; can be used directly to supply heat or can be converted to mechanical or electrical energy. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| A country of numerous volcanoes, Iceland is well suited to use of geothermal energy. Geothermal energy is a massive, under-exploited heat and power resource that is clean, reliable and local, he says. Editorial covers such topics as fuel cells, batteries, solar energy, wind power, hydropower, geothermal energy, energy conservation, storage techniques, energy policy and planning, green buildings and energy economics and management. |
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