Title
Geothermal Energy: Power of the Earth
Date
5-30-2013 8:00 AM
Location
Natural Sciences (NS) 101
Department
General Science Honors
Session Chair
Philip Wade
Session Chair
Arlene Courtney
Session Title
Student Created Documentaries: The Energy Files
Faculty Sponsor(s)
Arlene Courtney and Philip Wade
Presentation Type
Presentation
Abstract
Geothermal energy is an underrated form of energy that should be utilized more frequently. There are numerous geothermal hotspots in North America that have the potential to eliminate our dependency on non-renewable forms of energy. The methods of transforming geothermal energy into thermal energy and electricity are clean and low risk. A plethora of technologies already exist to harness geothermal energy such as lava pumping, heating and cooling loops. With support and additional research these technologies could undoubtedly become a primary energy source in the northwest. While not perfect, the benefits of geothermal energy include its renewability, low environmental impact, and its ability to be implemented in your own home.
Recommended Citation
Knope-Jenkins, Tristan and Leisner, Joshua, "Geothermal Energy: Power of the Earth" (2013). Academic Excellence Showcase Schedule. 1.
http://digitalcommons.wou.edu/aes_event/2013/gensci/1
Geothermal Energy: Power of the Earth
Natural Sciences (NS) 101
Geothermal energy is an underrated form of energy that should be utilized more frequently. There are numerous geothermal hotspots in North America that have the potential to eliminate our dependency on non-renewable forms of energy. The methods of transforming geothermal energy into thermal energy and electricity are clean and low risk. A plethora of technologies already exist to harness geothermal energy such as lava pumping, heating and cooling loops. With support and additional research these technologies could undoubtedly become a primary energy source in the northwest. While not perfect, the benefits of geothermal energy include its renewability, low environmental impact, and its ability to be implemented in your own home.