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Geothermal energy

Published on Apr 01, 2016

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Geothermal energy

Made by: Jordan M, Mason H, Samuel V

What is geothermal energy?

  • Geothermal energy is energy harnessed underground.
  • Water is heated 1-2 miles where it turns into steam, to turn turbines.
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The process

  • First, Water is pumped 2 miles underground by a well.
  • The water is then pumped through the fissures of the rock.
  • The water is then turned into steam, and is pumped by a reduction well.
  • The steam then turns a turbine, generating electricity.
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Pros

  • Geothermal energy is pollution free.
  • The energy can be harnessed 365 days a year.
  • No fuel is required to generate the electricity.
  • Geothermal power plants offer jobs.
  • Zero carbon emmisions.
  • Can be built underground.
  • Geothermal energy has been used for centuries.
  • Geothermal energy is completely renewable.
  • Home owners save 35-60% savings on heating.
  • And 25-50% on cooling.

Pros

  • Geothermal energy is all clean!
  • No fuel is required to make the energy.
  • Provides jobs for thousands of people.

Cons

  • Geothermal power plants can run out of steam due to cooling temperatures.
  • Makings geothermal plants are very expensive.
  • Some gasses may be released in the process.
  • Some regions are not available to geothermal plants.
  • Earthquakes are a possibility.
  • It costs money to power the pump.
  • Geothermal power plants need high temperature.
  • It's very hard to transport the geothermal energy.
  • Most plants are very far from civilization.

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