
Geothermal energy: What is it, and how is it used globally? | World ...
Jan 4, 2023 · Geothermal is a lesser-known type of renewable energy that uses heat from the Earth’s molten core to produce electricity. While this unique feature gives it key benefits over …
Green power: Earth needs geothermal energy from volcanoes
Oct 4, 2022 · Dormant volcanoes could be sources of geothermal energy. Canada is making progress in this area. Iceland and New Zealand already rely on geothermal.
How can we tap geothermal energy through gyroton technology
Jul 4, 2022 · A research engineer is using an abandoned coal power plant and gyroton technology to access the Earth's deep geothermal heat. Here's what this could mean.
Africa's critical energy minerals as a catalyst for growth
Jan 15, 2025 · Africa's economic landscape has been significantly shaped by mining, which is a major component of African nations' GDP and trade. While there are challenges, Africa's vast …
Energy storage: Geothermal systems better than batteries? | World ...
Nov 2, 2022 · Enhanced geothermal systems can tap into heat energy deep underground the Earth’s surface. New research says they could also be better than existing technologies like …
How much energy can be produced by US geothermal projects?
Dec 22, 2020 · Geothermal energy could help the US's renewable transition - particularly in plugging the gap when solar and wind aren't able to generate electricity.
Microsoft’s new campus will run on geothermal energy - but what …
Sep 14, 2021 · Microsoft is using the Earth’s geothermal energy to power its new sustainable campus in the US. This will reduce Microsoft’s energy use by more than 50%, the company …
Planet in focus: The technologies restoring balance – and other …
Nov 13, 2025 · Geothermal energy, which draws on the Earth's natural heat, currently accounts for just around 2% of global energy generation. Most of it comes from about ten countries …
Renewables surged globally in 2024 | World Economic Forum
Apr 14, 2025 · Renewable energy capacity grew by record amounts in 2024 – but it’s still not enough to keep us on target for our energy transition goals.
Iceland's Carbfix Project is turning carbon dioxide into rock
May 21, 2019 · The CarbFix project at the Hellisheidi geothermal power station in Iceland is transforming carbon dioxide into volcanic basalt through carbon sequestration