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Geothermal energy
/dʒˌiːəʊθˈɜːməl ˈɛnədʒi/
/dʒˌiːoʊθˈɜːməl ˈɛnɚdʒi/
Geothermal energy
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a renewable source that harnesses heat from beneath the Earth's surface for electricity or heating
Example
Iceland utilizes geothermal energy to provide a significant portion of its electricity and heating needs.
Geothermal energy exploration involves drilling wells to access hot water or steam reservoirs underground.
The geothermal energy plant uses steam from underground reservoirs to generate electricity.
Geothermal energy is being increasingly used for district heating projects in urban areas.
Geothermal energy harnesses heat from the Earth's core as an alternative energy source for heating and electricity.