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Geothermal Energy: Current Status and Future Development in European Union
Geothermal Energy: Current Status and Future Development in European Union

Author(s): Mihaela Păceşilă
Subject(s): Energy and Environmental Studies, Environmental and Energy policy, EU-Accession / EU-DEvelopment
Published by: Academia de Studii Economice - Centrul de Cercetare in Administratie si Servicii Publice (CCASP)
Keywords: geothermal energy; renewable energy; EU-energy Policy;

Summary/Abstract: Geothermal energy represents an important renewable energy sources in the European continent which could successfully replace conventional energy. In this regard, this article provides an insight into the geothermal resource potential as well as its market and industry in the European Union. The study brings also into focus a comparative analyse between the NREAP predicted values for 2012 and reported data from the Member States. The final part of the paper reviews the support schemes and programmes on geothermal energy.

  • Issue Year: 8/2016
  • Issue No: 3
  • Page Range: 5-17
  • Page Count: 13
  • Language: English