| 1 |
Geothermal Energy |
Energy derived from the heat stored within the Earth |
Renewable |
Electricity generation, direct heating |
Iceland, The Philippines |
| 2 |
Geothermal Heat Pumps |
Technology that uses the stable temperature of the ground for heating and cooling |
Technology |
Residential heating and cooling |
North America, Europe |
| 3 |
Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS) |
Artificially created reservoirs to extract geothermal energy |
System |
Electricity generation |
United States, Australia |
| 4 |
Geothermal Power Plants |
Facilities that convert geothermal energy into electricity |
Infrastructure |
Electricity production |
California, Nevada |
| 5 |
Hot Springs |
Natural springs that produce warm water due to geothermal heat |
Natural Feature |
Therapeutic bathing, tourism |
Japan, Turkey |
| 6 |
Geothermal District Heating |
System for providing heating to multiple buildings from a central source of geothermal energy |
Infrastructure |
Urban heating |
Sweden, Denmark |
| 7 |
Hydrothermal Resources |
Natural reservoirs of hot water and steam in the Earth's crust |
Resource |
Direct use and power generation |
Italy, Indonesia |
| 8 |
Flash Steam Plants |
Geothermal power plants that use high-pressure hot water |
Technology |
Electricity generation |
New Zealand, Italy |
| 9 |
Binary Cycle Power Plants |
Geothermal plants that use a secondary fluid with a lower boiling point |
Technology |
Electricity generation |
United States, Indonesia |
| 10 |
Geothermal Energy Association (GEA) |
Organization promoting geothermal energy development |
Organization |
Advocacy |
United States |
| 11 |
Temperature Gradient |
Change in temperature with depth in the Earth's crust |
Scientific Principle |
Resource assessment |
Various locations |
| 12 |
Geothermal Reservoir |
Geological formations that contain heat and fluids for energy extraction |
Resource |
Electricity generation |
Iceland, Philippines |
| 13 |
Thermal Conductivity |
Material property indicating ability to conduct heat |
Scientific Concept |
Material selection |
Various applications |
| 14 |
Lithospheric Heat Flow |
The transfer of heat from the Earth's interior to the surface |
Scientific Principle |
Geothermal potential assessment |
Global |
| 15 |
Geothermal Exploration |
The process of locating geothermal resources |
Procedure |
Resource development |
Global |
| 16 |
Hot Dry Rock (HDR) Geothermal Energy |
Using hot rock formations to extract heat through water circulation |
Technology |
Electricity generation |
USA, Australia |
| 17 |
Ground Source Heat Pump (GSHP) |
Pump system that uses soil or groundwater for heat exchange |
Technology |
Heating and cooling systems |
Global |
| 18 |
Geothermometry |
Techniques to measure temperatures of geothermal resources |
Scientific Method |
Resource assessment |
Global |
| 19 |
Hydrothermal Resources |
Naturally occurring reservoirs offering steam and hot water |
Resource |
Direct use applications |
California, Tuscany |
| 20 |
Geothermal Energy Development |
All activities related to exploring and utilizing geothermal resources |
Sector |
Power generation and heating |
Global |
| 21 |
Non-Condensable Gases |
Gases found in geothermal fluids that do not condense |
Component |
Power plant design |
Various |
| 22 |
Directional Drilling |
Advanced drilling technique to access geothermal resources |
Technology |
Resource extraction |
Global |
| 23 |
Geophysical Surveying |
Techniques to assess subsurface characteristics for geothermal potential |
Method |
Exploration |
Global |
| 24 |
CO2 Sequestration in Geothermal Systems |
Storing CO2 in geothermal formations |
Environmental Technology |
Climate change mitigation |
USA |
| 25 |
Geothermal Energy Storage |
Storing excess geothermal energy for later use |
Technology |
Energy management |
Innovative projects worldwide |
| 26 |
Thermal Energy Storage (TES) |
Storing heat for later retrieval |
Energy Management |
Heating applications |
Europe, USA |
| 27 |
Thermal Wells |
Wells specifically drilled to extract thermal energy from the Earth |
Infrastructure |
Direct-use applications |
Italy, Japan |
| 28 |
Geothermal Resource Assessment |
Evaluating potential geothermal resources |
Procedure |
Planning and investment |
Global |
| 29 |
Downhole Pumps |
Pumps installed in wells to extract geothermal fluid |
Technology |
Energy extraction |
USA, Iceland |
| 30 |
Geothermal Networks |
Interconnected systems to distribute geothermal heat |
Infrastructure |
District heating |
Northern Europe |
| 31 |
Aquifer Thermal Energy Storage (ATES) |
Using groundwater aquifers for seasonal thermal energy storage |
Technology |
HVAC systems |
Europe |
| 32 |
Geothermal Direct Use |
Utilizing geothermal heat directly without conversion to electricity |
Application |
Agriculture, aquaculture |
Iceland, California |
| 33 |
Geochemistry of Geothermal Fluids |
Chemical analysis of geothermal fluids to assess resources |
Scientific Study |
Resource characterization |
Global |
| 34 |
Geothermal Drilling Techniques |
Methods used to drill into geothermal wells |
Technology |
Exploration and extraction |
Global |
| 35 |
Thermal Springs |
Natural springs with elevated temperatures due to geothermal activity |
Natural Feature |
Recreation, tourism |
Costa Rica, Japan |
| 36 |
Geothermal Energy Policy |
Legislation and regulations regarding geothermal development |
Policy |
Energy governance |
Countries worldwide |
| 37 |
Subsurface Geothermal Resources |
Resources located deep within the Earth's crust |
Resource |
Electricity generation |
USA |
| 38 |
Geothermal Power Capacity |
Total electricity generation capacity from geothermal energy |
Metric |
Performance measure |
Countries worldwide |
| 39 |
Microgeothermal Systems |
Small-scale geothermal systems for individual buildings |
Technology |
Heating and cooling |
Residential use |
| 40 |
Geothermal Energy Tax Credits |
Financial incentives for investing in geothermal energy |
Policy |
Economic support |
USA, various countries |
| 41 |
Fluid Movement in Geothermal Systems |
Understanding how fluids circulate in geothermal reservoirs |
Scientific Principle |
Resource analysis |
Global |
| 42 |
Geothermal Resource Mapping |
Visual representation of geothermal resources |
Procedure |
Planning and investment |
Various regions |
| 43 |
Ecosystem Impacts of Geothermal Energy |
Environmental effects associated with geothermal projects |
Study |
Impact assessment |
Global |
| 44 |
Underground Thermal Energy Storage (UTES) |
Storing heat below the surface in geological formations |
Technology |
Heating supply |
Innovative projects globally |
| 45 |
Geoscrews |
Screw-like devices used in geothermal installations for heating |
Technology |
Renewable energy systems |
Europe, USA |
| 46 |
Geothermal Energy Systems Integration |
Combining different geothermal systems for efficiency |
Concept |
System optimization |
Global |
| 47 |
Thermal Response Tests |
Tests to evaluate ground thermal properties for geothermal systems |
Method |
Site characterization |
Global |
| 48 |
Groundwater Heat Exchange |
Using groundwater as a medium for heating and cooling |
Method |
HVAC |
Residential and commercial use |
| 49 |
Geothermal Energy Calculator |
Tools to estimate geothermal energy potential and performance |
Tool |
Planning |
Educational uses |
| 50 |
Calcium Carbonate Scaling in Geothermal Systems |
Describing mineral deposits affecting geothermal equipment |
Material Issue |
Maintenance |
Global applications |
| 51 |
Recruitment of Geothermal Professionals |
Training and workforce development for geothermal industries |
Activity |
Labor market |
Global |
| 52 |
Geothermal Energy Communication Strategies |
Methods to promote geothermal energy |
Method |
Public awareness |
Global |
| 53 |
High-Temperature Geothermal Resources |
Resources with temperatures above 150°C for energy production |
Resource |
Electricity generation |
USA, Philippines |
| 54 |
Low-Temperature Geothermal Resources |
Resources with temperatures below 150°C for direct use applications |
Resource |
Direct heating |
Iceland, Norway |
| 55 |
Geothermal Potential Assessment |
Evaluating the feasibility of geothermal energy projects |
Procedure |
Investment planning |
Global |
| 56 |
Thermal Resistivity |
Measure of a material's ability to resist heat flow |
Scientific Principle |
Resource evaluation |
Global |
| 57 |
Liquid-Dominated Geothermal Systems |
Systems dominated by liquid water under pressure |
Resource |
Electricity generation |
California, Indonesia |
| 58 |
Vapor-Dominated Geothermal Systems |
Systems dominated by steam in geothermal reservoirs |
Resource |
Electricity generation |
Nevada, The Philippines |
| 59 |
Geothermal Innovation |
New technologies and practices in geothermal energy |
Concept |
Research and development |
Global |
| 60 |
Geothermal Energy Hub |
Centralized system for managing multiple geothermal sources |
Concept |
Resource management |
Innovative regions |
| 61 |
Geothermal Energy Storage Systems |
Technologies designed to store geothermal energy |
Technology |
Energy management |
Experimental projects |
| 62 |
Public Engagement in Geothermal Projects |
Involving stakeholders and the community in geothermal initiatives |
Activity |
Community involvement |
Global |
| 63 |
National Geothermal Resource Assessments |
Country-level assessments of geothermal resources |
Study |
Policy making |
Various nations |
| 64 |
Geothermal Systems Modeling |
Simulating geothermal systems for analysis and prediction |
Technology |
Resource management |
Research applications |
| 65 |
Geothermal Field Development |
Establishing infrastructure for geothermal energy production |
Process |
Energy project development |
Global |
| 66 |
Geothermal Energy Market Trends |
Current and future trends in the geothermal energy sector |
Analysis |
Investment opportunities |
Global |
| 67 |
Sustainable Development of Geothermal Energy |
Promoting responsible use of geothermal resources |
Principle |
Energy policy |
Global |
| 68 |
Geothermal Exploration Drilling |
Drilling to assess potential geothermal resources |
Method |
Resource discovery |
Global |
| 69 |
Community Geothermal Projects |
Local initiatives to use geothermal energy for communal benefits |
Method |
Public service |
Community projects |
| 70 |
Geothermal Project Financing |
Funds required to establish geothermal projects |
Aspect |
Investment planning |
Global initiatives |
| 71 |
Geothermal Building Codes |
Construction regulations specific to geothermal installations |
Regulation |
Standards compliance |
USA, various nations |
| 72 |
Geothermal Energy Research Programs |
Academic and governmental programs studying geothermal energy |
Program |
Research funding |
Global |
| 73 |
Geothermal Energy Competitions |
Competitive events promoting geothermal technology innovation |
Event |
Educational initiatives |
International |
| 74 |
Geothermal Energy Webinars |
Online seminars discussing geothermal energy topics |
Event |
Education |
Web-based platforms |
| 75 |
Geothermal Energy Publications |
Research papers and findings in geothermal energy |
Material |
Knowledge dissemination |
Academic journals |
| 76 |
Geothermal Energy Conferences |
Meetings focusing on geothermal advancements |
Event |
Networking and knowledge sharing |
Global locations |
| 77 |
Geothermal Licensing Procedures |
Guidelines for obtaining permission to develop geothermal resources |
Procedure |
Industry compliance |
Varies by region |
| 78 |
Community Awareness Campaigns |
Efforts to educate the public on geothermal benefits |
Initiative |
Public education |
Local regions |
| 79 |
Geothermal Resource Ownership |
Legal frameworks governing geothermal resource rights |
Aspect |
Policy discussions |
Nation-specific |
| 80 |
Geothermal Energy Incentives |
Governmental benefits for geothermal development |
Policy |
Financial support |
Various countries |
| 81 |
Geothermal Energy Data Sharing |
Collaborative efforts to share geothermal resource information |
Activity |
Data management |
International organizations |
| 82 |
Geothermal Resource Sharing Agreements |
Collaborative agreements to develop shared geothermal resources |
Agreement |
Resource management |
Local partnerships |
| 83 |
Geothermal Heating Applications in Agriculture |
Using geothermal energy in agricultural practices |
Application |
Sustainable farming |
Iceland, Italy |
| 84 |
Geothermal Greenhouses |
Heat-efficient greenhouses using geothermal energy |
Application |
Urban agriculture |
Various regions |
| 85 |
Geothermal Fish Farming |
Utilizing geothermal water for aquaculture operations |
Application |
Sustainable food production |
Japan, Indonesia |
| 86 |
Geothermal Energy Environmental Assessments |
Evaluating environmental impacts of geothermal projects |
Study |
Impact analysis |
Global |
| 87 |
Geothermal Economic Feasibility Studies |
Assessing the economic viability of geothermal projects |
Study |
Investment planning |
Global |
| 88 |
Subsurface Mapping of Geothermal Resources |
Using geophysical and geological techniques for mapping |
Activity |
Resource assessment |
Global |
| 89 |
Geothermal Performance Metrics |
Key indicators for evaluating geothermal system performance |
Metric |
Regulatory compliance |
Various |
| 90 |
Geothermal Resource Licensing |
Regulatory permissions for exploiting geothermal resources |
Procedure |
Legal compliance |
Country-specific |
| 91 |
Geothermal Energy Outreach Programs |
Efforts to promote geothermal energy to non-experts |
Initiative |
Community engagement |
Local communities |
| 92 |
Geothermal R&D Collaborations |
Joint research and development projects in geothermal technology |
Partnership |
Innovative research |
Multiple institutions |
| 93 |
Geothermal Technology Commercialization |
Bringing geothermal technologies to market |
Activity |
Business development |
Global entrepreneurs |
| 94 |
Geothermal Community Impact Studies |
Research assessing the socio-economic impact of geothermal projects |
Study |
Social research |
Communities near geothermal sites |
| 95 |
Geothermal Policy Frameworks |
Regulatory and policy guidelines for geothermal activities |
Document |
Government policies |
Country-specific |
| 96 |
Public-Private Partnerships in Geothermal Development |
Collaborative models for developing geothermal projects |
Partnership |
Investment opportunities |
Various regions |
| 97 |
Geothermal Energy Transition Strategies |
Plans for transitioning to geothermal energy systems |
Strategy |
Energy planning |
Countries planning shifts |
| 98 |
Geothermal Technology Transfer |
Sharing geothermal technology between nations or companies |
Activity |
Capacity building |
International trade |
| 99 |
Geothermal Resources in Developing Countries |
Utilizing geothermal energy in less developed regions |
Aspect |
Sustainable development |
Africa, Asia |
| 100 |
Geothermal Energy Education Programs |
Academic courses and training on geothermal energy |
Program |
Skill development |
Universities worldwide |
| 101 |
Geothermal Usability Studies |
Research on the practical use of geothermal resources |
Study |
Technical analysis |
Global |
| 102 |
Geothermal Systems Efficiency |
Assessing the efficiency of geothermal energy conversion systems |
Metric |
Performance measure |
Various systems |
| 103 |
Environmental Monitoring of Geothermal Projects |
Ongoing checks for environmental impacts and compliance |
Activity |
Sustainability tracking |
Geothermal sites |
| 104 |
Geothermal Capacity Building Initiatives |
Programs targeting skill enhancement in geothermal sectors |
Initiative |
Education and training |
Global |
| 105 |
Remote Sensing in Geothermal Exploration |
Using satellite data to assess geothermal potential |
Technology |
Resource mapping |
Innovative research areas |
| 106 |
Public Perception of Geothermal Energy |
Studies on how the public views geothermal energy |
Study |
Market analysis |
Various regions |
| 107 |
Geothermal Resource Development Strategies |
Plans to develop geothermal resources sustainably |
Strategy |
Project management |
Global |
| 108 |
Geothermal Energy Financing Models |
Various financial models for geothermal projects |
Model |
Investment frameworks |
Global |
| 109 |
Geothermal Energy Impact Assessments |
Evaluating the impact of geothermal developments |
Study |
Impact analysis |
Project-specific studies |
| 110 |
Geothermal Energy Synergies with Other Renewables |
Combining geothermal with other renewable sources for efficiency |
Concept |
Integrated systems |
Global approaches |
| 111 |
Geothermal Energy Supply Chains |
Understanding the supply chain for geothermal materials and technology |
Study |
Logistics |
Global |
| 112 |
Geothermal Knowledge Networks |
Collaborative platforms for sharing geothermal knowledge |
Network |
Resource sharing |
International communities |
| 113 |
Geothermal Industry Standards |
Setting benchmarks for geothermal energy development |
Document |
Industry guidelines |
Global best practices |
| 114 |
Geothermal Resource Risk Assessment |
Analyzing the risks associated with geothermal projects |
Study |
Project management |
Global |
| 115 |
Geothermal Project Case Studies |
Detailed analysis of existing geothermal projects |
Study |
Knowledge sharing |
Global projects |
| 116 |
Geothermal Energy Roadmaps |
Strategic plans for geothermal development |
Document |
Planning framework |
National and regional plans |
| 117 |
Geothermal Research Funding Opportunities |
Resources available for geothermal research initiatives |
Funding |
Grants and awards |
Global |
| 118 |
Geothermal Energy Data Analysis |
Using data analytics to improve geothermal systems |
Technology |
Performance enhancement |
Innovative projects |
| 119 |
Geothermal Innovation Hubs |
Centers developing and promoting geothermal technologies |
Hub |
Research and development |
Innovation clusters |
| 120 |
Geothermal Competency Frameworks |
Defining necessary competencies for geothermal professionals |
Framework |
Human resource development |
Educational contexts |