Use of Geothermal Energy Sources

Dear Colleagues,

The Guest Editor is inviting submissions for a Special Issue of Energies on the subject area of "Use of Geothermal Energy Sources". Geothermal energy use is associated with the close cooperation of specialists representing many science and technology fields: geologists, hydrogeologists, geochemists, specialists in reservoir engineering, drilling, energy (both district heating and power production), environmental protection, and economy. Legal actions that ensure geothermal energy is safely available and follows applicable regulations are essential here. Geothermal energy is one of the most capital-consuming of the renewable energy sources (RESs). There are many problems and issues to overcome. So, what does it offer? Is it worth using? Geothermal energy is one of the RESs characterized by full availability and stability regardless of changing weather conditions. Research on its usage showed that geothermal energy is not only an energy source. Cooled geothermal water is a valuable resource that can be used in many ways. Available technologies allow for its purification and the use of drinkable water. In some cases, the quality of geothermal water is so good that after being cooled, it can be used to improve the water balance of shallow water-bearing aquifers. Balneology and recreation use the properties of geothermal water directly; these are some of the oldest ways of using geothermal energy and water. Apart from the energy industry, new technologies that allow the reduction of the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere are emerging. Most of the above-mentioned topics are the subjects of this Special Issue of Energies.

Prof. Dr. Leszek Pająk
Guest Editor

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