Geothermal Power explores the energy produced by Earth's natural heat. Water heated by geothermal energy has been used for centuries for bathing and for its medical benefits by peoples ranging from the Romans to the Native Americans. Today, geothermal power is a clean and renewable source of energy, although building geothermal power plants may raise environmental concerns. This book explains the technology and investigates the impact of geothermal power, as well as assessing the part it might play in providing energy in ... Read More
Geothermal Power explores the energy produced by Earth's natural heat. Water heated by geothermal energy has been used for centuries for bathing and for its medical benefits by peoples ranging from the Romans to the Native Americans. Today, geothermal power is a clean and renewable source of energy, although building geothermal power plants may raise environmental concerns. This book explains the technology and investigates the impact of geothermal power, as well as assessing the part it might play in providing energy in the future. Read Less