#Geothermal energy is natural heat generated from deep within the earth. Greater depths offer access to greater geothermal energy. We can use this energy to provide clean heat and power using a spectrum of technologies:
#Geoexchange systems (also called ground source heat pumps) use shallow wells to provide heat and cooling to homes, businesses and communities. These systems can be installed almost anywhere in Canada south of the permafrost line.
Conventional geothermal (sometimes called hydrothermal) uses naturally hot, non-potable water from deep below ground to generate heat for large buildings, industry, tourism and electricity. These systems can be installed where there is naturally occurring hot water underground, primarily in Western Canada.
Next-generation geothermal is enabled by human-made pathways where fluid, deep below ground, is naturally heated. Advanced Geothermal Systems (#AGS) use wells connected deep below ground to expose the fluid to heat. Engineered Geothermal Systems (#EGS) use fractures between wells deep below ground to expose fluid to heat. These systems represent emerging geothermal technology and can potentially generate large quantities of heat and electricity. They can eventually be installed anywhere in Canada.
