Geothermal Carbon Footprint Vs Other Sources
Geothermal Carbon Footprint Vs Other Sources
Comparison of carbon footprint between geothermal energy and other energy sources
In today's world, the choice of energy is related to the environment of heaven and earth, and the consideration of carbon footprint is particularly important. Geothermal energy is a gift of nature, and its carbon footprint is unique compared with other sources.

Geothermal energy originates from the deep belly of the ground and is contained in the water between rocks. Take it, and use pipes to attract heat, less involved in the process of combustion. Because of its meager carbon footprint, when the cover is in operation, there is little leakage of greenhouse bodies such as carbon dioxide into the air. Looking at the power of all firepower, it relies heavily on coal, oil, and gas to burn, and the thick smoke covers the sun. The number of carbon emissions is huge, and the amount of carbon emissions per degree of electricity produced may reach hundreds of grams. And geothermal energy, when generating electricity, the carbon emission may only be a few tens of grams, or even lower, which shows its advantages.

Then again, wind energy, although it is clean energy, but the construction, installation and protection of its equipment also consume energy, resulting in carbon emissions. Compared with geothermal energy, if it is in a stable source area, the energy consumption and subsequent carbon emissions of its infrastructure are less than those of wind energy. Wind energy requires tall towers and huge fans, and the procurement and transportation of materials are all sources of carbon emissions.

As for solar energy and photovoltaic panels, their manufacturing processes are complicated and energy consumption is quite large, resulting in carbon emissions in the early stage. Although geothermal energy also has the consumption of construction, it is regarded in the long run that its carbon emissions are very small during operation, and the energy supply is stable, and it is not hindered by cloudy weather and no wind.

In summary, geothermal energy has more to praise at the end of the carbon footprint than other sources. It can play a heavy role in carbon reduction and is one of the best energy options for future generations. It should be widely researched and promoted to protect the environment where I live and protect the well-being of thousands of generations.