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Irena presents new tool to show global geothermal energy potentials

Abu Dhabi

The new and freely available gravity anomaly maps, the product of collaboration between the International Renewable Energy Agency (Irena) and the European Space Agency (ESA), offer a new technique to gauge geothermal potentials around the world.

As geothermal energy exists underground, it is extremely difficult to measure. Accordingly, exploration is expensive, time consuming, and risky for investors and governments. This new technique, using Global Bouguer and Free Air Gravity Anomaly Maps, enables prospectors to gauge geothermal potentials at minimum risk and minimum cost.



Source: IWR Online, 20 Apr 2015

 


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