Geothermal Energy: A Sustainable Alternative and its Advocates

Abstract

Faced with unprecedented levels of environmental crisis, countries around the world have turned to various new forms of sustainable energy to meet the growing demand for electricity in modern life. While the deployment of hydroelectric, wind, and solar power is becoming more widespread, each of these technologies presents notable limitations. This paper argues that geothermal energy has superior potential compared to other renewable energy sources. The analysis elaborates the advantages of geothermal resources across four dimensions: its extensive historical use as an energy source; the renewed focus it has garnered in recent years; the scope of international collaboration in its development; and its successful implementation in local communities. The study concludes that identifying a viable alternative energy source is imperative for mitigating environmental degradation and ensuring the sustainability of human life on Earth. By highlighting the multifaceted benefits and potential of geothermal energy, this paper underscores the necessity of embracing geothermal resources as a key component of the global transition to sustainable energy.