Geothermal Energy Research

The video explores geothermal energy as a potential future of renewable energy. It highlights a geothermal energy supply located a mile underground in a shopping center carpark, which could provide heating for local buildings. The Southampton District Energy scheme is discussed, with plans to reopen a geothermal well to increase energy output. The process of harnessing geothermal energy is explained, including drilling boreholes to reach hot rocks. Geothermal hotspots in the UK are identified, but concerns about the cost of geothermal energy are raised. Despite this, geothermal energy offers advantages like baseload generation and compatibility with other energy sources.

What is the potential benefit of the geothermal energy supply mentioned in the first section?

• It can replace all conventional energy sources.

• It can be used for cooling systems.

• It can heat all the buildings in the area.

• It can provide electricity to the entire country.

What is the expected increase in energy output if the geothermal well is reopened?

• 10%

• 25%

• 15%

• 20%

How does the geothermal energy process work according to the second section?

• Wind turbines are used to pump water.

• Solar panels are used to heat water.

• Water is pumped into hot rocks and heated to generate electricity.

• Coal is burned to heat water.

Which areas in the UK are identified as geothermal hotspots?

• London and Manchester

• Devon, Cornwall, and Southampton

• Birmingham and Liverpool

• Cardiff and Edinburgh

What is a major advantage of geothermal energy over other renewables?

• It requires no maintenance.

• It is available everywhere.

• It can provide baseload generation.

• It is cheaper to install.