Page - October 17, 2006
Despite generating no pollution or greenhouse gases, geothermal energy is hardly tapped at all in Canada except on a small scale.
Geothermal energy harnesses steam or hot water from beneath the
Earth's surface. This steam or hot water can be used to power
turbines to generate electricity. It can also be used directly -
without conversion - to heat water or buildings.
Unfortunately, even in many countries with abundant geothermal
reserves, this proven renewable energy source is being massively
under used. Geothermal power generation causes virtually no
pollution or greenhouse gas emissions.