What is this?
Geothermal energy is heat that comes from deep inside our planet. We use this natural heat to make electricity or to warm buildings. It's a clean way to get power because it doesn't burn any fuel.
Key Parts to Explore
Hot Rocks
These rocks deep underground are super-hot and warm up the water.
Production Well
This pipe brings very hot water or steam up from deep inside the Earth.
Turbine & Generator
The hot steam spins a big wheel (turbine) which then makes electricity.
Cooling Tower
This tower cools down the used steam or water before it goes back into the ground.
Did You Know?
Imagine getting electricity and warmth directly from the super-hot rocks deep inside the Earth â that's geothermal energy!
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