European Commission-endorsed body, European Technology & Innovation Platform on Geothermal (ETIP-Geothermal), has launched the new vision for geothermal 2030/50, 'Geothermal Horizons: from Cities to Regions'.
Designed in lines with the EU climate-neutral milestone by 2050, this vision aims to address the climate transition and secure Europe’s energy supply in an affordable way. Its research agenda targets the development of novel geothermal applications tailored to meet the diverse energy needs of European citizens and industries. A crucial step is the integration of these applications into the European energy security scheme, particularly in regions vulnerable to external energy dependencies.
“This ETIP Geothermal Vision looks towards the future of geothermal energy development to achieve the European Union’s climate-neutral milestone by 2050, and it highlights the great benefits of geothermal to decarbonise our economy. It is a unique solution to allow a sustainable energy transition with a paradigm shift for a circular economy. Geothermal is a key enabler for energy system integration, bringing renewable resources to the power, and heating and cooling industries in addition to energy storage and critical raw materials supply,” said Luca Xodo, ETIP Geothermal Chair.
