Geothermal energy already drives much of the economy in geologically active places like Iceland. If you live in a part of the world that’s ripe for geothermal development, consider checking out these Websites to learn more about how you can tap into this minimally polluting energy source:
California Department of Conservation's Geothermal Resources (http://www.consrv.ca.gov/DOG/geothermal/kids_teachers/index.htm): This site provides facts about geothermal energy, a geothermal comic book and other information and resources for kids and teachers.
The Energy Story: Chapter 10: Geothermal Energy (http://www.energyquest.ca.gov/story/chapter11.html): A project of the California Energy Commission, this part of the Energy Quest education Website provides a kid-friendly introduction to what geothermal energy is, and how it can be harnessed by people.
Geothermal-biz.com (http://www.geothermal-biz.com/home.htm): Geothermal-biz.com aims "to help geothermal entrepreneurs-companies, small businesses, Native American tribes, homeowners, and individuals-develop geothermal direct use and small power generation projects."
Geothermal Education Office (http://geothermal.marin.org/): The GEO works to promote public understanding of geothermal energy; its Website features facts about geothermal energy, maps, a slideshow and materials for classrooms and the public.
Geothermal Energy Association (http://www.geo-energy.org/): A trade association of U.S. companies working to promote the use of geothermal energy, the GEA provides extensive information on its Website about current and potential geothermal energy uses, power plant costs, misconceptions, energy policy and environmental impact.
Geothermal Resources Council (http://geothermal.org/): A non-profit organization with members in 30 countries, the GRC works to encourage development of geothermal resources, promote research and provide a public forum for the geothermal community.
Geysers Geothermal Association (http://www.thegga.org/): The association represents geothermal companies in the Geysers Field of Northern California's Lake and Sonoma counties, which "generates more electricity than any other geothermal field in the world."
International Energy Agency's Geothermal Energy Homepage (http://iea-gia.org/): The IEA's Geothermal Implementing Agreement (GIA) "provides an important framework for wide-ranging international cooperation in geothermal R&D."
International Geothermal Association (http://iga.igg.cnr.it/index.php): The IGA works to "encourage research, development and utilization of geothermal resources worldwide."
U.S. Department of Energy's Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's Geothermal Technologies Program (http://www1.eere.energy.gov/geothermal/): The program works "to establish geothermal energy as an economically competitive contributor to the U.S. energy supply." The site features FAQs, a glossary, a history of geothermal energy and more.
