Another form of energy that can be used in SVG is
geothermal energy.
Geothermal
energy is energy derived from the heat of the earth. This energy can be brought
to the earth’s surface but larger pipes which are dug underground the distance
is approximately 4000 miles. Temperatures underground are understood to be at
least 5000 degrees centigrade. Heat from the centre of the earth conducts
outwards and heats up the outer layers of rock called the mantle. When this
type of rock melts and becomes molten it is called magma. Magma can reach just
below the earth’s surface. SVG being
a volcanic island can use such energy to help decrease the effects of global warming.
Advantages of geothermal energy:
1. It is Cost Saving: Geothermal energy normally
involves low running costs since it saves 80% costs over fossil fuels and
because there is no fuel is used to generate the power, the costs for purchasing, transporting and
cleaning up plants is quite low.
2. Reduce Dependence on Fossil Fuels: the increase of geothermal energy
helps to decrease the dependency of fossil fuel. With the fluctuating prices
of oil, many countries are pushing companies to adopt these clean sources of
energy. Burning of fossil fuels releases greenhouse gases which are responsible
for global warming, which is bad for the country.
3. It is a renewable resource
which, therefore it would always be available to persons.
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