Comparison – Algar vs. other Energy Sources
Our research indicates that Algar Geothermal’s technology has the lowest Life Cycle carbon footprint of any of the worlds most commonly used energy sources, including solar and wind. This chart shows GHG emissions in grams per kwh from some commonly used energy sources.
Electrical power produced by natural gas in blue is the highest carbon footprint at 490.0 grams of CO2eq/kilowatt hour. Space heating via natural gas is next at 200 grams of CO2eq/kilowatt hour. Renewables in light orange are much lower, with Algar Geothermal estimated to be 10.5 grams of CO2eq/kilowatt hour.
Algar is estimated to be the lowest and, with operational experience, may achieve near zero when Carbon Credits are applied.
Graph source information sourced from: https://www.nrel.gov
Key reasons for geothermal energy’s low carbon footprint:
- No combustion: Unlike fossil fuels, geothermal power plants do not burn substances to generate electricity. This eliminates the direct release of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and methane. 1. Geothermal FAQs | Department of Energy www.energy.gov
- Continuous operation: Geothermal energy is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, regardless of weather conditions. This reduces the need to rely on intermittent renewable sources like solar and wind power, which can lead to increased reliance on fossil fuels during periods of low output. 1. Geothermal FAQs | Department of Energy www.energy.gov
- Long lifespan: Geothermal power plants have a long lifespan, often exceeding 50 years. This reduces the need for frequent construction and decommissioning, which can have environmental impacts. 1. Frequently asked questions about geothermal energy – Enel Green Power www.enelgreenpower.com
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Investors – join the movement that will bring inexpensive geothermal heat to those that need it the most.
Technical partners – add Algar Geothermal to your portfolio of services (Engineering firms, Drilling companies, Well service companies, geothermal companies, housing co-ops)
Industry Clients that need our technology to lower costs and greenhouse gas emissions – Farmers and Greenhouse operators, home developers for district heating applications, municipalities, northern communities, First Nations communities
Partners for a test site. Turn a research project into a low cost source of eternally available heat for your facility.
Funding – it’s just $2.25mm CDN ($1.67 mm US, 1.5 mm Euro) for a pilot test. We have a detailed project plan to support our cost estimate, that covers everything from FEED to commissioning.
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