Geothermal Energy in Romania – Harnessing the Power of the Earth

Romania has substantial potential within the fields of renewable energy. Its abundant natural resources have the opportunity to harness energy from a variety of renewable sources. One of these is geothermal energy, whose significant potential comes from the internal heat of the Earth. It provides a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to fossil energy, and Romania boasts significant potential in several regions to harness this energy.

Its geothermal potential is largely concentrated in the areas of the Eastern Carpathians, the Transylvanian Basin and the Black Sea Coast, which are at different stages of development. Currently this type of renewable energy is mostly used for district heating systems and in spas. There is, however, a growing interest in harnessing this power to produce electricity. While geothermal energy remains a relatively underdeveloped resource, there is both potential and willingness to develop its use and expand production to full capacity. The Romanian Government, the European Union and EEA and Norway Grants are all involved in supporting this further through research and investment. Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein, through the EEA and Norway Grants, have supported the development of geothermal solutions in both private and public institutions with grants totalling €8 million across nine different projects.

Harnessing the Power of the Earth

University UPG Piolesti campus: Georegisters for extraction of ground heat

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