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Operational issues in Geothermal Energy in Europe - Status and overview

Creators

  • 1. Julich
  • 2. Geo-ZS
  • 3. RVO

Contributors

  • 1. EGP
  • 2. OS
  • 3. Tubitak
  • 4. CNR
  • 5. MFGI

Description

Based on the results of the Geothermal ERA-NET work package (WP) 2 „Information exchange on national incentives and status of geothermal energy“, and WP4 “Development of joint activities”, the topical field of operational issues of geothermal energy installations was identified as one of the main barriers for the development of geothermal energy and as an urgent RD&D need mentioned by most of the participating countries in a ranking process.

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GEOTHERMAL ERA NET – Geothermal ERA NET 291866
European Commission

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