The Canadian Geothermal Energy Association (CanGEA) has published a document about direct use of geothermal heat. It includes the basics of direct use, global case studies and the relevant takeaways for the Canadian geothermal industry, job creation impacts, and applications in Canada.
Geothermal energy, or heat from subsurface, is a clean and renewable form of energy that is being developed and utilized in 82 countries around the world. Canada, despite being among the global leaders for actions taken to mitigate climate change, has yet to harness its geothermal energy potential in a meaningful way. Though Canada does have geothermal resources that offer the
potential for geothermal electricity production, the potential applications for the direct use of geothermal heat are endless and should be further explored by the Canadian government and developers.
