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| Distribution of the geothermally significant Permo-Triassic sandstones displayed by depth from shallow (red) to deep (blue). |
As the UK’s hydrocarbon resources decline, geothermal energy presents as part of the solution to fill the energy void. Conveniently, there is considerable overlap in the technical skill-sets required to develop, execute and operate a geothermal project and that of an oil or gas development, and opportunity exists for both industries to draw from a shared knowledge base.
Dr Jon Busby, Geothermal specialist at the British Geological Survey discusses the potential for cutting carbon emissions for power generation and benefiting from the UK's considerable geothermal resources.
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