Geothermal power holds enormous opportunities to provide
affordable, clean energy that avoids greenhouse gases like
carbon dioxide. One Utah-based startup is working on
an innovative project that could make geothermal power
even more beneficial.
In 2007, renewable sources of energy accounted for about 7% of total U.S. energy consumption and 9.4% of electricity generation. (Source: EIA)
55 of the world's 65 largest oil producing countries are past their production peaks and in decline.
Estimated energy demand is charted to grow by almost 50% in the next 20 years.
The United States makes up 5% of the world's population and accounts for 25% of total energy use.
Electricity generation accounts for about 40% of total U.S. energy consumption. (Source: Institute for 21st Century Energy)
