Widespread use of geothermal energy in East Africa
The project aims at providing the scientific, technological and policy basis required for the widespread utilization of geothermal resources in East Africa. We will provide the scientific basis enabling the evaluation of the potential of low- and medium-temperature geothermal resources, identifying and recommending the most appropriate technological solutions for their utilization, to provide clean and cheap electricity and heating/cooling, needed to support the sustainable growth and decarbonization in East Africa. The aim is to make geothermal energy one of the main contributors to the energy mix in East Africa, in all its forms, utilizing low- and medium-temperature sources. We will take a holistic approach including a multi-disciplinary evaluation of the potential of low- to medium-temperature geothermal resources, novel integrated multi-generation energy systems, policy measures and education of geothermal professionals.