| Title | Geothermal energy and society: esperience around the world |
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| Authors | A. Manzella, A. Allansdottir, A. Pellizzone |
| Year | 2026 |
| Conference | World Geothermal Congress |
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| Abstract | This presentation outlines the main results collected in the second edition of the book “Geothermal Energy and Society” by Springer Pub. (Manzella, Allansdottir, and Pellizzone (Eds.)). The book explores the diverse aspects of the relationship between the technological harnessing and development of geothermal resources and the societies and local communities in which these developments occur. The responsible use of geothermal energy can help mitigate the effects of climate change and contribute to the development of a renewable and sustainable energy mix in the transition toward a resilient and net-zero carbon society. As with all other developments in the energy sector, a sustained societal dialogue is essential as society plays an active role in either accelerating or preventing the development of new energy technologies. The new volume introduces a theoretical framework for a social scientific approach to the field and represents a new and enriched collection of empirical case studies on geothermal energy and society from across the globe, providing some recommendations for future research and policies in the field. |