Strategies of Saudi Arabia in Utilizing Renewable Geothermal Energy
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https://doi.org/10.47941/je.1295Keywords:
Geothermal Energy, energy production, Carbon dioxide emissions, Sustainable energy, Renewable energy, Energy diversification and geothermal power generation.Abstract
Purpose: The research explores the energy production in the country and the means that are used for it. Moreover, it highlights the research project defines a research question and some research objectives which relate to the use of geothermal energy as a means of renewable energy production in Saudi Arabia.
Methodology: The research project is based on qualitative research that focuses on the use of renewable sources of energy in Saudi Arabia. Already published research findings have been quoted in the project which has been taken from journal articles as well as other authentic sources.
Findings: Different findings have thus been revealed in terms of the strategies being used by Saudi Arabia in utilizing renewable geothermal energy sources. Also, the research project has explored the extent this transformation is helping Saudi Arabia's overall productivity.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy and Practice: The projects adopted by Saudi Arabia to enhance the principle of benefiting from renewable geothermal energy have been highlighted based on the available findings and governmental reports. Finally, it has been established whether the country could fulfill its energy requirements by utilizing renewable geothermal energy.
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