Geothermal energy can play a significant role in reducing our dependency on fossil fuels, the transition to a low carbon future and help the UK meet its target of Net Zero Carbon emissions by 2050.

Geothermal is heat stored in the ground. It is a clean, natural, renewable and sustainable energy source. It is a common misconception that the UK does not have geothermal resources but, in fact, they are plentiful.

Shallow resources that can be harnessed using Ground Source Heat Pumps exist almost everywhere.

Moderate depth resources, between 500m and 2500m can be found in many places. Rock temperatures between 30˚C and 100˚C make them suitable for direct heating applications.

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Deep resources exist in some parts of the country, most notably in Cornwall and west Devon, where abnormally high geothermal gradients make it possible to generate electricity as well as supply heat.