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Geothermal – A new use for old coal mines: a potential source of energy from beneath our feet Provided by Classroom activity Description:

Government ‘net-zero’ targets will affect many areas across the world. This activity explores how energy might be derived from warm mine water for local use.
Resources available from: https://www.earthlearningidea.com/PDF/380_Net_zero_Flooded_coal_mines.pdf

Links to activity files https://earth-science.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/formidable/5/Geothermal-A-new-use-for-old-coal-mines.pdf Suitable for ages: 11-14 years old, 14-16 years old, 16+ Subject areas

Energy resources

Energy

Earth and Atmosphere

Energy and the environment

Analysis and evaluation

Keywords: Coal, Coal mine, Energy, Flooded mine, Mine water, ‘Net zero’ targets, Heat source, Low-carbon energy

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