About Geothermal Energy
Worldwide Resources
In the United States, most geothermal reserves are found in the western states, Alaska and Hawaii. States such as California boast reserves of shallow steam. Nevada, Oregon, Idaho, Arizona and Utah are all areas of rapid geothermal growth.
The Hawaiian Islands lie above a geothermal “hot spot” that has been volcanically active for millions of years. Based on geothermal exploration conducted in the 1970s, the slopes of Kilauea Volcano on Hawaii Island have the most potential for generating electricity and direct utilization. Maui has been listed as a possible site, too.
Worldwide, geothermal power is being generated in more than 20 countries including Canada, Icelend, Italy, France, New Zealand, Mexico, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Russia, The Philippines, Indonesia, China, Japan, the rift valley of Africa and the U.S.