UK Geothermal Energy Review and Cost Estimations

Summary

The UK faces the challenge of relatively high costs for geothermal energy compared to other renewables, and the deep geothermal sector is still nascent. This document, a cover note for a detailed report by DESNZ, outlines an in-depth assessment of geothermal electricity and heat generation costs, aiming to update technical assumptions and inform future government policy. The completed research indicates that while current costs are high, they are likely to decrease, making geothermal more competitive over time.

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