Geothermal energy in Taiwan explained

Geothermal energy in Taiwan is estimated to have a generation potential of up to 30,000 MW.^[1]

History

Exploration of geothermal wells in Taiwan began in 1976 by CPC Corporation. Since then, there have been 34 wells drilled.^{[2] [3]}

Geology

There are estimated several areas with highest potential for geothermal energy cultivation, which are Huadong Valley, Mount Lu, Tatun Volcanic Group and Yilan Plain.^[4]

Power generation

Taiwan established its first geothermal power plant in 1981. However, the plant was shut down in 1993 due to low efficiency.^[5] The currently working geothermal power plant is the Qingshui Geothermal Power Plant in Datong Township, Yilan County.

See also

• Renewable energy in Taiwan

Notes and References

1. Web site: Drilling started for Sanxing geothermal project in Taiwan | ThinkGeoEnergy - Geothermal Energy News. 3 August 2016.
2. Web site: Basic Information of Geothermal Power in Taiwan | Formosan Business Support.
3. Web site: Taiwanese oil firm CPC to explore geothermal project at Mt Datun, near Taipei | ThinkGeoEnergy - Geothermal Energy News. 18 December 2017.
4. Web site: Basic Information of Geothermal Power in Taiwan | Formosan Business Support.
5. Web site: Taiwanese oil firm CPC to explore geothermal project at Mt Datun, near Taipei | ThinkGeoEnergy - Geothermal Energy News. 18 December 2017.