The largest geothermal power station in the world has been built in Iceland.
"Hellisheidi" produces about 303 MW of electricity and up to 400 MW of thermal energy, just a 20 minute drive from the capital of Reykjavik.
Iceland is already known as a pioneer with regards to the use of geothermal power and sustainability in energy, as 90 % of Iceland’s homes use geothermal water to heat their houses and 100 % of Iceland’s electricity comes from renewable sources, making it the only country in the world.
"Hellisheidi" produces about 303 MW of electricity and up to 400 MW of thermal energy, just a 20 minute drive from the capital of Reykjavik.
Iceland is already known as a pioneer with regards to the use of geothermal power and sustainability in energy, as 90 % of Iceland’s homes use geothermal water to heat their houses and 100 % of Iceland’s electricity comes from renewable sources, making it the only country in the world.
