Assessment of Azerbaijan's geothermal potential for enhanced greenhouse heating systems
The appropriate use of geothermal energy, a notable renewable resource, presents considerable potential for greenhouse heating, particularly in areas such as Azerbaijan, which has abundant geothermal resources. This article examines the utilization of geothermal energy for greenhouse heating, emphas...
| Published in: | EUREKA: Physics and Engineering |
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| Main Authors: | , , |
| Format: | Article in Journal/Newspaper |
| Language: | English |
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Scientific Route OÜ®
2025
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| Online Access: | http://journal.eu-jr.eu/engineering/article/view/3659 https://doi.org/10.21303/2461-4262.2025.003659 |
| Summary: | The appropriate use of geothermal energy, a notable renewable resource, presents considerable potential for greenhouse heating, particularly in areas such as Azerbaijan, which has abundant geothermal resources. This article examines the utilization of geothermal energy for greenhouse heating, emphasizing the technical and economic advantages, notably in Azerbaijan's geothermal-abundant regions including Lankaran, Khudat, and Absheron. The research offers a comprehensive examination of a suggested greenhouse heating system that combines geothermal energy with solar power, with the objective of optimizing energy efficiency and diminishing dependence on fossil fuels. Significant findings include the ability of hybrid systems to achieve up to 85% thermal efficiency and reduce greenhouse energy consumption by 30%. For example, the Talysh region’s geothermal water, operating between 30–64°C with a flow rate of 14,404m3/day, can support substantial greenhouse operations. Geothermal integration in Khachmaz sustains consistent heating for 3 hectares of greenhouse space, aligning with global benchmarks from nations such as Iceland, the Netherlands, and Turkey, which have successfully reduced energy usage and carbon emissions. This report emphasizes the significance of utilizing Azerbaijan's geothermal potential to enhance sustainable farming practices. The study offers a thorough examination of current geothermal resources, recent technological innovations, and a meticulously organized proposed system, yielding significant insights into the future of greenhouse heating in Azerbaijan and promoting the wider implementation of renewable energy solutions in agriculture. |
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