Slovakia and geothermal energy
In terms of potential use of geothermal energy, Slovakia enjoys significantly favourable opportunities pertaining to hydro-geothermal conditions. This is characterized by a favourable geological composition and a higher-than-average geothermal gradient which represents an increase in temperature with depth, which in our country averages to 38 degrees Celsius per kilometre, while the global average is eight degrees lower. This means that abundant geothermal resources are available closer to the Earth's surface and allow for its easier exploitation in several locations for efficient use in green energy production.