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Geothermie

German → American English

American English

Geothermal energy

Energie aus der Wärme des Erdinneren, die technisch genutzt wird.

Die Geothermie spielt eine wichtige Rolle bei der Energiewende.

Use Geothermie for the general concept of energy from the Earth’s heat; in technical contexts, Geothermie is often paired with words like nutzen, fördern, or Anlage.

Frequently asked questions

What does “Geothermie” mean in English?
It means geothermal energy, or energy produced from the Earth’s internal heat.
Is “Geothermie” the same as “Erdwärme”?
They are closely related. Erdwärme refers more generally to heat from the ground, while Geothermie is the technical term for using that heat as an energy source.
How do you use “Geothermie” in a sentence?
You can say: Die Geothermie gewinnt als erneuerbare Energiequelle an Bedeutung. = Geothermal energy is becoming more important as a renewable energy source.