Sustainable Development Goals at Baku State University.

A scientific seminar on “Prospects for the use of geothermal energy in the Absheron Peninsula” was held at the Department of Seismology and Physics of the Earth’s Interior of the Faculty of Geology at Baku State University.

Dean of the Faculty of Geology, Mamoy Mansurov, stated that the widespread application of alternative and renewable energy sources has been identified as one of the priority directions of the energy policy implemented under the leadership of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev. He noted that the study and application of geothermal energy is of strategic importance in terms of energy security, environmental sustainability, and economic efficiency.

The speaker, senior lecturer Aygun Mammadova, emphasized that the geothermal potential of the Absheron Peninsula, which is rich in resources, has not yet been fully realized. She noted that the presence of high-temperature waters in deep layers, thermal anomalies associated with oil and gas fields, and mud volcanism indicate the region’s significant geothermal prospects.

The presentation also addressed the main areas of geothermal energy use, including electricity generation, heating of residential and industrial facilities, and applications in agriculture. It was highlighted that the application of innovative technologies and modern scientific approaches could enable more efficient use of geothermal resources.

During the seminar, attention was drawn to the environmental advantages of geothermal energy, its role in reducing carbon emissions, and its importance in implementing green energy policies. At the same time, the importance of assessing geological risks, studying seismic activity connections, and minimizing environmental impact in geothermal projects was emphasized.

In the interactive discussion session, participants exchanged views on the prospects of geothermal energy application in Azerbaijan, its economic efficiency, and future research directions.

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