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Karl Gawell
Geothermal Energy Association
Karl has been the Executive Director of the Geothermal Energy Association since 1997. He was formerly Director of Government Affairs for the American Wind Energy Association and has held senior positions at the National Wildlife Federation and The Wilderness Society. He worked in several positions in the U.S. Congress, including Associate Staff of the House Appropriations Committee and Legislative Assistant to Senator Paul Wellstone (D-Minn).
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Articles by Karl Gawell: 15
January 20, 2010
Does Geothermal Drilling Cause Earthquakes?
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Karl Gawell
Does geothermal drilling cause earthquakes? -- Stacey E., Elko, Nevada...
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December 17, 2009
This Year in Geothermal Energy
In 2009, geothermal energy appeared to be on a launch trajectory. Six new geothermal plants came online in the United States and another 144 were under development, raising the prospects of 10 gigawatts (GW) of geothermal power in coming years. Geothermal...
December 10, 2009
When in Copenhagen See the Wind Turbines but Feel the Geothermal Heat, Too!
This week world leaders gather in Copenhagen to tackle the global warming crisis as the renewable energy community looks on. Copenhagen, having set a target of zero carbon emissions by 2025, is a leader in clean energy alternatives - key in...
February 4, 2009
Why Aren't More Geothermal Projects Moving Forward in California?
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Karl Gawell
Geothermal energy produces more power in California than wind and solar combined, comprising almost 5% of the state's electricity. As the state moves forward, it will need significant new production from geothermal and other renewable technologies to meet the aggressive climate...
September 23, 2008
How Long Will It Take to Apply Enhanced Geothermal Systems?
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Karl Gawell
I understand that enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) projects are still in experimental stages, and it may take decades before we can use it to produce energy. Is this correct? -- Devino R., Houston, TX...
June 3, 2008
Direct Use of Geothermal Energy in the United States
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Karl Gawell
Question: I travel quite a lot, and have seen extensive use of geothermal energy in Iceland and some Eastern European countries for district heating. But, I don't get a sense there is much geothermal use for heating in the United States....
April 1, 2008
How Will New Research and Development Act Affect the Geothermal Industry?
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Karl Gawell
I've read that Congress has passed a new US $100 million program for geothermal research. I have been working on some new ideas for the huge geopressured resource in the Gulf and would like to get support. Who do I contact...
January 22, 2008
Can Geothermal Energy Offset Global Warming?
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Karl Gawell
If we extract enough heat from the earth using geothermal energy, could we offset global warming? -- Linda P., Portland Oregon...
October 30, 2007
When Will Congress Pass Tax Credits for Renewable Energy?
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Karl Gawell
When will Congress extend the tax credits for geothermal and other renewable energy technologies? -- Tom J., White Plains, New York...
September 11, 2007
How do I Assess a Potential Geothermal Resource?
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Karl Gawell
I live near a geothermal hot spring. Does that mean that there are geothermal power resources underground? How do I go about finding out?
-- John from Moscow, Idaho...
August 7, 2007
What's the Funding Outlook for DOE's Geothermal Program in 2008?
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Karl Gawell
I understand the Department of Energy Geothermal Program received only limited funds in 2007. What's the outlook for 2008?
-- Sandy M., Washington DC...
July 3, 2007
Geothermal Potential in the Gulf of Mexico
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Karl Gawell
I hear that there is geothermal power potential in the Gulf of Mexico. Is that true? Where is it located, and will it ever be developed? - Danielle J., Dallas, Texas...
May 1, 2007
U.S. Potential for Enhanced Geothermal Systems
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Karl Gawell
I recently read about a report from MIT that says geothermal energy is a tremendous energy source, and it talks about enhanced geothermal systems that could provide power just about anywhere. Is the US doing anything about developing an enhanced geothermal...
February 27, 2007
Do Geothermal Heat Pumps Have Mainstream Potential?
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Karl Gawell
What is your opinion of ground source heat pumps, do you think they have what it takes to make it mainstream in American homes? -- Bryan Long, Port Hueneme, CA
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January 29, 2007
Low Temperature Geothermal Resources
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Karl Gawell
"I was reading about the geothermal plant utilizing the binary system and a relatively low temperature recently built in Alaska. I can imagine that practically any place with a nearby hot spring can produce geothermal energy for electricity production. Am I...
