Science of Geothermal – Computation

Summary

Help students apply math to real-world energy systems. The geothermal computation activity gives practical practice with energy units, efficiency, and economics. Students calculate power output, energy savings, and cost comparisons between geothermal and conventional heating systems.

By using authentic data—like a geothermal plant producing 35 MW of electricity or a household saving energy with a heat pump—students build quantitative literacy and connect science to sustainability.

Perfect for STEM integration or math crossover lessons, this activity reinforces proportional reasoning, rate calculations, and applied energy problem-solving.