Geothermal Energy Resources, Present Utilization and Future Developments in Mongolia

Abstract

The report presents an overview of the studies for the assessment of geothermal energy resources and current utilizations of geothermal energy in Mongolia. The objective of the report is to evaluate present situations, investigate reasonable and profitable applications of geothermal energy in Mongolian circumstances and point out the suitable ways to develop the geothermal energy exploration and utilization. Mongolia is rich in low temperature geothermal resources, but there are almost no reliable commercial uses of geothermal energy. Ample and comprehensive studies on geothermal resources and their potential uses have not been carried out in Mongolia. The most of the natural hot springs are used for traditional balneology purposes, some greenhouses and small-scale heating systems are being used to limited extent. Using geothermal energy in centralized or small-scale heating, health treatment, eco-tourism and industrial uses are the main incentives for developing a geothermal infrastructure in Mongolia.