China and India could lead Asia's geothermal market, IEA says

New technology opens up opportunities for renewable energy source

20241212 Hatchobaru Geothermal Power Plant

A geothermal power plant in Oita, Japan: Geothermal energy can help tackle Asia's heavy dependence on coal power, according to the International Energy Agency. (Photo by Shinya Sawai)

SAYUMI TAKE, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- China and India could become market leaders in geothermal energy, as emerging technology offers an exit from their dependence on coal power, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said in a new report published Friday.

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