Future of Renewable Resources in an Area Burdened by Brown Coal Mining

Jaroslava Vráblíková,Miroslava Blazková,Petr Vráblíková,Eliška Wildová

doi:10.4236/nr.2017.812046

Abstract

This contribution is focused on a possible utilization of renewable energy resources in the Podkrušnoho&rcaron;í region (Chmomutov, Most, Teplice, ústí nad Labem districts) in the northern part of the Czech Republic after the end of brown coal mining in 2055. Results of the research describe current share of renewable energy resources (solar, wind, water, biogas) in the model area, and a future energy potential in order to ensure sustainable development of an anthropogenically burdened region. Aim of this contribution is to determine, which renewable energy resources would be the most suitable for energy production after the end of brown coal mining. It also describes current and possible use of geothermal power as there are registered heat flow anomalies in the area.

Highlights

Renewable energy resources are mostly dependent on geographical, geomorphologic and climatic conditions
This contribution is focused on a possible utilization of renewable energy resources in the Podkrušnohoří region (Chmomutov, Most, Teplice, Ústí nad Labem districts) in the northern part of the Czech Republic after the end of brown coal mining in 2055
In order to ensure the sustainable development of the model area after the end of mining and the use of brown coal in the power industry, we have to carry out a detailed analysis of the potential of renewable sources to ensure that society’s energy demands are covered

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Introduction

Renewable energy resources are mostly dependent on geographical, geomorphologic and climatic conditions. Not every area can meet suitable conditions, and after future attenuation of energy production from fossil fuels, these areas will be dependent on energy importation. Every area should be treated individually with respect to its current economical, social, and environmental conditions to secure sustainable development of the region. Very specific areas are those affected by anthropogenic activities, such as coal mining. Heir structure has been destructed and their future development is unstable.

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