If we become more aware of technoecosystems at this larger level, perhaps we will manage them better and more harmoniously, for the benefit of all human beings, and the preservation of beautiful nature. This book introduces technoecology ideas, and uses them to look at human technoecosystems for exploiting the heat within the earth. From this larger perspective, geothermal energy looks less attractive than the business people portray it. The resource is small and would only last a short while. And its environmental consequences would be great.
Solar energy is a better idea.
Introduction to Technoecology 2. Geothermal Technoecosystems 4. Limits of the Niche 5. Imperial Valley 6. Developing Regions 7.