Overview of Ethiopia's Geothermal Sector

Exploring Ethiopia's renewable geothermal energy potential

More On Geothermal

Geohazards & Risk Studies

Studies on volcanic activity and geothermal-related risks

Monitoring & Safety

Geohazards & Risk Studies

Most geothermal prospects in Ethiopia are located in tectonically active areas. Managing risks such as earthquakes, volcanism, and CO2 emissions is essential for safe infrastructure and communities.

Seismic Monitoring
Volcanic Surveillance
Gas Monitoring
Hazard Zoning

Active Monitoring Projects

ER-OS Seismic Network

Main Ethiopian Rift

Active

Satellite InSAR Monitoring

National Coverage

Active

Volcanic Gas Sampling

Dallol & Erta Ale

Seasonal

Earthquake Safety

Implementing building codes and early warning systems for the highly populated Rift regions.

Landslide Prevention

Mapping slope stability in mountainous geothermal areas to protect road and energy infrastructure.

Induced Seismicity

Monitoring and managing micro-seismicity during geothermal fluid injection to ensure zero impact on structures.

Emergency Response Guidelines

Protocols for developers and local governments in case of geological events.

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