Scientists to Take ‘CAT Scan’ of BC Volcano to Locate Best Geothermal Energy Spots

Scientists to Take ‘CAT Scan’ of BC Volcano to Locate Best Geothermal Energy Spots
Geologist Antonina Calahorrano sets up a test well to map the region's geothermal possibilities. The Canadian Press/HO/Natural Resources Canada
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Scientists are planning a “CAT scan” of a British Columbia volcano to help harness the underground heat that turns rock into magma for renewable energy.

“Canadians are often surprised to know there’s volcanoes in the country,” said Steve Grasby, a geologist with Natural Resources Canada. “But there are active volcanoes.”