Present day reality is scourged by environmental destruction caused by humans themselves. False needs are nowadays leading to the overuse of natural resources in such a pace that the environment is unable to restores them. Energy crisis is now a major matter. The immoderate use of fossil fuels reinforces the air pollution, while contributing to the greenhouse effect. Turning to renewable energy sources seems to be financially unviable albeit vital. Such a change may irreparably affect state’s economy. Or is this maybe an outmoded point of view?
It is not unusual for every country to have an untapped geographical and climatic wealth. An adequate exploitation of such wealth can give an end to the environmental crisis. With recent technological achievements on their side, each country’s resources are now more than economically viable. Without people letting go of their comforts, yet by altering the way these comfort become accessible to them, the energy issue can be improved.
In the thesis, such a solution is suggested. By utilizing the geothermal energy of the city of Budapest and connecting it with thermal baths, an upgrade in people’s life quality can both directly and indirectly be achieved. To put this in other words, assuring prosperity, as well as environmental protection, is the here objective. This project focuses on the city’s needs, with respect towards its historical inheritance, but also with a reflective mood.
