Regional Energy Planning

in many respects. The purpose of this paper is to assess the role of
geothermal energy in the West Pomeranian Region of Poland. The
article presents the key principles of geothermal energy development,
its role, functions and perspectives in fostering renewable energy
usage in the region in question. Strengths, weaknesses as well as
opportunities and threats of using geothermal energy are analysed
based on the literature review. A regional geothermal energy
development model is proposed. The study is based on statistical
data. The results of the conducted study show that geothermal energy
can be an important source of regional energy supply in the West
Pomeranian Region. However, advantages and shortcomings should
be taken into account when deciding on the promotion of geothermal
energy in the selected region.