Abstract
Geothermal electricity production in the United States began in 1960. Today there are over 20 plants in the western United States providing a total of about 2,200 MW of clean and reliable electricity. Currently identified resources could provide over 20,000 MW of power in the U.S., and undiscovered resources might provide 5 times that amount. In the 1990s industry growth slowed due to the loss ofmarket incentives and competition from natural gas. However, increased interest in clean energy sources, ongoing technological improvements, and renewed opportunities abroad hold promise for a resurgence in the industry. This review paper covers the status of the technology, the issues faced, and the latest research. While the focus is on geothermal in the U.S., a brief description of the largeinternational market is included.
Original language | American English |
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Number of pages | 9 |
State | Published - 2000 |
Event | American Solar Energy Society (ASES) Conference - Madison, Wisconsin Duration: 16 Jun 2000 → 21 Jun 2000 |
Conference
Conference | American Solar Energy Society (ASES) Conference |
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City | Madison, Wisconsin |
Period | 16/06/00 → 21/06/00 |
NREL Publication Number
- NREL/CP-550-28204