Geothermal Energy: Renewable Energy and the Environment
Historically, cost effective, reliable, sustainable, and environmentally
friendly, use of geothermal energy has been limited to areas where
obvious surface features pointed to the presence of a shallow local heat
source, such as hot springs and volcanoes. However, recent
technological advances have dramatically expanded the range and size of
viable resources, especially for applications such as modular power
generation, home heating, and other applications that can use heat
directly. These recent developments have greatly expanded opportunities
for utilizing geothermal energy. Reflecting current interest in
alternative energy, Geothermal Energy: Renewable Energy and the
Environment explores where geothermal energy comes from and how to find
it, how it can be accessed, successful applications, and improvements
for future uses.
The author reviews the background, theory, power generation, applications, strengths, weaknesses, and practical techniques for implementing geothermal energy projects. He stresses the links between acquisition and consumption and the environment. Packed with real world case studies and practical implementation steps, the book covers geosciences principles, exploration concepts and methods, drilling operations and techniques, equipment needs, and economic and environmental topics. Each chapter includes an annotated list of key sources that provide useful information beyond that contained in the text.
The author reviews the background, theory, power generation, applications, strengths, weaknesses, and practical techniques for implementing geothermal energy projects. He stresses the links between acquisition and consumption and the environment. Packed with real world case studies and practical implementation steps, the book covers geosciences principles, exploration concepts and methods, drilling operations and techniques, equipment needs, and economic and environmental topics. Each chapter includes an annotated list of key sources that provide useful information beyond that contained in the text.
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