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Geothermal power plants

Principles, Applications, Case studies and environmental impact

DiPippo, R; 2012

This book covers all aspects of the utilization of geothermal energy for power generation using fundamental scientific and engineering principles. Its practical emphasis is enhanced by the use of case studies from real plants to increase the reader's understanding of geothermal energy conversion and provide a unique compilation of hard-to-obtain data and experience. Chapters cover Hot Dry Rock, Enhanced Geothermal Systems, and Deep Hydrothermal Systems. New, international case studies provide practical, hands-on knowledge. It includes pivotal updates on advances in Hot Dry Rock, Enhanced Geothermal Systems and Deep Hydrothermal Systems.

Book details

Physical description: 23x16cm blue cover 598pp

Publisher: Elsevier

Place of publication: USA & Canada

ISBN: 9780080982069

Classification: E450.1 -

Keywords: Must read book

Subjects: Engineering, Environment, Transformation [Energy processing] (Conversion), Electricity generation, Combined heat and power generation, Geothermal heat, Heat distribution, Environmental impact