Always On – Geothermal Technology and Development

Presentation Outline

Geothermal Geology and

Resources

Geology – Plate Tectonics

Plate Tectonic Processes Schematic Cross-Section

Geothermal Resources(USGS Fact Sheet 2008-3062)

Environmental Impacts

Power Plant Comparison - Air Emissions

Selected Renewable Energy Technologies

Geothermal Technology

World’s 1st Geothermal Power Plant

Geothermal Environments

Dry Steam Power Plant (>455o F)

Flash Power Plant (300°F- 700°F)

Binary Power Plant (250°F- 360°F)

Low Temperature

Oil and Gas Well Co-Production and Geopressure

Current Development Projects

Total Installed Capacity 2005 - 2010

Geothermal Powder: Top Countries. Installed Capacity (MW)

Total Projects in Development Totals by State

Growth of Geothermal Projects and Prospects

Geothermal Policy Drivers, Incentives & Programs

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