Water-related impacts of geothermal energy production in California's Imperial Valley
Description:
To successfully develop the geothermal resources of the Imperial Valley, adequate supplies of cooling water must be obtained. The primary sources of water include waste waters from agricultural lands, condensate from flashed-steam facilities, and irrigation water. The major advantages and disadvantages of these supplies are examined and then the consequences of adopting six sets of water policies to support three scenarios of geothermal energy production are assessed. The assessment includes an…
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Date:
July 5, 1979
Creator:
Layton, D. W.
Partner:
UNT Libraries Government Documents Department