Potential for heating western tree seedling greenhouses with geothermal energy [electronic resource]
The technology to apply geothermal energy to greenhousing is available. Geothermal energy is compatible with greenhouse heat exchange hardware, and it is abundant in the western United States. Geothermal resources suitable for greenhousing are natural springs, deep hot water or steam wells, and wast...
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| Format: | Government Document Electronic eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Oak Ridge, Tenn. : Oak Ridge, Tenn. :
United States. Dept. of Energy. Technical Information Center ; distributed by the Office of Scientific and Technical Information, U.S. Dept. of Energy,
1976.
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| Summary: | The technology to apply geothermal energy to greenhousing is available. Geothermal energy is compatible with greenhouse heat exchange hardware, and it is abundant in the western United States. Geothermal resources suitable for greenhousing are natural springs, deep hot water or steam wells, and waste water from electrical power generating plants. Factors influencing greenhouse heating needs include climate, elevation, structure, and growing regime, as well as the attributes of the geothermal energy source: heat, quantity, quality. Greenhouse sites should be evaluated for suitability, size, availability of labor supply, markets, etc. Problems exist in developing any new energy source, but a sound economic assessment based on good engineering and geological advice will illustrate advantages and problems. When considering geothermal energy as an alternative energy source these steps are recommended: (1) Determine the geographic region greenhouse will serve. (2) Tabulate known geothermal resources within region. (3) Rank potential locations in terms of geothermal fluid chemistry and location. (4) Obtain data on chemistry, flow potential, temperature, and probable lifespan of resources. (5) Conduct economic analysis of proposed greenhouse operation using these geothermal sources; compare with optimum fossil fuel economics and long term availability in the region. (6) Proceed with project if economically attractive. Geothermal Legacy. |
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| Item Description: | Published through the Information Bridge: DOE Scientific and Technical Information. 11/01/1976. "np-22082" Lott, J.R.; McDonald, S.E.; Austin, C.F. |
| Physical Description: | Pages: 20 : digital, PDF file. |