Presents an introduction to the overall design and operating characteristics of U.S. geothermal district heating systems. Covers geothermal resources and district system components including production facilities, central plants, distribution, customer connections, metering and disposal. Discusses the current extent and prospects for future development of geothermal district heating systems. States that much of the information provided was developed as part of a materials and equipment review conducted in 1988-89 of 13 of the largest geothermal district systems.
KEYWORDS: USA, district heating, geothermal energy, designing.
Citation: Symposium, ASHRAE Transactions, vol. 96, pt. 2, St. Louis 1990
Product Details
- Published:
- 1990
- Number of Pages:
- 7
- File Size:
- 1 file , 850 KB
- Product Code(s):
- D-18740
