Geothermal Energy

More than 20 countries can use geothermal energy. A ten-fold increase in geothermal energy is at foreseeable at the current technology level.

Geothermal Energy: An alternative resource for the 21st Century provides a geothermal resource, exploration and exploitation. Accounts of geothermal resources models, 9 exploration, as well as important concepts and current technological developments.

* Interdisciplinary approach, combining traditional disciplines such as geology, geophysics, and engineering
* Provides a readable and coherent account of all facets of geothermal energy development
* Describes the importance of bringing potable water to high-demand areas


Preface. 1. The Energy Outlook. 2. Basic Concepts. 3. Heat Transfer. 4. Geothermal Systems and Resources. 5. Exploration Techniques. 6. Assessment and Exploitation. 7. The Cerro Prieto Geothermal Field, Mexico. 8. Worldwide Status of Geothermal Resource Utilization. 9. Thermal Energy of the Oceans.