Geothermal Power Plants: Principles, Applications, Case Studies and Environmental Impact - Hardcover

DiPippo, Ronald

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0081008791 ISBN 13: 9780081008799

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann, 2015

Synopsis

Now in its 4^th edition, this single resource covers all aspects of the utilization of geothermal energy for power generation using fundamental scientific and engineering principles. Its practical emphasis is enhanced by the use of global case studies from real plants and applications from around the world that increase your understanding of geothermal energy conversion and provide a unique compilation of hard-to-obtain data and experience. Technical, economic and business aspects presented in case studies provide current and up-and-coming geothermal developers and entrepreneurs with a solid understanding of opportunities and pitfalls. Geothermal Power Plants, 4^th Edition, presents state-of-the-art geothermal developments and experience of real applications for professionals, and a comprehensive reference for theory and practice.

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About the Author

Ronald DiPippo is a geothermal expert and renewable energy consultant.. He is also Chancellor Professor Emeritus and former Associate Dean of Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, United States.

Edition details

• Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
• Publication date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0081008791
• ISBN 13: 9780081008799
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 800