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Thermodynamic comparison of different types of geothermal power plant systems and case studies in China

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  • Luo, Chao
  • Huang, Lichang
  • Gong, Yulie
  • Ma, Weibin

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One of the greatest problems in using renewable energy sources is the great variability of energy level, both in the short and long term. Geothermal energy, by nature, has high availability because the source is not dependent on weather conditions, so it is among the most stable renewable energy sources. In China, urban populations are provided with their electricity requirements, but rural areas need guaranteed electricity for socio-economic development. Fortunately, mid-low temperature geothermal resources are located proximal to rural areas without access to grid electricity in China. Small-scale geothermal power plants can support electricity demand as well as create employment opportunities for the rural public. Therefore, geothermal energy has the potential to play an important role in the future energy supply of China.

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  • Luo, Chao & Huang, Lichang & Gong, Yulie & Ma, Weibin, 2012. "Thermodynamic comparison of different types of geothermal power plant systems and case studies in China," Renewable Energy, Elsevier, vol. 48(C), pages 155-160.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:renene:v:48:y:2012:i:c:p:155-160
    DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2012.04.037
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