Cluster analysis as a tool for evaluating the exploration potential of Known Geothermal Resource Areas
- Univ. of Idaho, Moscow, ID (United States). Dept. of Geological Sciences
- Idaho National Lab. (INL), Idaho Falls, ID (United States)
- Lawrence Berkeley National Lab. (LBNL), Berkeley, CA (United States)
Although many Known Geothermal Resource Areas (KGRAs) in southeast Oregon and southern Idaho were identified during the 1970s and 1980s, few were subsequently developed commercially. Because of advances since the 1980s, it is possible that some of previously identified KGRAs may now be economically viable prospects. Unfortunately, available characterization data vary widely in accuracy, precision, and granularity, making assessments problematic. Here we present a decision-making procedure that compares test areas against proven resources using principal component analysis (PCA) and cluster identification. The result is a low-cost decision making tool for evaluating potential geothermal development targets and prioritizing exploration efforts.
- Research Organization:
- Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL), Berkeley, CA (United States); Idaho National Laboratory (INL), Idaho Falls, ID (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), Renewable Power Office. Geothermal Technologies Office
- Grant/Contract Number:
- AC02-05CH11231; AC07-05ID14517
- OSTI ID:
- 1415519
- Alternate ID(s):
- OSTI ID: 1434027; OSTI ID: 1471079
- Report Number(s):
- INL/JOU-17-42830-Rev000; S0375650517302626; PII: S0375650517302626
- Journal Information:
- Geothermics, Journal Name: Geothermics Vol. 72 Journal Issue: C; ISSN 0375-6505
- Publisher:
- ElsevierCopyright Statement
- Country of Publication:
- United Kingdom
- Language:
- English
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