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Life cycle cost analysis for direct-use geothermal systems: an introduction

Journal Article · · Geo-Heat Cent. Q. Bull.; (United States)
OSTI ID:5595726
In the midst of our frantic search to discover new renewable energies and our rush to develop the technology of solar and wind applications, the old reliable direct-use geothermal energy continues to surface. The only remaining question for direct use geothermal development is the economic feasibility of the proposed direct-use system. Life cycle cost analysis is the method generally used to determine economic feasibility. This paper will acquaint the reader with the basic principles of this analysis.
Research Organization:
Oregon Inst. of Tech., Kalmath Falls
OSTI ID:
5595726
Journal Information:
Geo-Heat Cent. Q. Bull.; (United States), Journal Name: Geo-Heat Cent. Q. Bull.; (United States) Vol. 7:1; ISSN GCQBD
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English