Heber binary-cycle geothermal demonstration power plant: summary of technical characteristics

Technical Report · Sun Jun 01 04:00:00 EDT 1986

OSTI ID:5709383

Nelson, T T

This report provides a concise summary of the technical characteristics of the Heber Binary-Cycle Geothermal Power Plant Deminstration Project. The purpose of the project is to demonstrate the capability of the binary cycle technology for use in the development of moderate temperature (150 to 210/sup 0/C (300 to 410/sup 0/F)) geothermal resources. The primary objective is to show cost, performance, and environmental acceptability of the binary cycle technology, and to demonstrate the readiness of the technology for commercial use in geothermal development. The results from the project are expected to be applicable to a wide range of moderate-temperature, low-salinity, hydrothermal reservoirs, and to provide utilities with the data needed to determine when and where the technology might be applied. This report provides a summary of technical parameters related to the 45-MW (net) power plant and associated geothermal reservoir. It gives brief descriptions and specifications for the major items of equipment involved in the power cycle, as well as specifictions for plant fluids and expected performance.

• Research Organization: San Diego Gas and Electric Co., CA (USA)
• OSTI ID: 5709383
• Report Number(s): EPRI-AP-4612-SR; ON: TI86012267
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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