Program planner's guide to geothermal development in California

Technical Report · Tue Sep 30 04:00:00 EDT 1980

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/6267011· OSTI ID:6267011

Yen, W W.S.; Chambers, D M; Elliott, J F; Whittier, J P; Schnoor, J J; Blachman, S

The resource base, status of geothermal development activities, and the state's energy flow are summarized. The present and projected geothermal share of the energy market is discussed. The public and private sector initiatives supporting geothermal development in California are described. These include legislation to provide economic incentives, streamline regulation, and provide planning assistance to local communities. Private sector investment, research, and development activities are also described. The appendices provide a ready reference of financial incentives. (MHR)

• Research Organization: Lawrence Berkeley Lab., CA (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: W-7405-ENG-48
• OSTI ID: 6267011
• Report Number(s): LBL-12961; ON: DE82000700
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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