Geothermal power development: 1984 overview and update
The status of geothermal power plants as of mid-1984 is given. There are 15 countries with active plants, and France (Guadeloupe) is expected to join the roster in the near future. The total number of operating units (defined as individual turbo-generator sets) is 145; the total installed capacity is somewhat less than 3770 MW. If plans for additional plants are met, the total could jump by more than 200 MW over the next two years. Recent growth is presented and the worldwide installed capacity is traced. A graphic portrayal of the growth pattern is presented. The countries that will be most responsible for sustaining this growth are the US, the Philippines, Mexico, and Indonesia. Other countries that will contribute significantly include Italy, Japan, Kenya, Nicaragua, and Turkey. The following countries do not now have any geothermal plants but may bring some online by 1990: Guatemala, Costa Rica, Greece, St. Lucia, Thailand, and Ethiopia.
- Research Organization:
- Southeastern Massachusetts Univ., North Dartmouth
- OSTI ID:
- 6312016
- Journal Information:
- Bull., Geotherm. Resour. Counc. (Davis, Calif.); (United States), Vol. 13:9
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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