Calculation Tool for Transported Geothermal Energy Using Two-Step Absorption Process
Abstract
This spreadsheet allows the user to calculate parameters relevant to techno-economic performance of a two-step absorption process to transport low temperature geothermal heat some distance (1-20 miles) for use in building air conditioning. The parameters included are (1) energy density of aqueous LiBr and LiCl solutions, (2) transportation cost of trucking solution, and (3) equipment cost for the required chillers and cooling towers in the two-step absorption approach.
More information is available in the included public report:
"A Technical and Economic Analysis of an Innovative Two-Step Absorption System for Utilizing Low-Temperature Geothermal Resources to Condition Commercial Buildings"
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Additional Info
DOE Project Name: Evaluating Economic Viability of Transporting and Utilizing Low-Temperature Geothermal Energy for Thermal End Uses
DOE Project Number: FY16 AOP 2.5.4.4
DOE Project Lead: Arlene Anderson
DOE Project Number: FY16 AOP 2.5.4.4
DOE Project Lead: Arlene Anderson
DOI: 10.15121/1254287
Last Updated: over a year ago
Last Updated: over a year ago
Data from February, 2016
Submitted Feb 25, 2016
Submitted Feb 25, 2016
Contact
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
