| Title | Low Enthalpy Geothermal Energy Utilization for Greenhouse Heating in the Aegean Region of Turkey |
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| Authors | Ismail H.Tavman, Alpaslan Turgut, Sebnem Tavman, Dilek Kumlutas |
| Year | 2005 |
| Conference | World Geothermal Congress |
| Keywords | Geothermal, greenhouse, low enthalpy, heating |
| Abstract | Plant freezing and plant growth inhibition are among the major problems in greenhouse cultivation in the Aegean region of Turkey, especially in regions far from the seaside. An overview of geothermal resources in the Aegean region has been made. Geothermal resources suitable for greenhouse heating are emphasized. A system of heating by geothermal source of a greenhouse used for flower growing is analyzed during a period of three months during which heating was necessary. Water inlet temperature as well as air temperature and humidity inside the greenhouse and also ambient air temperature are analyzed. Economical benefits for such systems are also emphasized. |