| Title | An Analysis of the Design, Economics, and Federal Tax Impacts of Proposed Geothermal Greenhouse Operations near the Baca Grande Development, San Luis Valley, Colorado |
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| Authors | Goering, Steven W.; Coury, Glenn E.; Garing, Kenneth L. |
| Year | 1979 |
| Conference | Geothermal Resources Council Transactions |
| Keywords | Direct Use; Agriculture; Economics; San Luis Valley; Colorado; Tax; Baca Grande Development; 150 F; Warm Aquifer; Feasibility; District Heating; Costs; Capital; Operating; Natural Gas; Industrial Use; Resort |
| Abstract | A site specific analysis of the geothermal resource located near the Baca Grande development in the San Luis Valley, Colorado, indicates a substantial resource may exist in the area capable of supporting extensive residential and industrial activity, Water temperatures of 150°F are expected at depths of 2,000 feet; higher temperatures occur at greater depths. A feasibility level geothermal systems designed to supply space heating needs for an 8.1 acre greenhouse was developed; the associated capital and operating costs were also determined. |