| Title | An Analysis of Geothermal Resource Development on Unalaska Island, Alaska |
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| Authors | Spencer, S. G.; Long, G. A.; Chapman-Riggsbee, W. |
| Year | 1982 |
| Conference | Geothermal Resources Council Transactions |
| Keywords | Exploration; USA; Unalaska Island; Alaska; Temperature; Volcanic Dome; Fumaroles; Chloride; Geologic Maps; Economics |
| Abstract | A rapid expansion in the seafood industry and projected oil, gas and mining developments have resulted in a shortage of power on Unalaska Island. Currently, all power is supplied by small diesel generators at a cost of 340 mills/kwh for local utility system. Available data indicate the potential for a significant high temperature geothermal resource on Makushin Volcano, west of the town of Unaslka. A summary of the considerations affecting the development of the Makushin resource to supply power to Unalaska is presented. A preliminary economic analysis of various resource and development assumptions indicated that geothermal power can be competitive with diesel power even though capital investment is high. |