| Title | Idaho Capitalizes on its Geothermal Resources |
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| Authors | Austin, John C.; Fettkether, Larry M.; Chase, Brian J. |
| Year | 1984 |
| Conference | Geothermal Resources Council Transactions |
| Keywords | Direct Uses; Economics; Environmental; USA; Idaho; Boise; District Heating System; Space Heating; Low Temperature; Distribution System; Plate Heat Exchanger; Pumps; Case Studies; Economics; BTU; Project Assessment; Water Quality |
| Abstract | The State of Idaho is utilizing one of its material resources, geothermal energy, to heat the entire Capital Mall Complex near Boise, Idaho. The 160°F geothermal water provides the space heating needs for 800,000 square feet of office space, idling four high pressure steam boilers and virtually shutting the natural gas valve. System efficiencies and design technique have become a benchmark for other direct use geothermal systems. |