| Title | Development Potential of the Makushin Geothermal Reservoir of Unalaska Island, Alaska |
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| Authors | Denig-Chakroff, David; Reeder, John W.; Economides, Michael J. |
| Year | 1985 |
| Conference | Geothermal Resources Council Transactions |
| Keywords | Economics; USA; Alaska; Unalaska; Project Assessment |
| Abstract | Flow tests and reservoir analyses have confirmed the existence of a productive geothermal reservoir beneath Makushin Volcano on Unalaska Island in the Aleutian Chain. A preliminary economic analysis has been conducted to determine the potential for developing the resource to meet the electric power demands of the Unalaska/Dutch Harbor community. The analysis was based on characteristics of the resource, deliverability of the reservoir, logistics of development and operation, and power market conditions at Unalaska. The analysis indicates that a geothermal power system may be economically competitive with a diesel power system on the island. A detailed feasibility study of the project should be conducted which concentrates on electric load projections and market conditions at Unalaska. |